Fall River, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 89,420 (99% urban, 1% rural). >Population change since 2000: -2.7%

Population (female): 47,399

Median Age: 40.4 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 19.1%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Massachusetts and other state lists, there were 149 registered sex offenders living in Fall River, Massachusetts as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Fall River is 597 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: Portuguese (48.4%), French (5.4%), Irish (3.8%), French Canadian (3.6%), Brazilian (2.5%), American (2.2%).

Elevation: 200 feet

Races:
      White alone - 74,107 - 83.4%
      Hispanic - 6,562 - 7.4%
      Black alone - 3,016 - 3.4%
      Asian alone - 2,249 - 2.5%
      Two or more races - 1,963 - 2.2%
      Other race alone - 787 - 0.9%
      American Indian alone - 163 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 10 - 0.01%

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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, Fall River, MA

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Fall River, MA 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 Fall River, MA 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 Fall River, MA Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Fall River, MA 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 Fall River, MA 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

427 PLYMOUTH AVE 0.5 miles

427 PLYMOUTH AVE
FALL RIVER, MA 2721
Categories: FALL RIVER MA

429 PLYMOUTH AVE 0.5 miles

429 PLYMOUTH AVE
FALL RIVER, MA 2721
Categories: FALL RIVER MA

534 PROSPECT ST 0.7 miles

534 PROSPECT ST
FALL RIVER, MA 2720
Categories: FALL RIVER MA

101 President Ave, 1st Floor, 1.0 miles

101 President Ave, 1st Floor,
Fall River, MA 2720
Categories: Fall River MA

528 NEWTON ST 2.0 miles

528 NEWTON ST
FALL RIVER, MA 2721
Categories: FALL RIVER MA

1010 G A R HWY 5.0 miles

1010 G A R HWY
SWANSEA, MA 2777
Categories: SWANSEA MA

1589 FALL RIVER AVE 9.9 miles

1589 FALL RIVER AVE
SEEKONK, MA 2771
Categories: SEEKONK MA

49 State Rd, Suite 202 10.8 miles

49 State Rd, Suite 202
North Dartmouth, MA 2747
Categories: North Dartmouth MA

606 TARKILN HILL RD 11.0 miles

606 TARKILN HILL RD
NEW BEDFORD, MA 2745
Categories: NEW BEDFORD MA

140 NAUSET ST 11.3 miles

140 NAUSET ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 2746
Categories: NEW BEDFORD MA

48 PAULINE ST 11.5 miles

48 PAULINE ST
NORTH DARTMOUTH, MA 2747
Categories: NORTH DARTMOUTH MA

101 PAGE ST 12.4 miles

101 PAGE ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 2740
Categories: NEW BEDFORD MA

119 Coggeshall Street 12.4 miles

119 Coggeshall Street
New Bedford, MA 2746
Categories: New Bedford MA

1155 PURCHASE ST 12.5 miles

1155 PURCHASE ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 2740
Categories: NEW BEDFORD MA

1970 PAWTUCKET AVE 13.3 miles

1970 PAWTUCKET AVE
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI 2914
Categories: EAST PROVIDENCE RI

1131 WARWICK AVE 13.3 miles

1131 WARWICK AVE
WARWICK, RI 2888
Categories: WARWICK RI

210 WASHINGTON ST 14.3 miles

210 WASHINGTON ST
FAIRHAVEN, MA 2719
Categories: FAIRHAVEN MA

67 VALLEY RD 14.5 miles

67 VALLEY RD
MIDDLETOWN, RI 2842
Categories: MIDDLETOWN RI

850 AQUIDNECK AVE UNIT A9 14.7 miles

850 AQUIDNECK AVE UNIT A9
MIDDLETOWN, RI 2842
Categories: MIDDLETOWN RI

110 JEFFERSON BLVD STE E2 14.8 miles

110 JEFFERSON BLVD STE E2
WARWICK, RI 2888
Categories: WARWICK RI

51 JEFFERSON BLVD STE 5 14.8 miles

51 JEFFERSON BLVD STE 5
WARWICK, RI 2888
Categories: WARWICK RI

132A GEORGE M COHAN BLVD 14.9 miles

132A GEORGE M COHAN BLVD
PROVIDENCE, RI 2903
Categories: PROVIDENCE RI

756 EDDY ST SUITE 101 14.9 miles

756 EDDY ST SUITE 101
PROVIDENCE, RI 2903
Categories: PROVIDENCE RI

21 PEACE ST 15.6 miles

21 PEACE ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 2907
Categories: PROVIDENCE RI

1400 PONTIAC AVE 15.8 miles

1400 PONTIAC AVE
CRANSTON, RI 2920
Categories: CRANSTON RI

95 SOCKANOSSET CROSS RD ste 103 16.0 miles

95 SOCKANOSSET CROSS RD ste 103
CRANSTON, RI 2920
Categories: CRANSTON RI

1 Randall Sq, 16.1 miles

1 Randall Sq,
Providence, RI 2904
Categories: Providence RI

100 HIGHLAND AVE, STE 302 16.3 miles

100 HIGHLAND AVE, STE 302
PROVIDENCE, RI 2906
Categories: PROVIDENCE RI

209 ARMISTICE BLVD 16.5 miles

209 ARMISTICE BLVD
PAWTUCKET, RI 2860
Categories: PAWTUCKET RI

455 TOLL GATE RD 16.6 miles

455 TOLL GATE RD
WARWICK, RI 2886
Categories: WARWICK RI

535 CENTERVILLE RD STE 102 16.7 miles

535 CENTERVILLE RD STE 102
WARWICK, RI 2886
Categories: WARWICK RI

5750 POST RD 16.8 miles

5750 POST RD
EAST GREENWICH, RI 2818
Categories: EAST GREENWICH RI

1312 OAKLAWN AVE 16.8 miles

1312 OAKLAWN AVE
CRANSTON, RI 2920
Categories: CRANSTON RI

290 BRANCH AVE 16.8 miles

290 BRANCH AVE
PROVIDENCE, RI 2904
Categories: PROVIDENCE RI

400 BALD HILL RD 16.9 miles

400 BALD HILL RD
WARWICK, RI 2886
Categories: WARWICK RI

7260 POST RD 17.0 miles

7260 POST RD
NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI 2852
Categories: NORTH KINGSTOWN RI

620 MYLES STANDISH BLVD 17.0 miles

620 MYLES STANDISH BLVD
TAUNTON, MA 2780
Categories: TAUNTON MA

495 ATWOOD AVE 17.4 miles

495 ATWOOD AVE
CRANSTON, RI 2920
Categories: CRANSTON RI

34 S MAIN ST PO BOX 600 17.5 miles

34 S MAIN ST PO BOX 600
ATTLEBORO, MA 2703
Categories: ATTLEBORO MA

211 PARK ST 17.7 miles

211 PARK ST
ATTLEBORO, MA 2703
Categories: ATTLEBORO MA

1000 DIVISION RD 17.8 miles

1000 DIVISION RD
EAST GREENWICH, RI 2818
Categories: EAST GREENWICH RI

3461 S COUNTY TRL 18.8 miles

3461 S COUNTY TRL
EAST GREENWICH, RI 2818
Categories: EAST GREENWICH RI

20 DEANVILLE RD 18.9 miles

20 DEANVILLE RD
Attleboro, MA 2703
Categories: Attleboro MA

200 HIGH SERVICE AVE 19.0 miles

200 HIGH SERVICE AVE
NORTH PROVIDENCE, RI 2904
Categories: NORTH PROVIDENCE RI

1800 MINERAL SPRING AVE STE 265 19.1 miles

1800 MINERAL SPRING AVE STE 265
NORTH PROVIDENCE, RI 2904
Categories: NORTH PROVIDENCE RI

1051 TEN ROD RD 19.3 miles

1051 TEN ROD RD
NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI 2852
Categories: NORTH KINGSTOWN RI

1526 ATWOOD AVE STE 100 19.8 miles

1526 ATWOOD AVE STE 100
JOHNSTON, RI 2919
Categories: JOHNSTON RI

426 MOUNT HOPE ST UNIT 501 20.4 miles

426 MOUNT HOPE ST UNIT 501
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 20.9 miles

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

55 N WASHINGTON ST 20.9 miles

55 N WASHINGTON ST
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

71 SANDY BOTTOM RD STE A 21.0 miles

71 SANDY BOTTOM RD STE A
COVENTRY, RI 2816
Categories: COVENTRY RI

160 BUNGAY RD 21.1 miles

160 BUNGAY RD
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

32 LAURELWOOD DR 21.1 miles

32 LAURELWOOD DR
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

425 FRONT ST 21.2 miles

425 FRONT ST
LINCOLN, RI 2865
Categories: LINCOLN RI

895 MOUNT HOPE ST 21.6 miles

895 MOUNT HOPE ST
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

65 MUNROE DR 22.0 miles

65 MUNROE DR
N ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: N ATTLEBORO MA

6 BLACKSTONE VALLEY PL 22.4 miles

6 BLACKSTONE VALLEY PL
LINCOLN, RI 2865
Categories: LINCOLN RI

682 DEPOT ST 22.5 miles

682 DEPOT ST
NORTH EASTON, MA 2356
Categories: NORTH EASTON MA

43 HIGH ST 23.0 miles

43 HIGH ST
WAREHAM, MA 2571
Categories: WAREHAM MA

2 WAKE ROBIN RD UNIT 106 23.0 miles

2 WAKE ROBIN RD UNIT 106
LINCOLN, RI 2865
Categories: LINCOLN RI

106 Main Street, Suite 4 23.1 miles

106 Main Street, Suite 4
Wareham, MA 2571
Categories: Wareham MA

10 Commercial St, 24.7 miles

10 Commercial St,
Foxboro, MA 2035
Categories: Foxboro MA

730 Kingstown Road, 24.8 miles

730 Kingstown Road,
Wakefield, RI 2879
Categories: Wakefield RI

360 KINGSTOWN RD STE 104 24.9 miles

360 KINGSTOWN RD STE 104
NARRAGANSETT, RI 2882
Categories: NARRAGANSETT RI

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Fall River, MA 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: Fall River, Massachusetts

Fall River is a city in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. The City of Fall River is located approximately 53 miles (85 km) south of Boston, 17 miles (27 km) southeast of Providence, Rhode Island, 20 miles (32 km) south of Taunton, 12 miles (19 km) west of New Bedford, 20 miles (32 km) north of Newport, Rhode Island, and 200 miles (320 km) northeast of New York City. The City of Fall River's population was 87,103 at the 2010 census, making it the tenth-largest city in the state.

Located along the eastern shore of Mount Hope Bay at the mouth of the Taunton River, the city became famous during the 19th century as the leading textile manufacturing center in the United States. While the textile industry has long since moved on, its impact on the city's culture and landscape remains to this day. Fall River's official motto is "We'll Try", dating back to the aftermath of the Great Fire of 1843. It is also nicknamed "the Scholarship City" because Dr. Irving Fradkin founded Dollars for Scholars here in 1958. In 2017, Mayor Correia introduced the "Make It Here" slogan as part of a citywide rebranding effort.

Fall River is known for the Lizzie Borden case, Portuguese culture, its numerous 19th-century textile mills and Battleship Cove, the world's largest collection of World War II naval vessels and the home of the USS Massachusetts (BB-59). Fall River is also the only city in the United States to have its city hall located over an interstate highway.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 89,420 (99% urban, 1% rural). >Population change since 2000: -2.7%

Population (female): 47,399

Median Age: 40.4 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 19.1%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Massachusetts and other state lists, there were 149 registered sex offenders living in Fall River, Massachusetts as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Fall River is 597 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: Portuguese (48.4%), French (5.4%), Irish (3.8%), French Canadian (3.6%), Brazilian (2.5%), American (2.2%).

Elevation: 200 feet

Races:
      White alone - 74,107 - 83.4%
      Hispanic - 6,562 - 7.4%
      Black alone - 3,016 - 3.4%
      Asian alone - 2,249 - 2.5%
      Two or more races - 1,963 - 2.2%
      Other race alone - 787 - 0.9%
      American Indian alone - 163 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 10 - 0.01%

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