Abita Springs, LA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Age: 41.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,198.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Abita Springs: 97.1 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (8.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 60.0% for Black residents, 3.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Louisiana and other state lists, there were 9 registered sex offenders living in Abita Springs, Louisiana as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Abita Springs is 277 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (15.5%), English (12.9%), Irish (11.8%), French Canadian (6.9%), French (6.8%), German (6.3%).

Land Area: 4.13 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 70420, 70435, 70471

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $59,014 (it was $39,923 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $35,325 (it was $16,998 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $201,023 (it was $110,100 in 2000) Abita Springs:$201,023LA:$162,500

Races:
      White alone - 2,116 - 89.5%
      Black alone - 106 - 4.5%
      Hispanic - 73 - 3.1%
      Two or more races - 46 - 1.9%
      American Indian alone - 13 - 0.5%
      Asian alone - 7 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 2 - 0.08%
      Other race alone - 2 - 0.08%

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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)

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing Centers, Abita Springs, LA

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Abita Springs, LA and the surrounding areas. To schedule a test call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7. Testing is available for employers and individuals and most Abita Springs, LA drug testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available and no appointment is needed in most cases.

Drug, Alcohol, DNA Testing Methods And Services

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, post-accident, court ordered probation, school programs and personal reasons. DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing is available. Testing centers offer 5, 7, 9, 12 and 14 panel drug screenings and all drug tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified laboratory and all test results are verified by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Instant result testing is also available at most testing centers. Drug and Alcohol testing methods can include urine, hair, ETG, breath alcohol (BAC), blood and oral saliva. The detection period for drug and alcohol use is determined by the testing methods and the laboratory analysis utilized. Testing services are administered by trained and certified drug and alcohol testing technicians at all of our Abita Springs, LA Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Abita Springs, LA and the surrounding areas, we also provide on-site drug and alcohol testing services utilizing our mobile/on-site unit for construction sites, hospitals, schools, roadside locations. When sending your employees to a drug testing center is not cost effective or a person cannot go to a testing center, our on-site mobile testing service may be a valuable option to consider. Please call us for additional information 800-221-4291.

DOT Testing and Services

Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing is provided at our Abita Springs, LA testing centers for FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, USCG and all Federally Regulated employers who have safety sensitive employees covered by DOT 49, CFR Part 40. Additional DOT services available include: Consortium membership (random testing pool), Supervisor Training, DOT Physicals and DOT drug policy development. Accredited Drug Testing can provide all services which will ensure compliance with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

DNA Testing

DNA testing is provided for various purposes including paternity, child custody, immigration and other legal proceedings. The DNA test is 99.9% accurate and is a simple swabbing of the mouth process. All DNA tests are analyzed by certified AABB laboratories and can be utilized in any legal proceeding.

Testing Centers located throughout

360 Emerald Forest Blvd Suite H 3.3 miles

360 Emerald Forest Blvd Suite H
Covington, LA 70433
Categories: Covington LA

360 EMERALD FOREST BLVD STE H 3.4 miles

360 EMERALD FOREST BLVD STE H
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Categories: COVINGTON LA

706 W 15th Ave, 4.2 miles

706 W 15th Ave,
Covington, LA 70433
Categories: Covington LA

1202 S TYLER ST 4.5 miles

1202 S TYLER ST
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Categories: COVINGTON LA

71380 HIGHWAY 21 STE 102 4.9 miles

71380 HIGHWAY 21 STE 102
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Categories: COVINGTON LA

67252 INDUSTRY LN 5.6 miles

67252 INDUSTRY LN
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Categories: COVINGTON LA

4244 Highway 22, 6.6 miles

4244 Highway 22,
Mandeville, LA 70471
Categories: Mandeville LA

2330 N CAUSEWAY BLVD 6.6 miles

2330 N CAUSEWAY BLVD
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471
Categories: MANDEVILLE LA

4430 HIGHWAY 22 6.7 miles

4430 HIGHWAY 22
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471
Categories: MANDEVILLE LA

1111 Greengate Drive 7.1 miles

1111 Greengate Drive
Covington, LA 70433
Categories: Covington LA

16300 HIGHWAY 1085 7.3 miles

16300 HIGHWAY 1085
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Categories: COVINGTON LA

211 W CA-- USEWAY APPROACH 7.6 miles

211 W CA-- USEWAY APPROACH
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471
Categories: MANDEVILLE LA

61335 ROCK RD 13.4 miles

61335 ROCK RD
LACOMBE, LA 70445
Categories: LACOMBE LA

73015 HIGHWAY 25 STE A 19.2 miles

73015 HIGHWAY 25 STE A
COVINGTON, LA 70435
Categories: COVINGTON LA

985 ROBERT BLVD STE 101 20.7 miles

985 ROBERT BLVD STE 101
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Categories: SLIDELL LA

700 GA-- USE BLVD STE 102 20.8 miles

700 GA-- USE BLVD STE 102
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Categories: SLIDELL LA

740 Gause Blvd, 20.8 miles

740 Gause Blvd,
Slidell, LA 70458
Categories: Slidell LA

1702 HIGHWAY 11 N STE A 20.9 miles

1702 HIGHWAY 11 N STE A
PICAYUNE, MS 39466
Categories: PICAYUNE MS

1050 FRONT ST 21.0 miles

1050 FRONT ST
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Categories: SLIDELL LA

1001 GAUSE BLVD 21.0 miles

1001 GAUSE BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Categories: SLIDELL LA

1520 GAUSE BLVD 21.6 miles

1520 GAUSE BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Categories: SLIDELL LA

422 Memorial Blvd 21.8 miles

422 Memorial Blvd
Picayune, MS 39466
Categories: Picayune MS

100 MEDICAL CENTER DR 22.0 miles

100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
SLIDELL, LA 70461
Categories: SLIDELL LA

1415 AVENUE F 22.0 miles

1415 AVENUE F
BOGALUSA, LA 70427
Categories: BOGALUSA LA

370 Gateway Dr Ste B, 22.2 miles

370 Gateway Dr Ste B,
Slidell, LA 70461
Categories: Slidell LA

2375 GAUSE BLVD E 22.5 miles

2375 GAUSE BLVD E
SLIDELL, LA 70461
Categories: SLIDELL LA

815 Avenue F Ste D 22.6 miles

815 Avenue F Ste D
Bogalusa, LA 70427
Categories: Bogalusa LA

3090 GAUSE BLVD E STE 209 22.8 miles

3090 GAUSE BLVD E STE 209
SLIDELL, LA 70461
Categories: SLIDELL LA

6 SIEBENKITTEL CIR STE M 23.0 miles

6 SIEBENKITTEL CIR STE M
CARRIERE, MS 39426
Categories: CARRIERE MS

18261 ESTERBROOK RD 23.1 miles

18261 ESTERBROOK RD
PONCHATOULA, LA 70454
Categories: PONCHATOULA LA

712 WILLIS AVE 23.3 miles

712 WILLIS AVE
BOGALUSA, LA 70427
Categories: BOGALUSA LA

2274 HIGHWAY 43 S 23.5 miles

2274 HIGHWAY 43 S
PICAYUNE, MS 39466
Categories: PICAYUNE MS

216 MEMPHIS ST 23.9 miles

216 MEMPHIS ST
BOGALUSA, LA 70427
Categories: BOGALUSA LA

1735 1/2 SW RAILROAD AVE 24.8 miles

1735 1/2 SW RAILROAD AVE
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Categories: HAMMOND LA

42078 VETERANS AVE STE C 24.9 miles

42078 VETERANS AVE STE C
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Categories: HAMMOND LA

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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 Drug, Alcohol, and DNA Testing

Drug, alcohol, and DNA testing are three distinct types of biomedical tests that serve important roles in healthcare, legal, employment, and personal settings. Each type of testing helps in making informed decisions, ensuring safety, and understanding genetic information. Here, we explore the purposes and applications of these tests in a consumer context.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Drug and alcohol testing are commonly used to detect the presence of illicit substances or alcohol in an individual's system. These tests are crucial in various professional and legal scenarios to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Drug Testing: Typically involves analyzing urine, blood, hair, or saliva to detect illegal drugs or misuse of prescription medications. Common in employment settings, particularly for positions involving public safety, and in compliance with legal requirements such as those enforced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Alcohol Testing: Measures blood alcohol content (BAC) through breath, blood, or urine tests. This is essential for enforcing drinking and driving laws, workplace policies, and in treatment programs for alcohol misuse.

DNA Testing

DNA testing involves analyzing a person's genetic material to gather information about ancestry, identify genetic disorders, establish family relationships, or aid in forensic investigations.

  1. Ancestry and Genealogy: Helps individuals trace family roots and understand ethnic backgrounds.
  2. Medical Testing: Identifies genetic predispositions to certain health conditions, aiding in early diagnosis and management of diseases.
  3. Paternity and Relationship Testing: Determines biological relationships, commonly used in paternity disputes and adoption cases.
  4. Forensic Testing: Assists in criminal investigations by identifying suspects or victims through genetic fingerprints.

Applications and Importance

These tests play pivotal roles in various sectors:

  • Healthcare: Drug and DNA testing contribute to diagnosing diseases, managing treatment plans, and preventive health care.
  • Legal and Forensic: Crucial in legal proceedings, including criminal justice, custody cases, and legal determinations of impairment.
  • Employment: Employers utilize drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe and productive workplace, especially in industries where safety is paramount.

In summary, drug, alcohol, and DNA testing provide essential data that helps protect public safety, enforce laws, and uncover important personal and health information. Each type of testing is governed by specific standards to ensure accuracy, privacy, and ethical handling of results.

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Local Area Info: Abita Springs, Louisiana

Abita Springs is a town in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States. The population was 2,365 at the 2010 census, up from 1,957 in 2000. It is part of the New Orleans–Metairie–Kenner Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Abita Springs was originally a Choctaw Indian village, taking its name from nearby medicinal springs. The Choctaw burial and execution grounds, which were in use up until around 1880, are located nearby.

As of the census of 2000, there are 1,957 people, 757 households, and 550 families residing in the town. The population density is 474.3 people per square mile (183.0/km²). There are 813 housing units at an average density of 197.1 per square mile (76.0/km²). The racial makeup of the town is 95.30% White, 3.01% African American, 0.31% Native American, 0.36% Asian, 0.31% from other races, and 0.72% from two or more races. 1.79% of the population are Hispanic, or Latino of any race.

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Median Age: 41.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,198.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Abita Springs: 97.1 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (8.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 60.0% for Black residents, 3.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Louisiana and other state lists, there were 9 registered sex offenders living in Abita Springs, Louisiana as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Abita Springs is 277 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (15.5%), English (12.9%), Irish (11.8%), French Canadian (6.9%), French (6.8%), German (6.3%).

Land Area: 4.13 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 70420, 70435, 70471

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $59,014 (it was $39,923 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $35,325 (it was $16,998 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $201,023 (it was $110,100 in 2000) Abita Springs:$201,023LA:$162,500

Races:
      White alone - 2,116 - 89.5%
      Black alone - 106 - 4.5%
      Hispanic - 73 - 3.1%
      Two or more races - 46 - 1.9%
      American Indian alone - 13 - 0.5%
      Asian alone - 7 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 2 - 0.08%
      Other race alone - 2 - 0.08%

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