Hingham, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Age: 45.5 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 4.0%

Poverty (breakdown): (3.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 100.0% for Black residents, 28.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Land Area: 3.12 square miles.

Zip Codes: 02043

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $135,290 (it was $86,574 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $73,454 (it was $43,980 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $734,510 (it was $347,600 in 2000) Hingham:$734,510MA:$385,400

Races:
      White alone - 5,430 - 96.1%
      Two or more races - 70 - 1.2%
      Asian alone - 57 - 1.0%
      Hispanic - 55 - 1.0%
      Black alone - 15 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 13 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 9 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.02%

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Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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223 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, 3.0 miles

223 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy,
Cohasset, MA 2025
Categories: Cohasset MA

42 Washington Street 4.7 miles

42 Washington Street
Norwell, MA 2061
Categories: Norwell MA

851 Main Street, 2nd Floor 5.6 miles

851 Main Street, 2nd Floor
S. Weymouth, MA 2190
Categories: S. Weymouth MA

21 SCHOOL ST 5.7 miles

21 SCHOOL ST
QUINCY, MA 2169
Categories: QUINCY MA

165 GRANITE ST 6.0 miles

165 GRANITE ST
QUINCY, MA 2169
Categories: QUINCY MA

500 Congress St Ste 1e, 6.5 miles

500 Congress St Ste 1e,
Quincy, MA 2169
Categories: Quincy MA

485 GRANITE ST 7.0 miles

485 GRANITE ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

1399 WASHINGTON ST 7.2 miles

1399 WASHINGTON ST
HANOVER, MA 2339
Categories: HANOVER MA

250 POND ST 7.2 miles

250 POND ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

10 FORBES RD STE 260E 7.3 miles

10 FORBES RD STE 260E
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

759 GRANITE ST 7.3 miles

759 GRANITE ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

2 Adams Place Suite 305 7.3 miles

2 Adams Place Suite 305
Quincy, MA 2169
Categories: Quincy MA

100 BAY STATE DR 7.6 miles

100 BAY STATE DR
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

340 Wood Rd, Suite 302, 7.9 miles

340 Wood Rd, Suite 302,
Braintree, MA 2184
Categories: Braintree MA

2100 DORCHESTER AVE 9.4 miles

2100 DORCHESTER AVE
DORCHESTER, MA 2124
Categories: DORCHESTER MA

199 REEDSDALE RD 9.6 miles

199 REEDSDALE RD
MILTON, MA 2186
Categories: MILTON MA

92 HIGHLAND ST 9.7 miles

92 HIGHLAND ST
MILTON, MA 2186
Categories: MILTON MA

9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2 10.1 miles

9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2
WINTHROP, MA 2152
Categories: WINTHROP MA

421 PINE ST 10.4 miles

421 PINE ST
MARSHFIELD, MA 2050
Categories: MARSHFIELD MA

52 CREST AVE STE 7A 10.8 miles

52 CREST AVE STE 7A
WINTHROP, MA 2152
Categories: WINTHROP MA

156 SAINT ANDREW RD 11.3 miles

156 SAINT ANDREW RD
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
Categories: EAST BOSTON MA

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67 11.5 miles

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67
BOSTON, MA 2118
Categories: BOSTON MA

Onsite Only 11.5 miles

Onsite Only
Whitman, MA 2382
Categories: Whitman MA

1 HARBORSIDE DR 11.6 miles

1 HARBORSIDE DR
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
Categories: EAST BOSTON MA

101 ARCH ST STE 20 11.6 miles

101 ARCH ST STE 20
BOSTON, MA 2110
Categories: BOSTON MA

210 Quincy Ave, 11.7 miles

210 Quincy Ave,
Brockton, MA 2302
Categories: Brockton MA

75 Stockwell Dr 12.0 miles

75 Stockwell Dr
Avon, MA 2322
Categories: Avon MA

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107 12.4 miles

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107
BOSTON, MA 2114
Categories: BOSTON MA

125 PARKER HILL AVE 12.7 miles

125 PARKER HILL AVE
BOSTON, MA 2120
Categories: BOSTON MA

100 JOHN RD 12.9 miles

100 JOHN RD
CANTON, MA 2021
Categories: CANTON MA

319 Longwood Ave, 12.9 miles

319 Longwood Ave,
Boston, MA 2115
Categories: Boston MA

966 PARK ST UNIT B7 13.0 miles

966 PARK ST UNIT B7
STOUGHTON, MA 2072
Categories: STOUGHTON MA

286 WASHINGTON ST 13.0 miles

286 WASHINGTON ST
STOUGHTON, MA 2072
Categories: STOUGHTON MA

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor 13.4 miles

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D, 13.5 miles

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D,
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

1285 Beacon St 13.7 miles

1285 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

Onsite Only #1 13.8 miles

Onsite Only #1
Cambridge, MA 2139
Categories: Cambridge MA

358 HARVARD ST 14.0 miles

358 HARVARD ST
BROOKLINE, MA 2446
Categories: BROOKLINE MA

1996 CENTRE ST 14.0 miles

1996 CENTRE ST
WEST ROXBURY, MA 2132
Categories: WEST ROXBURY MA

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST 14.1 miles

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST 14.3 miles

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

5 MIDDLESEX AVE 14.3 miles

5 MIDDLESEX AVE
SOMERVILLE, MA 2145
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203 14.4 miles

200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203
DEDHAM, MA 2026
Categories: DEDHAM MA

370 PROVIDENCE HWY 14.4 miles

370 PROVIDENCE HWY
DEDHAM, MA 2026
Categories: DEDHAM MA

114 WESTERN AVE 14.7 miles

114 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

124 WESTERN AVE 14.7 miles

124 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350 14.8 miles

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350
BEVERLY, MA 1915
Categories: BEVERLY MA

101 STATION LNDG 14.9 miles

101 STATION LNDG
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

16 WESTWOOD RD 14.9 miles

16 WESTWOOD RD
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

10 CAMBRIA ST 14.9 miles

10 CAMBRIA ST
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

12 EVERETT ST 15.1 miles

12 EVERETT ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

101 ACCESS RD STE 1B 15.3 miles

101 ACCESS RD STE 1B
NORWOOD, MA 2062
Categories: NORWOOD MA

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL 15.4 miles

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL
BRIGHTON, MA 2135
Categories: BRIGHTON MA

219 CENTRE ST 15.8 miles

219 CENTRE ST
MALDEN, MA 2148
Categories: MALDEN MA

38 VANDERBILT AVE STE E 16.3 miles

38 VANDERBILT AVE STE E
NORWOOD, MA 2062
Categories: NORWOOD MA

376 Arsenal Street 16.3 miles

376 Arsenal Street
Watertown, MA 2472
Categories: Watertown MA

601 Concord Ave 16.3 miles

601 Concord Ave
Cambridge, MA 2138
Categories: Cambridge MA

335 Morse St, 1st Floor, 16.3 miles

335 Morse St, 1st Floor,
Norwood, MA 2062
Categories: Norwood MA

37 MANNING ST 16.7 miles

37 MANNING ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

92 HIGH ST 16.7 miles

92 HIGH ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208 16.8 miles

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208
NEWTON CENTER, MA 2459
Categories: NEWTON CENTER MA

7 INDEPENDENCE WAY APT 13 16.9 miles

7 INDEPENDENCE WAY APT 13
FRANKLIN, MA 2038
Categories: FRANKLIN MA

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100 16.9 miles

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

20 S BORDER RD 17.0 miles

20 S BORDER RD
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

41 CARLETON RD 17.5 miles

41 CARLETON RD
BELMONT, MA 2478
Categories: BELMONT MA

271 WESTERN AVE STE102 17.8 miles

271 WESTERN AVE STE102
LYNN, MA 1904
Categories: LYNN MA

148 CHESTNUT ST 17.9 miles

148 CHESTNUT ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

922 HIGHLAND AVE 18.0 miles

922 HIGHLAND AVE
NEEDHAM, MA 2494
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

286 NEHOIDEN ST 18.2 miles

286 NEHOIDEN ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

371 BROADWAY 18.4 miles

371 BROADWAY
SAUGUS, MA 1906
Categories: SAUGUS MA

1 MARINA PARK DR. 18.7 miles

1 MARINA PARK DR.
WEST NEWTON, MA 2465
Categories: WEST NEWTON MA

682 DEPOT ST 18.9 miles

682 DEPOT ST
NORTH EASTON, MA 2356
Categories: NORTH EASTON MA

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 19.3 miles

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

52 BOW ST 19.6 miles

52 BOW ST
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

On-site only 20.1 miles

On-site only
Wakefield, MA 1880
Categories: Wakefield MA

70 HOPE AVE APT 409 20.3 miles

70 HOPE AVE APT 409
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

9 HOPE AVE 20.4 miles

9 HOPE AVE
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 20.6 miles

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200
Waltham, MA 2453
Categories: Waltham MA

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 20.6 miles

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL
PEABODY, MA 1960
Categories: PEABODY MA

1030 MAIN ST 20.8 miles

1030 MAIN ST
WALTHAM, MA 2451
Categories: WALTHAM MA

16 Main Street 20.9 miles

16 Main Street
Stoneham, MA 2180
Categories: Stoneham MA

229 Andover Street 21.3 miles

229 Andover Street
Peabody, MA 1960
Categories: Peabody MA

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 21.3 miles

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 21.3 miles

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400
Woburn, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn MA

140 Commonwealth Ave, 21.6 miles

140 Commonwealth Ave,
Danvers, MA 1923
Categories: Danvers MA

17 MAIN ST APT 2A 21.7 miles

17 MAIN ST APT 2A
WAKEFIELD, MA 1880
Categories: WAKEFIELD MA

POH on-site only 21.8 miles

POH on-site only
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

Onsite Only 21.8 miles

Onsite Only
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn Ma MA

10 Commercial St, 22.2 miles

10 Commercial St,
Foxboro, MA 2035
Categories: Foxboro MA

45 Resnik Rd Ste 201 22.2 miles

45 Resnik Rd Ste 201
Plymouth, MA 2360
Categories: Plymouth MA

14 ROCKHILL ST 22.3 miles

14 ROCKHILL ST
FOXBORO, MA 2035
Categories: FOXBORO MA

35 BEDFORD ST 23.0 miles

35 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

58 BEDFORD ST 23.0 miles

58 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 23.3 miles

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
Categories: BURLINGTON MA

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W 23.7 miles

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

620 MYLES STANDISH BLVD 24.0 miles

620 MYLES STANDISH BLVD
TAUNTON, MA 2780
Categories: TAUNTON MA

275 SANDWICH ST 24.1 miles

275 SANDWICH ST
PLYMOUTH, MA 2360
Categories: PLYMOUTH MA

190 N MAIN ST 24.4 miles

190 N MAIN ST
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

57 Long Pond Rd, 24.7 miles

57 Long Pond Rd,
Plymouth, MA 2360
Categories: Plymouth MA

194 NORTH ST 24.9 miles

194 NORTH ST
DANVERS, MA 1923
Categories: DANVERS MA

110 LONG POND RD 24.9 miles

110 LONG POND RD
PLYMOUTH, MA 2360
Categories: PLYMOUTH MA

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Important Information (Beware)

Some companies offering DNA Testing may sell cheap / INEXPENSIVE, in-home or laboratory DNA kits. Please be aware that these types of DNA testing products cannot be used in a court proceeding FOR paternity, immigration or family relationship determinations.

Accredited Drug Testing only utilizes certified DNA collection specialists at our Hingham, MA DNA Testing Centers and AABB certified laboratories for DNA Testing which the test results may be utilized in child custody, child support, paternity or any other legal proceeding.

Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing in all cities nationwide and in the event the parties for the DNA test are located in different cities, Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate and schedule all of the DNA tests to ensure that all parties are accommodated in a convenient manner. As an example, if the mother and child are in one city, but the alleged father is in another, we will contact all parties to schedule the DNA test at a convenient location and time and report the results back to the authorized parties.

Legal or NON-Legal DNA Tests

When scheduling a DNA test regardless of the purpose, Accredited Drug Testing recommends always utilizing a legal DNA test procedure for current or future use. A legal DNA test has very specific Chain of Custody test procedures which ensures that the DNA test results can be used in a legal proceeding. A non-legal DNA test will provide the results, but cannot be used in any type of legal matter. When conducting a legal DNA test all parties must present a valid form of identification, photographs will be taken of all parties, legal guardian documentation and or birth certificates of any minor children may be required. These procedures for a legal DNA test ensure that should the DNA test results be used in a legal proceeding, the chain of custody is carefully followed and no challenge to the results can be successfully made, that's why it's always best to schedule a legal DNA test.

Accredited Drug Testing Recognized For DNA Expertise

Recently, Accredited Drug Testing and our company President and CEO, James A. Greer was consulted by the National Enquirer magazine regarding the JonBenet Ramsey murder case. Mr.Greer's comments were included in both the September 12th, 2016 edition and the January 2nd, 2017 edition of the National Enquirer.

Please note - Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. only utilizes American Association of Blood Bank (AABB) certified laboratories for DNA relationship testing. The AABB accreditation is the highest national standard applied to DNA testing laboratories.

Any DNA test which is conducted by a non- AABB laboratory will not be accepted in a court of law. Home kits and other types of non- AABB DNA testing, while inexpensive/cheap, are not reliable and will not be permitted in a legal proceeding.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, applies the highest standard to the entire DNA testing process, from the DNA specimen collection, to the chain of custody, the laboratory analysis and the confidential results reporting.

To schedule a DNA Test or for more information including fees, Please call (800) 221-4291

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DNA testing can be used for the following purposes

  • Birth Certificate Modification
  • Child Support
  • Child Custody
  • Adoption
  • Wills/Insurance
  • Immigration

DNA Paternity Testing

A DNA test for paternity purposes determines the biological father of a child. Every human inherits specific DNA from both biological parents, half from the mother and half from the father. A DNA test examines a child's DNA pattern with that of an alleged father to determine if the child and the alleged father have the same DNA. Results of a properly administered DNA test utilizing an AABB accredited laboratory are 99.9% accurate. While DNA paternity testing may be stressful for some parties involved, Accredited Drug Testing is committed to making the entire DNA paternity testing experience, professional, convenient, confidential and Stress-Free.

When administering a DNA test to a child/minor, the legal guardian must be present and provide authorization for the DNA test to be conducted. The legal guardian can be the mother, father or other natural or court ordered person who has legal decision making authority over the minor child.

DNA Immigration Testing

DNA testing can be used for reasons relating to immigration and the biological relationship between a petitioner and affiliated individual. DNA immigration testing can be used for paternity tests, Maternity tests, sibling relationship and other purposes required by the U.S Department of State. Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate the entire process, including scheduling the DNA test for parties located in the United States and forward the DNA collection kit to the U.S Embassy located in a foreign country where the other party is located. Once the DNA collection has occurred at one of our testing centers in the U.S and at the U.S Embassy where the other parties are located, Accredited Drug Testing will ensure that all specimens are sent to the lab for DNA testing and provide the results once the AABB laboratory has analyzed the DNA test.

What is a DNA test?

A DNA test is a procedure to determine if exact biological characteristics exist in one person's DNA and those exact same DNA characteristics in another person's DNA makeup. As humans each of us contains different DNA makeup however, parents and children have the same DNA, siblings from the same parents have the same DNA and grandparents have the same DNA as grandchildren. A DNA test is a non-intrusive procedure usually utilizing an oral swab from all parties, which then follows a specific chain of custody process in which the oral swab specimens are sent to a certified and accredited AABB laboratory. The Laboratory that analyzes the DNA specimen and provides the results. DNA test results are 99.9% accurate.

How to schedule a DNA Test?

It's simple, contact Accredited Drug Testing at (800)221-4291, and provide various information including the city you wish to take the DNA test, who will be taking the DNA test, mother, child and alleged father. When the parties are available to take the DNA test (Accredited Drug Testing will schedule the appointment with each available party). Once the results are received from the AABB laboratory Accredited Drug Testing will forward the results by email and U.S Mail (Hard Copy) to all authorized parties.

How long does it take for DNA test results?

Once all parties have completed the DNA test collection, the specimens are immediately sent to the certified AABB laboratory and results are usually available within 3-5 business days.

On-Site/Mobile DNA Testing

We come to you!, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site/mobile DNA testing at your home, office, hospital or other location. (Additional on-site fees may apply)

More DNA Testing FAQ

What is paternity?

Paternity means fatherhood. Paternity is established when a paternity testing laboratory uses genetic testing methods / DNA test, to demonstrate to a legal standard, that an alleged father is the biological father. Paternity is disproved when these same methods and standards demonstrate that an alleged father is not the biological father.

What is DNA testing?

DNA testing refers to the process of examining an individual's DNA markers for the purpose of genetic human identification and for determining the relationship between two people.

How accurate is DNA-Based paternity testing?

The DNA profiling method is an extremely accurate genetic testing method. It can absolutely determine if the man is not the biological father and reliably exclude him. DNA profiling can establish that the alleged father is the child's biological father with a probability of paternity of 99.99% or higher. Each year many individual clients, child support offices, attorneys, judges, and physicians choose Genetic Profiles as their source for information, guidance and testing services in order to determine paternity.

Are the results admissible in court?

Yes. The laboratory follows a strict chain-of-custody procedure which allows for court/legal admissibility.

Is the Lab accredited? Are the results reliable?

The DNA testing laboratory used by Genetic Profiles is accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks(AABB)for the purpose of performing paternity (parentage) tests. Your paternity test will be processed by highly skilled and trained laboratory technicians. Every test is evaluated by a Ph.D. scientist with several years specializing in DNA genetic testing.

How long does it take to receive results from the paternity test?

It typically takes about 3-4 working days to complete the testing. In cases where the mother's sample is not included or when an abnormal/difficult sample is used, testing may require more time.

Are the paternity test results confidential?

Yes, The DNA test results are strictly confidential. They are released only to the adult persons who were tested and, as requested, to their authorized agents (e.g. attorneys).

How does DNA paternity testing work?

DNA analysis, which has proven to be a major advance in the field of paternity testing, involves the direct examination of the genetic material that a child inherited from its biological parents. DNA is located throughout the human body and in the same identical form. Thus, DNA in blood is the same as that in skin, cheek lining, muscle, bone, teeth and various other tissues. The DNA of a person is fully established at conception and remains totally constant throughout life. During the paternity testing process, the genetic characteristics of the child are first compared to those of its mother. Those characteristics in the child that cannot be found in the mother have been inherited from the biological father. If the tested man (alleged father) does not have the genetic characteristics necessary to be the biological father of the child, he is excluded. If the tested man's DNA does contain those genetic characteristics, then the probability that this man is the true biological father is calculated and reported by the laboratory.

What are some of the reasons DNA testing is conducted?

There are many legal and personal reasons that require DNA testing. Some of the more common include:

  • peace of mind
  • family medical concerns
  • child support
  • custody
  • adoption
  • citizenship/immigration
  • inheritance/benefits (social security, insurance, etc.)
  • crime scene analysis (forensic testing)

Can I do anything to alter the results of the test?

No, you can not alter the results of a test. Medication, drugs, alcohol, food, age or lifestyle cannot alter the DNA pattern within an individual.

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

DNA Testing

DNA testing, also known as genetic testing, involves examining an individual's DNA to identify genetic differences or mutations that may be indicative of certain conditions or diseases. It is a powerful tool used in a variety of contexts, from medical diagnostics and forensic analysis to genealogy and ancestry exploration.

Types of DNA Tests

  • Diagnostic Testing: Used to confirm or rule out a specific genetic disorder. It is often conducted when a particular condition is suspected based on physical symptoms.
  • Carrier Testing: This type of test is useful for individuals who may carry a gene for a genetic disorder. It is particularly important for couples considering starting a family.
  • Prenatal Testing: Performed during pregnancy to assess the health of a fetus. It can detect conditions like Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis, or other genetic disorders.
  • Forensic Testing: Used in legal contexts to identify individuals in criminal cases or to settle disputes in paternity cases.
  • Ancestry Testing: Provides insights into one's ethnic background and genealogical roots. This test can help individuals understand their family history and origins.

Applications of DNA Testing

  1. Medical Diagnosis: Helps in diagnosing genetic diseases and conditions, allowing for targeted treatment plans.
  2. Paternity and Family Relationship Analysis: Determines biological relationships between individuals, often used in custody cases and inheritance claims.
  3. Personalized Medicine: Assists in selecting the most effective therapies based on an individual’s genetic profile.
  4. Crime Solving: Aids law enforcement in identifying suspects or victims using genetic evidence.

Advantages of DNA Testing

DNA testing provides several benefits:

  • Accurate Diagnosis: Enhances the accuracy of medical diagnoses and the efficacy of treatment strategies.
  • Early Detection: Facilitates the early detection of predispositions to diseases, potentially leading to preventative measures or early interventions.
  • Family Planning: Offers critical information for prospective parents concerning genetic disorders that could be passed on to offspring.

Limitations and Ethical Considerations

Despite its many applications, DNA testing raises important ethical and privacy concerns:

  • Privacy Concerns: Handling and protection of genetic data is critical as it contains sensitive information about an individual’s health and predisposition to diseases.
  • Potential for Discrimination: There is a risk of genetic discrimination by employers or insurers based on an individual’s genetic information.
  • Emotional Impact: The results from DNA testing can have significant emotional implications for individuals and families, particularly when revealing unexpected or distressing information.

In conclusion, while DNA testing offers profound insights into genetics and has transformative potential across various fields, it must be approached with caution, respecting ethical standards and privacy laws to safeguard individuals’ rights and well-being.

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Local Area Info: Hingham, Massachusetts

Hingham is a town in metropolitan Greater Boston on the South Shore of the U.S. state of Massachusetts in northern Plymouth County. At the 2010 census, the population was 22,157. Hingham is known for its colonial history and location on Boston Harbor. The town was named after Hingham, Norfolk, England, and was first settled by English colonists in 1633.

The town of Hingham was dubbed "Bare Cove" by the first colonizing English in 1633, but two years later was incorporated as a town under the name "Hingham." The land on which Hingham was settled was deeded to the English by the Wampanoag sachem Wompatuck in 1655. The town was within Suffolk County from its founding in 1643 until 1803, and Plymouth County from 1803 to the present. The eastern part of the town split off to become Cohasset in 1770. The town was named for Hingham, a village in the English county of Norfolk, East Anglia, whence most of the first colonists came, including Abraham Lincoln's ancestor Samuel Lincoln (1622–90), his first American ancestor, who came to Massachusetts in 1637. A statue of President Lincoln adorns the area adjacent to downtown Hingham Square.

Hingham was born of religious dissent. Many of the original founders were forced to flee their native village in Norfolk with both their vicars, Rev. Peter Hobart and Rev. Robert Peck, when they fell foul of the strict doctrines of Anglican England. Peck was known for what the eminent Norfolk historian Rev. Francis Blomefield called his "violent schismatical spirit." Peck lowered the chancel railing of the church, in accord with Puritan sentiment that the Anglican church of the day was too removed from its parishioners. He also antagonized ecclesiastical authorities with other forbidden practices.

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Median Age: 45.5 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 4.0%

Poverty (breakdown): (3.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 100.0% for Black residents, 28.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Land Area: 3.12 square miles.

Zip Codes: 02043

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $135,290 (it was $86,574 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $73,454 (it was $43,980 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $734,510 (it was $347,600 in 2000) Hingham:$734,510MA:$385,400

Races:
      White alone - 5,430 - 96.1%
      Two or more races - 70 - 1.2%
      Asian alone - 57 - 1.0%
      Hispanic - 55 - 1.0%
      Black alone - 15 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 13 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 9 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.02%

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