Summerhill, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2019: 444 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: -14.8%

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Summerhill: 90.6 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2019: 2.4%

Poverty (breakdown):

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (40.7%), English (14.2%), American (13.6%), Polish (6.8%), European (3.7%), Italian (3.7%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 0.32 square miles.

Zip Codes: 15958

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2019: $66,489 (it was $25,750 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2019: $34,748 (it was $15,013 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2019: $104,279 (it was $67,600 in 2000) Summerhill:$104,279PA:$192,600

Races:
      White alone - 403 - 97.1%
      Two or more races - 4 - 1.0%
      Hispanic - 3 - 0.7%

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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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160 JARI DR STE 110 6.9 miles

160 JARI DR STE 110
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
Categories: JOHNSTOWN PA

1104 W HIGH ST 7.3 miles

1104 W HIGH ST
EBENSBURG, PA 15931
Categories: EBENSBURG PA

1221 SCALP AVE 8.5 miles

1221 SCALP AVE
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
Categories: JOHNSTOWN PA

1450 SCALP AVE STE 106 8.8 miles

1450 SCALP AVE STE 106
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
Categories: JOHNSTOWN PA

1450 SCALP AVE 8.8 miles

1450 SCALP AVE
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
Categories: JOHNSTOWN PA

1513 SCALP AVE 8.9 miles

1513 SCALP AVE
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
Categories: JOHNSTOWN PA

132 WALNUT ST STE 2 9.1 miles

132 WALNUT ST STE 2
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15901
Categories: JOHNSTOWN PA

600 SOMERSET AVE 10.1 miles

600 SOMERSET AVE
WINDBER, PA 15963
Categories: WINDBER PA

792 GALLITZIN RD 12.4 miles

792 GALLITZIN RD
CRESSON, PA 16630
Categories: CRESSON PA

707 FOREST ST 13.5 miles

707 FOREST ST
GALLITZIN, PA 16641
Categories: GALLITZIN PA

31 ORCHARD DR 14.9 miles

31 ORCHARD DR
ARMAGH, PA 15920
Categories: ARMAGH PA

105 NASON DR 19.7 miles

105 NASON DR
ROARING SPRING, PA 16673
Categories: ROARING SPRING PA

290 HAIDA AVE 19.7 miles

290 HAIDA AVE
HASTINGS, PA 16646
Categories: HASTINGS PA

300 E PLANK RD 20.2 miles

300 E PLANK RD
ALTOONA, PA 16602
Categories: ALTOONA PA

208 FRANKSTOWN RD 20.3 miles

208 FRANKSTOWN RD
ALTOONA, PA 16602
Categories: ALTOONA PA

2500 7TH AVE 20.5 miles

2500 7TH AVE
ALTOONA, PA 16602
Categories: ALTOONA PA

1516 9TH AVE 21.0 miles

1516 9TH AVE
ALTOONA, PA 16602
Categories: ALTOONA PA

2005 VALLEY VIEW BLVD 21.1 miles

2005 VALLEY VIEW BLVD
ALTOONA, PA 16602
Categories: ALTOONA PA

1600 VALLEY VIEW BLVD 21.4 miles

1600 VALLEY VIEW BLVD
ALTOONA, PA 16602
Categories: ALTOONA PA

620 HOWARD AVE 21.5 miles

620 HOWARD AVE
ALTOONA, PA 16601
Categories: ALTOONA PA

615 HOWARD AVE 1ST FL 21.6 miles

615 HOWARD AVE 1ST FL
ALTOONA, PA 16601
Categories: ALTOONA PA

200 N 4TH AVE 22.7 miles

200 N 4TH AVE
ALTOONA, PA 16601
Categories: ALTOONA PA

1265 WAYNE AVE STE 207 26.3 miles

1265 WAYNE AVE STE 207
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

875 HOSPITAL RD 26.4 miles

875 HOSPITAL RD
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

835 HOSPITAL RD Box 788 26.9 miles

835 HOSPITAL RD Box 788
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

865 MARION RD 26.9 miles

865 MARION RD
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

2125 OAKLAND AVE 27.2 miles

2125 OAKLAND AVE
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

2128 OAKLAND AVE 27.2 miles

2128 OAKLAND AVE
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

1916 OAKLAND AVE 27.2 miles

1916 OAKLAND AVE
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

1490 North Center Ave Ste 100 29.0 miles

1490 North Center Ave Ste 100
Somerset, PA 15501
Categories: Somerset PA

115 WOOD DUCK RD 29.0 miles

115 WOOD DUCK RD
SOMERSET, PA 15501
Categories: SOMERSET PA

9457 LINCOLN HWY STE 102 29.2 miles

9457 LINCOLN HWY STE 102
BEDFORD, PA 15522
Categories: BEDFORD PA

10455 LINCOLN HWY 29.8 miles

10455 LINCOLN HWY
EVERETT, PA 15537
Categories: EVERETT PA

225 S CENTER AVE 30.5 miles

225 S CENTER AVE
SOMERSET, PA 15501
Categories: SOMERSET PA

126 E CHURCH ST STE 2200 30.5 miles

126 E CHURCH ST STE 2200
SOMERSET, PA 15501
Categories: SOMERSET PA

1744 WATER LEVEL RD 31.9 miles

1744 WATER LEVEL RD
SOMERSET, PA 15501
Categories: SOMERSET PA

W 2ND AVE 33.4 miles

W 2ND AVE
LATROBE, PA 15650
Categories: LATROBE PA

187 HOSPITAL DR 33.7 miles

187 HOSPITAL DR
TYRONE, PA 16686
Categories: TYRONE PA

3876 STATE ROUTE 30 34.0 miles

3876 STATE ROUTE 30
LATROBE, PA 15650
Categories: LATROBE PA

5927 STATE ROUTE 981 STE 6 34.0 miles

5927 STATE ROUTE 981 STE 6
LATROBE, PA 15650
Categories: LATROBE PA

9525 ROUTE 422 HWY W PO BOX 338 35.3 miles

9525 ROUTE 422 HWY W PO BOX 338
SHELOCTA, PA 15774
Categories: SHELOCTA PA

PO BOX 334 ROUTE 220 37.9 miles

PO BOX 334 ROUTE 220
TIPTON, PA 16684
Categories: TIPTON PA

143 HARTMAN RD STE 10 38.2 miles

143 HARTMAN RD STE 10
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

5240 ROUTE 30, STE B, 39.6 miles

5240 ROUTE 30, STE B,
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

7561 LAKE RAYSTOWN SHOPPING CTR 40.1 miles

7561 LAKE RAYSTOWN SHOPPING CTR
HUNTINGDON, PA 16652
Categories: HUNTINGDON PA

200 E MAHONING ST STE 1 40.7 miles

200 E MAHONING ST STE 1
PUNXSUTAWNEY, PA 15767
Categories: PUNXSUTAWNEY PA

5126 STATE ROUTE 30 STE 300 41.0 miles

5126 STATE ROUTE 30 STE 300
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

200 VILLAGE DR Mt. View Medical Park 41.0 miles

200 VILLAGE DR Mt. View Medical Park
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

4000 HEMPFIELD PLAZA BLVD Ste 991 41.0 miles

4000 HEMPFIELD PLAZA BLVD Ste 991
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

134 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD 2300B 41.0 miles

134 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD 2300B
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

870 WEATHERWOOD LN 41.0 miles

870 WEATHERWOOD LN
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

161 E OTTERMAN ST STE 2 41.4 miles

161 E OTTERMAN ST STE 2
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

532 W PITTSBURGH ST 42.1 miles

532 W PITTSBURGH ST
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

830 ROUTE 819 S 42.2 miles

830 ROUTE 819 S
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
Categories: MOUNT PLEASANT PA

984 CHERRY LANE RD 42.8 miles

984 CHERRY LANE RD
APOLLO, PA 15613
Categories: APOLLO PA

301 FILBERT ST 43.1 miles

301 FILBERT ST
CURWENSVILLE, PA 16833
Categories: CURWENSVILLE PA

421 ROUTE 22 43.2 miles

421 ROUTE 22
DELMONT, PA 15626
Categories: DELMONT PA

Greengate Centre, 2510 Greengate Centre Circle 43.4 miles

Greengate Centre, 2510 Greengate Centre Circle
Greensburg, PA 15601
Categories: Greensburg PA

206 ARLINGTON PL 43.5 miles

206 ARLINGTON PL
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

615 W SMITHFIELD ST 44.1 miles

615 W SMITHFIELD ST
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
Categories: MOUNT PLEASANT PA

508 S CHURCH ST 44.4 miles

508 S CHURCH ST
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
Categories: MOUNT PLEASANT PA

6396 STATE ROUTE 819 S 44.5 miles

6396 STATE ROUTE 819 S
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
Categories: MT PLEASANT PA

6510 STATE ROUTE 30 44.8 miles

6510 STATE ROUTE 30
JEANNETTE, PA 15644
Categories: JEANNETTE PA

308 BESSEMER RD STE 100 45.1 miles

308 BESSEMER RD STE 100
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
Categories: MT PLEASANT PA

4889 William Penn Highway - Wa, 45.6 miles

4889 William Penn Highway - Wa,
Murrysville, PA 15668
Categories: Murrysville PA

811 S Center Ave 45.9 miles

811 S Center Ave
NEW STANTON, PA 15674
Categories: NEW STANTON PA

210 MEDICAL CENTER DR 46.8 miles

210 MEDICAL CENTER DR
PHILIPSBURG, PA 16866
Categories: PHILIPSBURG PA

397 Hyde Park Road, Allegheny Town Square, Suite 1 47.6 miles

397 Hyde Park Road, Allegheny Town Square, Suite 1
Leechburg, PA 15656
Categories: Leechburg PA

4620 WILLIAM PENN HWY 48.0 miles

4620 WILLIAM PENN HWY
MURRYSVILLE, PA 15668
Categories: MURRYSVILLE PA

809 TURNPIKE AVE 48.2 miles

809 TURNPIKE AVE
Clearfield, PA 16830
Categories: Clearfield PA

807 DOCTORS DR 48.3 miles

807 DOCTORS DR
CLEARFIELD, PA 16830
Categories: CLEARFIELD PA

9173 RTE 30, STE 5 48.8 miles

9173 RTE 30, STE 5
IRWIN, PA 15642
Categories: IRWIN PA

8943 STATE ROUTE 30, 49.1 miles

8943 STATE ROUTE 30,
IRWIN, PA 15642
Categories: IRWIN PA

4120 7TH STREET RD 49.6 miles

4120 7TH STREET RD
NEW KENSINGTON, PA 15068
Categories: NEW KENSINGTON PA

905 SPRUCE ST 49.7 miles

905 SPRUCE ST
IRWIN, PA 15642
Categories: IRWIN PA

214 PEACH ORCHARD RD 49.9 miles

214 PEACH ORCHARD RD
MC CONNELLSBURG, PA 17233
Categories: MC CONNELLSBURG PA

915 BISHOP WALSH RD 50.0 miles

915 BISHOP WALSH RD
CUMBERLAND, MD 21502
Categories: CUMBERLAND MD

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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 Summerhill, PA 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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Summerhill is a borough in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 490 at the 2010 census.

Summerhill, a small borough in the Allegheny Mountains in southwestern Pennsylvania, was settled in the early 1800s and grew in large part from the Allegheny Portage Railroad and the Pennsylvania Railroad.

The Thomas and Barbara Croyle family was one of the earliest recorded families to settle in the town in 1794. Their family homestead, a two-story stone structure that still stands, served the family as a fortress against Indian attacks. According to some sources, Indians burned the Croyles' cabin and property, causing the family to seek refuge at Fort Bedford. By 1800, Barbara Croyle chose to rebuild their homestead with stone; she limited windows to two sides of the house to keep it stronger if attacked.

The Croyle family built a grist mill, known locally as Croyle's Mill, and a dam on the Little Conemaugh River to operate it. The establishment of the mill was significant enough for the county to notice and fund its first public works project, a dirt road from Ebensburg to Croyle's Mill. The mill operated into the 1900s.

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Population (total): Population in 2019: 444 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: -14.8%

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Summerhill: 90.6 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2019: 2.4%

Poverty (breakdown):

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (40.7%), English (14.2%), American (13.6%), Polish (6.8%), European (3.7%), Italian (3.7%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 0.32 square miles.

Zip Codes: 15958

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2019: $66,489 (it was $25,750 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2019: $34,748 (it was $15,013 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2019: $104,279 (it was $67,600 in 2000) Summerhill:$104,279PA:$192,600

Races:
      White alone - 403 - 97.1%
      Two or more races - 4 - 1.0%
      Hispanic - 3 - 0.7%

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