Halfway, MD Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 5,041

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Halfway: 135.5 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (5.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 8.2% for Black residents, 22.7% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 3.4% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (32.4%), American (13.6%), English (8.7%), Italian (4.6%), European (4.3%), Irish (4.3%).

Elevation: 580 feet

Zip Codes: 21740

Races:
      White alone - 9,514 - 88.9%
      Black alone - 386 - 3.6%
      Hispanic - 349 - 3.3%
      Two or more races - 229 - 2.1%
      Asian alone - 190 - 1.8%
      American Indian alone - 18 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 14 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 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, Halfway, MD

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Halfway, MD 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 Halfway, MD 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 Halfway, MD Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Halfway, MD 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 Halfway, MD 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

10715 DOWNSVILLE PIKE 0.9 miles

10715 DOWNSVILLE PIKE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740
Categories: HAGERSTOWN MD

1075 SHERMAN AVE STE E 1.1 miles

1075 SHERMAN AVE STE E
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740
Categories: HAGERSTOWN MD

332 MILL ST 2.3 miles

332 MILL ST
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740
Categories: HAGERSTOWN MD

338 MILL ST 2.3 miles

338 MILL ST
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740
Categories: HAGERSTOWN MD

1741 DUAL HWY STE A 3.6 miles

1741 DUAL HWY STE A
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740
Categories: HAGERSTOWN MD

1826 DUAL HWY 3.7 miles

1826 DUAL HWY
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740
Categories: HAGERSTOWN MD

11110 MEDICAL CAMPUS RD STE 145 4.3 miles

11110 MEDICAL CAMPUS RD STE 145
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742
Categories: HAGERSTOWN MD

307 E POTOMAC ST RT 11 4.4 miles

307 E POTOMAC ST RT 11
WILLIAMSPORT, MD 21795
Categories: WILLIAMSPORT MD

19426 LEITERSBURG PIKE 4.5 miles

19426 LEITERSBURG PIKE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742
Categories: HAGERSTOWN MD

13424 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 103 4.8 miles

13424 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 103
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742
Categories: HAGERSTOWN MD

ON-SITE ONLY 7.7 miles

ON-SITE ONLY
Boonsboro, MD 21713
Categories: Boonsboro MD

50 EASTERN AVE STE 145 11.6 miles

50 EASTERN AVE STE 145
GREENCASTLE, PA 17225
Categories: GREENCASTLE PA

319 B LUTZ AVE 11.8 miles

319 B LUTZ AVE
MARTINSBURG, WV 25404
Categories: MARTINSBURG WV

501 E MAIN ST 13.4 miles

501 E MAIN ST
WAYNESBORO, PA 17268
Categories: WAYNESBORO PA

626 E Main St, 13.5 miles

626 E Main St,
Waynesboro, PA 17268
Categories: Waynesboro PA

2105 E MAIN ST 13.7 miles

2105 E MAIN ST
WAYNESBORO, PA 17268
Categories: WAYNESBORO PA

97 ADMINISTRATIVE DR 14.3 miles

97 ADMINISTRATIVE DR
MARTINSBURG, WV 25404
Categories: MARTINSBURG WV

1355 EDWIN MILLER BLVD STE A 14.4 miles

1355 EDWIN MILLER BLVD STE A
MARTINSBURG, WV 25404
Categories: MARTINSBURG WV

315 Rock Cliff Dr, 15.2 miles

315 Rock Cliff Dr,
Martinsburg, WV 25401
Categories: Martinsburg WV

651 FOXCROFT AVE 16.3 miles

651 FOXCROFT AVE
MARTINSBURG, WV 25401
Categories: MARTINSBURG WV

83 RETAIL COMMONS PKWY 16.8 miles

83 RETAIL COMMONS PKWY
MARTINSBURG, WV 25403
Categories: MARTINSBURG WV

1610 ORCHARD DR 20.8 miles

1610 ORCHARD DR
CHAMBERSBURG, PA 17201
Categories: CHAMBERSBURG PA

1048 LINCOLN WAY E STE 101 22.3 miles

1048 LINCOLN WAY E STE 101
CHAMBERSBURG, PA 17201
Categories: CHAMBERSBURG PA

144 S 8th St, 22.3 miles

144 S 8th St,
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Categories: Chambersburg PA

141 THOMAS JOHNSON DR STE 100 22.3 miles

141 THOMAS JOHNSON DR STE 100
FREDERICK, MD 21702
Categories: FREDERICK MD

112 N 7TH ST 22.5 miles

112 N 7TH ST
CHAMBERSBURG, PA 17201
Categories: CHAMBERSBURG PA

1560 Opossumtown Pike Ste A-22, 22.5 miles

1560 Opossumtown Pike Ste A-22,
Frederick, MD 21702
Categories: Frederick MD

84 SOMERSET BLVD 22.7 miles

84 SOMERSET BLVD
CHARLES TOWN, WV 25414
Categories: CHARLES TOWN WV

915 Toll House Ave Ste 203, 22.7 miles

915 Toll House Ave Ste 203,
Frederick, MD 21701
Categories: Frederick MD

400 W 7TH ST 22.9 miles

400 W 7TH ST
FREDERICK, MD 21701
Categories: FREDERICK MD

490 PROSPECT BLVD STE L 23.0 miles

490 PROSPECT BLVD STE L
FREDERICK, MD 21701
Categories: FREDERICK MD

300 S PRESTON ST 23.0 miles

300 S PRESTON ST
RANSON, WV 25438
Categories: RANSON WV

300 PRESTON ST 23.3 miles

300 PRESTON ST
CHARLES TOWN, WV 25414
Categories: CHARLES TOWN WV

601 NORLAND AVE STE 201 23.5 miles

601 NORLAND AVE STE 201
CHAMBERSBURG, PA 17201
Categories: CHAMBERSBURG PA

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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: Halfway, Maryland

Halfway is a census-designated place (CDP) in Washington County, Maryland, United States. The population was 10,065 at the 2000 census. It is named for being halfway between Hagerstown and Williamsport. As a major suburb of Hagerstown, Maryland, Halfway is part of the Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV, Metropolitan Statistical Area.

As of the census of 2000, there were 10,065 people, 4,275 households, and 2,851 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 2,147.6 people per square mile (828.6/km²). There were 4,424 housing units at an average density of 944.0/sq mi (364.2/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 95.47% White, 2.13% African American, 0.09% Native American, 0.97% Asian, 0.12% Pacific Islander, 0.24% from other races, and 0.98% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.09% of the population.

There were 4,275 households out of which 26.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.2% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 29.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.85.

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Population (male): 5,041

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Halfway: 135.5 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (5.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 8.2% for Black residents, 22.7% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 3.4% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (32.4%), American (13.6%), English (8.7%), Italian (4.6%), European (4.3%), Irish (4.3%).

Elevation: 580 feet

Zip Codes: 21740

Races:
      White alone - 9,514 - 88.9%
      Black alone - 386 - 3.6%
      Hispanic - 349 - 3.3%
      Two or more races - 229 - 2.1%
      Asian alone - 190 - 1.8%
      American Indian alone - 18 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 14 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.01%

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