Escatawpa, MS Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 3,722.

Population (male): 1,697

Population (female): 2,025

Median Age: 44.4 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $531.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Escatawpa: 83.8 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (21.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 27.0% for Black residents, 66.7% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 15 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $50,732 (it was $41,101 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $24,647 (it was $16,850 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $116,397 (it was $59,100 in 2000) Escatawpa:$116,397MS:$120,200

Races:
      White alone - 2,764 - 74.3%
      Black alone - 806 - 21.7%
      Hispanic - 98 - 2.6%
      Two or more races - 23 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 20 - 0.5%
      Asian alone - 10 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.03%

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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, Escatawpa, MS

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Escatawpa, MS 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 Escatawpa, MS 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 Escatawpa, MS Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Escatawpa, MS 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 Escatawpa, MS 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

5907 HIGHWAY 90 4.1 miles

5907 HIGHWAY 90
MOSS POINT, MS 39563
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4305 DENNY AVE 4.4 miles

4305 DENNY AVE
PASCAGOULA, MS 39581
Categories: PASCAGOULA MS

4211 HOSPITAL ST STE 106 4.5 miles

4211 HOSPITAL ST STE 106
PASCAGOULA, MS 39581
Categories: PASCAGOULA MS

2809 DENNY AVE 4.5 miles

2809 DENNY AVE
PASCAGOULA, MS 39581
Categories: PASCAGOULA MS

5912 OLD MOBILE AVE STE 1 4.7 miles

5912 OLD MOBILE AVE STE 1
PASCAGOULA, MS 39581
Categories: PASCAGOULA MS

3613 HOSPITAL ST STE D 4.9 miles

3613 HOSPITAL ST STE D
PASCAGOULA, MS 39581
Categories: PASCAGOULA MS

3300 LADNIER RD 7.1 miles

3300 LADNIER RD
GAUTIER, MS 39553
Categories: GAUTIER MS

22 DOCTORS DR STE C 13.6 miles

22 DOCTORS DR STE C
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS 39564
Categories: OCEAN SPRINGS MS

3091 BIENVILLE BLVD 14.6 miles

3091 BIENVILLE BLVD
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS 39564
Categories: OCEAN SPRINGS MS

3099 Bienville Blvd 14.7 miles

3099 Bienville Blvd
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Categories: Ocean Springs MS

6819 WASHINGTON AVE STE F 17.4 miles

6819 WASHINGTON AVE STE F
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS 39564
Categories: OCEAN SPRINGS MS

111 LAMEUSE ST STE 106 20.7 miles

111 LAMEUSE ST STE 106
BILOXI, MS 39530
Categories: BILOXI MS

150 Reynoir St 2nd Floor 20.9 miles

150 Reynoir St 2nd Floor
Biloxi, MS 39530
Categories: Biloxi MS

3680 SANGANI BLVD STE H2 21.1 miles

3680 SANGANI BLVD STE H2
DIBERVILLE, MS 39540
Categories: DIBERVILLE MS

1025 Division St Ste B2 21.4 miles

1025 Division St Ste B2
Biloxi, MS 39530
Categories: Biloxi MS

8833 COTTAGE HILL RD 22.2 miles

8833 COTTAGE HILL RD
MOBILE, AL 36695
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5100 RANGELINE SERVICE RD N 23.3 miles

5100 RANGELINE SERVICE RD N
MOBILE, AL 36619
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5235 RANGLINE SERVICE RD STE 101 23.3 miles

5235 RANGLINE SERVICE RD STE 101
MOBILE, AL 36619
Categories: MOBILE AL

1759 MEDICAL PARK DR 23.5 miles

1759 MEDICAL PARK DR
BILOXI, MS 39532
Categories: BILOXI MS

535 SCHILLINGER RD SOUTH SUITE A 24.3 miles

535 SCHILLINGER RD SOUTH SUITE A
MOBILE, AL 36695
Categories: MOBILE AL

5560 NEVIUS RD 24.7 miles

5560 NEVIUS RD
MOBILE, AL 36619
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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: Escatawpa, Mississippi

Escatawpa is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Jackson County, Mississippi, United States. It is part of the Pascagoula Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 3,722 at the 2010 census.

Small clusters of people have inhabited the area now known as Escatawpa since well before the Civil War. At various points in its history, the town has been known as "Dog River", "Dutch Bayou", and "Tugas". The name "Escatawpa" comes from the Choctaw Indian name for the area, Oestcatawpa, which literally translates to "trim cane", with the word uska meaning "cane" and tapa meaning "cut" in Choctaw. In the early 19th century, settlers adopted the native name and eventually changed the spelling to its current form. The name "Escatawpa" is believed to have become official when Henry Ehlers opened the Escatawpa post office in 1855. In 1990, the original center of Escatawpa was annexed into the city of Moss Point, located just to the south. The adjoining unincorporated area north of Moss Point is the current Escatawpa census-designated place.

The Escatawpa CDP is in eastern Jackson County on the east side of the Pascagoula River. It is bordered to the south by the city of Moss Point. The original community of Escatawpa, now a neighborhood in Moss Point, was centered just north of present-day Interstate 10. The current CDP is 5 miles (8 km) north of the center of Moss Point and 9 miles (14 km) north of Pascagoula, the Jackson county seat. Mississippi Highway 613 is the main road through the center of Escatawpa, and four-lane Mississippi Highway 63 forms the eastern edge of the community.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 3,722.

Population (male): 1,697

Population (female): 2,025

Median Age: 44.4 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $531.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Escatawpa: 83.8 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (21.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 27.0% for Black residents, 66.7% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 15 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $50,732 (it was $41,101 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $24,647 (it was $16,850 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $116,397 (it was $59,100 in 2000) Escatawpa:$116,397MS:$120,200

Races:
      White alone - 2,764 - 74.3%
      Black alone - 806 - 21.7%
      Hispanic - 98 - 2.6%
      Two or more races - 23 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 20 - 0.5%
      Asian alone - 10 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.03%

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