Aripeka, FL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total):

Population (male): 113

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Aripeka: 86.8 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.2%

Poverty (breakdown):

Elevation: 6 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $51,347
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $28,002
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $161,500 Aripeka:$161,500FL:$214,000

Races:
      White alone - 271 - 88.0%
      Two or more races - 17 - 5.5%
      Hispanic - 16 - 5.2%
      Asian alone - 2 - 0.6%
      Black alone - 1 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 1 - 0.3%

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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, Aripeka, FL

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Aripeka, FL 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 Aripeka, FL 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 Aripeka, FL Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Aripeka, FL 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 Aripeka, FL 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

14000 FIVAY RD INJURY CARE ONLY 2.8 miles

14000 FIVAY RD INJURY CARE ONLY
HUDSON, FL 34667
Categories: HUDSON FL

14100 FIVAY RD STE 140 5.1 miles

14100 FIVAY RD STE 140
HUDSON, FL 34667
Categories: HUDSON FL

13944 LAKESHORE BLVD STE D 5.2 miles

13944 LAKESHORE BLVD STE D
HUDSON, FL 34667
Categories: HUDSON FL

170 MARINER BLVD., UNIT 7-A 7.1 miles

170 MARINER BLVD., UNIT 7-A
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

7459 State Road 52, 7.1 miles

7459 State Road 52,
Hudson, FL 34667
Categories: Hudson FL

10441 QUALITY DR STE 105 7.4 miles

10441 QUALITY DR STE 105
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

11528 US HIGHWAY 19 7.7 miles

11528 US HIGHWAY 19
PORT RICHEY, FL 34668
Categories: PORT RICHEY FL

11123 COUNTY LINE RD 7.8 miles

11123 COUNTY LINE RD
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

40 Seven Hills Dr, 7.8 miles

40 Seven Hills Dr,
Spring Hill, FL 34609
Categories: Spring Hill FL

3037 LANDOVER BLVD 8.0 miles

3037 LANDOVER BLVD
SPRING HILL, FL 34608
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

3041 Landover Blvd., 8.1 miles

3041 Landover Blvd.,
Spring Hill, FL 34608
Categories: Spring Hill FL

4112 MARINER BLVD 8.4 miles

4112 MARINER BLVD
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

7007 Nightwalker Rd, 9.5 miles

7007 Nightwalker Rd,
Brooksville, FL 34613
Categories: Brooksville FL

9328 US HIGHWAY 19 10.0 miles

9328 US HIGHWAY 19
PORT RICHEY, FL 34668
Categories: PORT RICHEY FL

12120 CORTEZ BLVD 10.4 miles

12120 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34613
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

12220 CORTEZ BLVD 10.5 miles

12220 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34613
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

12114 CORTEZ BLVD #205 11.0 miles

12114 CORTEZ BLVD #205
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34613
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

5400 SCHOOL RD 14.0 miles

5400 SCHOOL RD
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

5124 US HIGHWAY 19 14.3 miles

5124 US HIGHWAY 19
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

4741 US Highway 19, 14.7 miles

4741 US Highway 19,
New Port Richey, FL 34652
Categories: New Port Richey FL

10730 STATE ROAD 54 15.0 miles

10730 STATE ROAD 54
TRINITY, FL 34655
Categories: TRINITY FL

17240 CORTEZ BLVD 15.5 miles

17240 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34601
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

8745 STATE ROAD 54 15.5 miles

8745 STATE ROAD 54
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34655
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

2404 US HIGHWAY 19 17.1 miles

2404 US HIGHWAY 19
HOLIDAY, FL 34691
Categories: HOLIDAY FL

20205 CORTEZ BLVD 17.8 miles

20205 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34601
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

638 E TARPON AVE 20.4 miles

638 E TARPON AVE
TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689
Categories: TARPON SPRINGS FL

1081 S Pinellas Ave Suite E4 &, 20.6 miles

1081 S Pinellas Ave Suite E4 &,
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Categories: Tarpon Springs FL

22945 STATE ROAD 54 22.2 miles

22945 STATE ROAD 54
LUTZ, FL 33549
Categories: LUTZ FL

5504 GATEWAY BLVD 23.0 miles

5504 GATEWAY BLVD
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
Categories: WESLEY CHAPEL FL

24420 STATE ROAD 54 23.1 miles

24420 STATE ROAD 54
LUTZ, FL 33559
Categories: LUTZ FL

26827 Foggy Creek Rd, Bldg. 6 Suite 102 24.4 miles

26827 Foggy Creek Rd, Bldg. 6 Suite 102
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Categories: Wesley Chapel FL

27421 STATE ROAD 54 24.5 miles

27421 STATE ROAD 54
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
Categories: WESLEY CHAPEL FL

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Aripeka, FL and the surrounding areas, Accredited Drug Testing also has testing centers located in most cities throughout the State of . Call us today to find the closest testing center near you.

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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: Aripeka, Florida

Aripeka is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in the U.S. state of Florida, along coast of the Gulf of Mexico at the border dividing Pasco and Hernando counties. The ZIP Code for the community is 34679. As of the 2010 census the population was 308.

Aripeka is located at 28°25?56?N 82°39?51?W? / ?28.43222°N 82.66417°W? / 28.43222; -82.66417 on both sides of Hammock Creek, a small tidal inlet to the Gulf of Mexico. Similar in geophysical structure to Hernando Beach, Bayport, and Pine Island, Florida, Aripeka is surrounded by marshland, mostly within Hernando County. The Pasco-Hernando county line is located at the South Hammock Creek Bridge.

The community of Gulf Key was settled in this area in 1873 and a post office by that name was established in 1883. The post office was known briefly as, "Argo". It was replaced by the Aripeka post office in 1895. Aripeka is named for an early nineteenth-century Seminole chief, who is thought to have lived nearby. The town was divided when Pasco County separated from Hernando County in 1887. The post office, which was originally in Hernando County, moved across the Pasco County line in 1921. According to the historical marker in the town, Babe Ruth visited Aripeka to fish. On June 3, 1993, the Pasco County Historic Preservation Committee dedicated the town a State Historic Site.

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Population (total):

Population (male): 113

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Aripeka: 86.8 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.2%

Poverty (breakdown):

Elevation: 6 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $51,347
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $28,002
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $161,500 Aripeka:$161,500FL:$214,000

Races:
      White alone - 271 - 88.0%
      Two or more races - 17 - 5.5%
      Hispanic - 16 - 5.2%
      Asian alone - 2 - 0.6%
      Black alone - 1 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 1 - 0.3%

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