Ephrata, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 13,885 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +5.1%

Population (female): 6,848

Median Age: 37.7 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $863.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 9.9%

Elevation: 400 feet

Zip Codes: 17522

Races:
      White alone - 12,572 - 90.0%
      Hispanic - 566 - 4.1%
      Black alone - 283 - 2.0%
      Two or more races - 267 - 1.9%
      Asian alone - 97 - 0.7%
      American Indian alone - 33 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 13 - 0.09%

As of the census of 2000, there were 13,213 people, 5,477 households, and 3,565 families residing in the borough. The population density was 3,672.7 people per square mile (1,417.1/km²). There were 5,672 housing units at an average density of 1,576.6 per square mile (608.3/km²). The racial makeup of the borough was 96.10% White, 0.64% Black or African American, 0.26% Native American, 1.06% Asian, 0.14% Pacific Islander, 0.82% from other races, and 0.98% from two or more races. 2.75% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

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)

DNA Testing

DNA Testing Ephrata

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing Ephrata using certified DNA collection specialists and nationally accredited AABB Laboratories for all DNA testing Ephrata needs which will insure the highest accuracy for DNA testing Ephrata results. DNA testing Ephrata centers are usually located within minutes of your home or office and the entire process to schedule and conduct a DNA test is Fast, Easy and Confidential.

To schedule a DNA testing Ephrata location call (800) 221-4291.

Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing in all cities throughout the State and in the event the parties for the DNA test are located in different cities or States, 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.

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Legal or NON-Legal DNA Tests

At times persons in need of a DNA test will look for the cheapest method or a home DNA kit, however a cheap or "do it yourself" DNA test many times are not accurate or will stand a legal challenge or can successfully defend a legal challenge in a court of law. Not all laboratory's or DNA testing centers are equal. Accredited Drug Testing only uses DNA testing Ephrata qualified and certified testing centers and nationally recognized DNA testing Ephrata laboratories.

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 insures 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 insure 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.

DNA testing can be used for the following purposes

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

DNA Paternity Testing Ephrata

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 a alleged father to determine if the child and the alleged father have the same DNA. Results of a properly administered DNA test utilizing a AABB accredited laboratory are 99.9% accurate. While DNA paternity testing maybe stressful for some parties involved, Accredited Drug Testing is committed to making the entire DNA paternity testing experience, professional, convenient, confidential and Stress Free.

Establishing a biological relationship is important and has many benefits including

  • Medical history for the child
  • Establishing legal, custodial and inheritance claims
  • Enhances the family unit and bond between father and other family members

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 have 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 a 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 than analyzes the DNA specimen and provides the results. DNA test results are 99.9% accurate.

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How to schedule a DNA Testing Ephrata?

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 in 3-5 business days.

On-Site/Mobile DNA Testing Ephrata

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)

112 N Reading Rd, 0.6 miles

112 N Reading Rd,
Ephrata, PA 17522
Categories: Ephrata PA

446 N READING RD 1.1 miles

446 N READING RD
EPHRATA, PA 17522
Categories: EPHRATA PA

4237 OREGON PIKE 4.5 miles

4237 OREGON PIKE
EPHRATA, PA 17522
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1500 HIGHLANDS DR 7.4 miles

1500 HIGHLANDS DR
LITITZ, PA 17543
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435 S KINZER AVE 7.7 miles

435 S KINZER AVE
NEW HOLLAND, PA 17557
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235 BLOOMFIELD DR 8.2 miles

235 BLOOMFIELD DR
LITITZ, PA 17543
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113 BUTLER AVE 10.2 miles

113 BUTLER AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17601
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150 FARMINGTON LN STE 201 10.4 miles

150 FARMINGTON LN STE 201
LANCASTER, PA 17601
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215 Granite Run Dr, 10.8 miles

215 Granite Run Dr,
Lancaster, PA 17601
Categories: Lancaster PA

1100 E ORANGE ST 10.9 miles

1100 E ORANGE ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
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555 N DUKE ST 11.3 miles

555 N DUKE ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
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2110 HARRISBURG PIKE STE 21 12.1 miles

2110 HARRISBURG PIKE STE 21
LANCASTER, PA 17601
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241 ROHRERSTOWN RD 2ND FL STE 200 13.0 miles

241 ROHRERSTOWN RD 2ND FL STE 200
LANCASTER, PA 17603
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2148 EMBASSY DR 13.4 miles

2148 EMBASSY DR
LANCASTER, PA 17603
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4 ROHRERSTOWN RD 13.8 miles

4 ROHRERSTOWN RD
LANCASTER, PA 17603
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520 E Lancaster Ave, 14.7 miles

520 E Lancaster Ave,
Shillington, PA 19607
Categories: Shillington PA

725 E Lincoln Ave, 15.1 miles

725 E Lincoln Ave,
Myerstown, PA 17067
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96 COMMERCE DR STE 113 15.1 miles

96 COMMERCE DR STE 113
WYOMISSING, PA 19610
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199 S 4TH ST AT 399 WALNUT ST 15.2 miles

199 S 4TH ST AT 399 WALNUT ST
Lebanon, PA 17042
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5275 LINCOLN HWY 15.2 miles

5275 LINCOLN HWY
GAP, PA 17527
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836 HOUSTON RUN DR STE 201 15.3 miles

836 HOUSTON RUN DR STE 201
GAP, PA 17527
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2001 State Hill Road, Suite 130 15.4 miles

2001 State Hill Road, Suite 130
Wyomissing, PA 19610
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1665 STATE HILL RD BERKSHIRE MALL 15.5 miles

1665 STATE HILL RD BERKSHIRE MALL
WYOMISSING, PA 19610
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1010 W CRESTVIEW DR 16.2 miles

1010 W CRESTVIEW DR
LEBANON, PA 17042
Categories: LEBANON PA

615 CUMBERLAND ST 16.9 miles

615 CUMBERLAND ST
LEBANON, PA 17042
Categories: LEBANON PA

2500 BERNVILLE RD 17.2 miles

2500 BERNVILLE RD
READING, PA 19605
Categories: READING PA

5001B PERKIOMEN AVE 17.6 miles

5001B PERKIOMEN AVE
READING, PA 19606
Categories: READING PA

Rt 422 West, 17.8 miles

Rt 422 West,
Lebanon, PA 17042
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1 E BEACON LIGHT LN 17.9 miles

1 E BEACON LIGHT LN
CHESTER, PA 19013
Categories: CHESTER PA

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45 S PINE ST
ELVERSON, PA 19520
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4400 Perkiomen Ave,
Reading, PA 19606
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3050 N 5th Street Hwy,
Reading, PA 19605
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950 Octorara Trail 19.2 miles

950 Octorara Trail
Parkesburg, PA 19365
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WALNUT ST 19.4 miles

WALNUT ST
READING, PA 19606
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1114 COMMONS BLVD 19.4 miles

1114 COMMONS BLVD
READING, PA 19605
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2168 CLOVERFIELD DR 19.5 miles

2168 CLOVERFIELD DR
LEBANON, PA 17046
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3225 N 5TH STREET HWY STE 4 19.5 miles

3225 N 5TH STREET HWY STE 4
READING, PA 19605
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4201 POTTSVILLE PIKE 19.8 miles

4201 POTTSVILLE PIKE
READING, PA 19605
Categories: READING PA

321 N Furnace St, 20.5 miles

321 N Furnace St,
Birdsboro, PA 19508
Categories: Birdsboro PA

418 CLOVERLEAF RD 20.5 miles

418 CLOVERLEAF RD
ELIZABETHTOWN, PA 17022
Categories: ELIZABETHTOWN PA

44 EAST AVE 21.7 miles

44 EAST AVE
STRAUSSTOWN, PA 19559
Categories: STRAUSSTOWN PA

645 N MOUNT JOY ST 22.6 miles

645 N MOUNT JOY ST
ELIZABETHTOWN, PA 17022
Categories: ELIZABETHTOWN PA

244 W LINCOLN HWY 23.0 miles

244 W LINCOLN HWY
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
Categories: COATESVILLE PA

102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD 23.1 miles

102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD
COCHRANVILLE, PA 19330
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201 REECEVILLE RD 23.7 miles

201 REECEVILLE RD
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
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1235 Horseshoe Pike, 23.8 miles

1235 Horseshoe Pike,
Downingtown, PA 19335
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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

Overview of DNA Testing

DNA testing is a sophisticated scientific method used to analyze genetic material from an individual to discover genetic information that can influence health, ancestry, and personal characteristics. It has revolutionized fields such as medicine, forensics, and genealogy by providing deep insights into genetic backgrounds and health predispositions.

Common Types of DNA Testing

  • Medical Genetic Testing: Identifies changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins to confirm or rule out a suspected genetic condition or help determine a person's chance of developing or passing on a genetic disorder.
  • Ancestral DNA Testing: Analyzes DNA to provide insights into one’s ethnic background and ancestral origins, often revealing geographical and migratory histories of ancestors.
  • Forensic DNA Testing: Focuses on identifying individuals based on their unique genetic makeup for criminal investigations or legal matters such as paternity tests.

Benefits of DNA Testing

DNA testing offers a range of benefits:

  1. Enhanced Medical Understanding: Helps in understanding genetic diseases and can lead to more effective treatment and prevention strategies.
  2. Personal Ancestry Insights: Provides a deeper understanding of one's roots and personal history related to ethnic groups and migration patterns.
  3. Assistance in Forensic Investigations: Essential in solving crimes, identifying perpetrators or victims, and resolving civil disputes.

Challenges and Considerations in DNA Testing

While DNA testing provides valuable insights, it comes with challenges:

  • Ethical Issues: Genetic testing raises ethical questions, particularly concerning privacy, consent, and the right to not know genetic information.
  • Accuracy and Interpretation: Results can sometimes be inconclusive or misinterpreted, requiring careful consideration and potentially further testing.
  • Psychological Impact: Discovering genetic information can be distressing and have significant emotional impacts on individuals and families.

Choosing the Right DNA Test

When considering a DNA test, it is important to:

  1. Select the Appropriate Test: Choose a test that suits your specific needs, whether for health, ancestry, or legal purposes.
  2. Consider Privacy Policies: Understand how your genetic information will be used, stored, and shared.
  3. Seek Professional Guidance: Consult healthcare professionals or genetic counselors to help interpret results accurately and responsibly.

In conclusion, DNA testing offers profound insights but requires careful consideration of ethical issues, potential emotional impacts, and the challenges of dealing with complex genetic information. With the right approach and professional support, it can provide invaluable benefits.

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Local Area Info: Ephrata, Pennsylvania

Ephrata (/??fr?t?/ EF-r?-t?; Pennsylvania German: Effridaa) is a borough in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States, 38 miles (61 km) south east of Harrisburg and about 57 miles (92 km) west by north of Philadelphia. It is named after Ephrath, a biblical town in what is now Israel. Ephrata's sister city is Eberbach, Germany, the city where its founders originated. In its early history, Ephrata was a pleasure resort and an agricultural community.

Ephrata's population has steadily grown over the last century. In 1900, 2,452 people lived there, in 1910, 3,192, and by 1940, the population had increased to 6,199. The population was 13,394 at the 2010 census. Ephrata is the most populous borough in Lancaster County.

Ephrata is noteworthy for having been the former seat of the Mystic Order of the Solitary, a semimonastic order of Seventh-Day Dunkers. The community, which contained both men and women, was founded by Johann Conrad Beissel in 1732.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 13,885 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +5.1%

Population (female): 6,848

Median Age: 37.7 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $863.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 9.9%

Elevation: 400 feet

Zip Codes: 17522

Races:
      White alone - 12,572 - 90.0%
      Hispanic - 566 - 4.1%
      Black alone - 283 - 2.0%
      Two or more races - 267 - 1.9%
      Asian alone - 97 - 0.7%
      American Indian alone - 33 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 13 - 0.09%

As of the census of 2000, there were 13,213 people, 5,477 households, and 3,565 families residing in the borough. The population density was 3,672.7 people per square mile (1,417.1/km²). There were 5,672 housing units at an average density of 1,576.6 per square mile (608.3/km²). The racial makeup of the borough was 96.10% White, 0.64% Black or African American, 0.26% Native American, 1.06% Asian, 0.14% Pacific Islander, 0.82% from other races, and 0.98% from two or more races. 2.75% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

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