Leicester, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 5,355

Median Age: 40.4 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Leicester: 133.8 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Massachusetts and other state lists, there were 3 registered sex offenders living in Leicester, Massachusetts as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Leicester is 3,657 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this ci

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (24.6%), French (20.7%), English (12.9%), Italian (11.2%), French Canadian (7.3%), Swedish (6.3%).

Elevation: 1009 feet

Land Area: 23.4 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $80,939 (it was $55,039 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $32,777 (it was $20,822 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $248,377 (it was $126,000 in 2000) Leicester:$248,377MA:$385,400

Races:
      White alone - 9,961 - 90.8%
      Hispanic - 414 - 3.8%
      Black alone - 213 - 1.9%
      Asian alone - 181 - 1.6%
      Two or more races - 141 - 1.3%
      American Indian alone - 31 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 23 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 6 - 0.05%

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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, Leicester, MA

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

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

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

3 PERRY PL 4.3 miles

3 PERRY PL
AUBURN, MA 1501
Categories: AUBURN MA

255 PARK AVE STE 400 4.8 miles

255 PARK AVE STE 400
WORCESTER, MA 1609
Categories: WORCESTER MA

35 MILLBURY ST 5.5 miles

35 MILLBURY ST
AUBURN, MA 1501
Categories: AUBURN MA

415 MAIN ST 5.6 miles

415 MAIN ST
WORCESTER, MA 1608
Categories: WORCESTER MA

100 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Lower Level 5.9 miles

100 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Lower Level
Worcester, MA 1608
Categories: Worcester MA

348 Greenwood Street 6.1 miles

348 Greenwood Street
Worcester, MA 1607
Categories: Worcester MA

141 MASSASOIT RD 7.0 miles

141 MASSASOIT RD
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

490 SHREWSBURY ST 7.3 miles

490 SHREWSBURY ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

500 Lincoln Street 7.5 miles

500 Lincoln Street
Worcester, MA 1605
Categories: Worcester MA

352 BELMONT ST 7.6 miles

352 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

630 PLANTATION ST 8.2 miles

630 PLANTATION ST
WORCESTER, MA 1605
Categories: WORCESTER MA

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202 12.7 miles

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202
Northborough, MA 1532
Categories: Northborough MA

32 OAKES AVE 1ST FL 13.4 miles

32 OAKES AVE 1ST FL
SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 1550
Categories: SOUTHBRIDGE MA

85 SOUTH ST 17.0 miles

85 SOUTH ST
WARE, MA 1082
Categories: WARE MA

42 BOSTON POST RD W 17.9 miles

42 BOSTON POST RD W
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

157 UNION ST 19.6 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

157 UNION ST 19.6 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBORO, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBORO MA

424 CENTRAL ST 20.0 miles

424 CENTRAL ST
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
Categories: LEOMINSTER MA

28 Newton St 20.1 miles

28 Newton St
Southboro, MA 1772
Categories: Southboro MA

5 WINTER ST 20.2 miles

5 WINTER ST
HUDSON, MA 1749
Categories: HUDSON MA

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A 20.3 miles

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A
Leominster, MA 1453
Categories: Leominster MA

115 WATER ST 2ND FL 20.7 miles

115 WATER ST 2ND FL
MILFORD, MA 1757
Categories: MILFORD MA

160 S MAIN ST 21.7 miles

160 S MAIN ST
MILFORD, MA 1757
Categories: MILFORD MA

60 HOSPITAL RD 21.7 miles

60 HOSPITAL RD
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
Categories: LEOMINSTER MA

330 POMFRET ST 23.3 miles

330 POMFRET ST
PUTNAM, CT 6260
Categories: PUTNAM CT

202 ELI DR PO BOX 584 23.7 miles

202 ELI DR PO BOX 584
GARDNER, MA 1440
Categories: GARDNER MA

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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: Leicester, Massachusetts

One of the early settlers in town was Dr. Samuel Green, who lived in a house at 2 Charlton St. in Greenville (which is now part of Rochdale, a village in Leicester). Dr. Green trained many other doctors in the early 1700s. This constituted the first medical school in Massachusetts. The Green family was involved in the creation of both Worcester's Green Hill Park and New York City's Central Park.

Although no significant battles of the American Revolution were fought in the area, Leicester citizens played a large role in the conflict's start. At a Committee of Safety meeting in 1774, Leicester's Colonel William Henshaw declared that "we must have companies of men ready to march upon a minute's notice"—coining the term "minutemen", a nickname for the militia members who fought in the revolution's first battles. Henshaw would later become an adjutant general to Artemas Ward, who was second in command to George Washington in the Continental Army.

Before the British troops marched to Lexington and Concord, looking for the ammunition and equipment held by the Americans, that ammunition and equipment was moved further West to four locations in the town of Leicester, including the house Dr. Green built at 2 Charlton Street. This information can be found in books held on reserve in the Leicester Public Library[citation needed]. When they heard that the British had attacked, Leicester's own Minutemen gathered on Leicester Common. They marched quickly to join with other Minutemen on April 19, 1775, to fight at the first conflict between Massachusetts residents and British troops, the Battles of Lexington and Concord. A few months later on June 17, 1775, a freed slave and Leicester resident named Peter Salem fought at the Battle of Bunker Hill, where he killed British Major John Pitcairn. Both men are memorialized in Leicester street names (Peter Salem Road, Pitcairn Avenue), as is Colonel Henshaw (Henshaw Street).

Show Regional Data

Population (male): 5,355

Median Age: 40.4 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Leicester: 133.8 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Massachusetts and other state lists, there were 3 registered sex offenders living in Leicester, Massachusetts as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Leicester is 3,657 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this ci

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (24.6%), French (20.7%), English (12.9%), Italian (11.2%), French Canadian (7.3%), Swedish (6.3%).

Elevation: 1009 feet

Land Area: 23.4 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $80,939 (it was $55,039 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $32,777 (it was $20,822 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $248,377 (it was $126,000 in 2000) Leicester:$248,377MA:$385,400

Races:
      White alone - 9,961 - 90.8%
      Hispanic - 414 - 3.8%
      Black alone - 213 - 1.9%
      Asian alone - 181 - 1.6%
      Two or more races - 141 - 1.3%
      American Indian alone - 31 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 23 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 6 - 0.05%

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