Lightstreet, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 1,093.

Population (male): 549

Population (female): 544

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Lightstreet: 85.1 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 11.5%

Poverty (breakdown):

Elevation:

Land Area: 0.80 square miles.

Zip Codes: 17815

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $44,567 (it was $29,375 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $29,533 (it was $19,071 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $97,244 (it was $55,000 in 2000) Lightstreet:$97,244PA:$181,200

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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, Lightstreet, PA

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Lightstreet, PA 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 Lightstreet, PA 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 Lightstreet, PA Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

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

1103 OLD BERWICK RD 2.4 miles

1103 OLD BERWICK RD
BLOOMSBURG, PA 17815
Categories: BLOOMSBURG PA

549 FAIR ST 2.4 miles

549 FAIR ST
BLOOMSBURG, PA 17815
Categories: BLOOMSBURG PA

410 GLENN AVE ste 2 2.5 miles

410 GLENN AVE ste 2
BLOOMSBURG, PA 17815
Categories: BLOOMSBURG PA

6 BUCKHORN RD 4.1 miles

6 BUCKHORN RD
BLOOMSBURG, PA 17815
Categories: BLOOMSBURG PA

530 Montour Blvd 6.1 miles

530 Montour Blvd
Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Categories: Bloomsburg PA

301 W 3RD ST 9.7 miles

301 W 3RD ST
BERWICK, PA 18603
Categories: BERWICK PA

701 E 16TH ST 10.3 miles

701 E 16TH ST
BERWICK, PA 18603
Categories: BERWICK PA

4200 HOSPITAL RD 17.7 miles

4200 HOSPITAL RD
COAL TOWNSHIP, PA 17866
Categories: COAL TOWNSHIP PA

521 N FRANKLIN ST 18.2 miles

521 N FRANKLIN ST
SHAMOKIN, PA 17872
Categories: SHAMOKIN PA

21 W INDEPENDENCE ST 18.3 miles

21 W INDEPENDENCE ST
SHAMOKIN, PA 17872
Categories: SHAMOKIN PA

323 TREVORTON RD 20.6 miles

323 TREVORTON RD
SHAMOKIN, PA 17872
Categories: SHAMOKIN PA

1000 ALLIANCE DR 21.3 miles

1000 ALLIANCE DR
HAZLETON, PA 18202
Categories: HAZLETON PA

50 MOISEY DR STE 208 21.6 miles

50 MOISEY DR STE 208
HAZLE TOWNSHIP, PA 18202
Categories: HAZLE TOWNSHIP PA

215 E WATER ST 21.9 miles

215 E WATER ST
MUNCY, PA 17756
Categories: MUNCY PA

350 N 11TH ST 22.1 miles

350 N 11TH ST
SUNBURY, PA 17801
Categories: SUNBURY PA

330 N 12TH ST 22.1 miles

330 N 12TH ST
SUNBURY, PA 17801
Categories: SUNBURY PA

870 Gordon Nagle Trail Ste 101 22.2 miles

870 Gordon Nagle Trail Ste 101
Pottsville, PA 17801
Categories: Pottsville PA

249 N 11TH ST 22.2 miles

249 N 11TH ST
SUNBURY, PA 17801
Categories: SUNBURY PA

130 S FRONT ST 22.6 miles

130 S FRONT ST
MILTON, PA 17847
Categories: MILTON PA

1324 N CHURCH ST STE 2 23.4 miles

1324 N CHURCH ST STE 2
HAZLE TOWNSHIP, PA 18202
Categories: HAZLE TOWNSHIP PA

1097B N CHURCH ST 23.6 miles

1097B N CHURCH ST
HAZLETON, PA 18202
Categories: HAZLETON PA

101 S CHURCH ST 23.9 miles

101 S CHURCH ST
HAZLETON, PA 18201
Categories: HAZLETON PA

20 N Laurel St, 24.0 miles

20 N Laurel St,
Hazleton, PA 18201
Categories: Hazleton PA

271 N CEDAR ST 24.3 miles

271 N CEDAR ST
HAZLETON, PA 18201
Categories: HAZLETON PA

21 KRISTI RD STE 38 24.6 miles

21 KRISTI RD STE 38
PENNSDALE, PA 17756
Categories: PENNSDALE PA

700 E BROAD ST 24.7 miles

700 E BROAD ST
HAZLETON, PA 18201
Categories: HAZLETON PA

130 BUFFALO RD STE 104 24.9 miles

130 BUFFALO RD STE 104
LEWISBURG, PA 17837
Categories: LEWISBURG 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: Lightstreet, Pennsylvania

Lightstreet is a census-designated place (CDP) in Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 1,093 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Bloomsburg–Berwick Micropolitan Statistical Area. The CDP is named after a street in Baltimore.

Lightstreet was originally called "Williamsburg". The community was laid out in 1817 by Phillip Seidle. By 1821, the community had six residents. One gristmill was built in Lightstreet in 1823. It was rebuilt in 1868 by Peter Ent. Samuel L. Bettle built another gristmill south of the first mill in 1825. A post office was built in the vicinity of the northern gristmill by Matthew McDowell. Both of the gristmills were run by Fishing Creek's water power. There were also once two iron furnaces in Lightstreet. One of the furnaces was built in 1845. The community was also once home to two distilleries and a tannery.

Lightstreet's name was changed to what it is now in 1844 by Marmaduke Pearce. Lightstreet is now currently home to the Lightstreet little league baseball academy which is ranked as one of the top teams in Pennsylvania on a year to year basis. The Lightstreet baseball teams are the top feeder program to the Central Columbia High School Varsity squad.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 1,093.

Population (male): 549

Population (female): 544

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Lightstreet: 85.1 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 11.5%

Poverty (breakdown):

Elevation:

Land Area: 0.80 square miles.

Zip Codes: 17815

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $44,567 (it was $29,375 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $29,533 (it was $19,071 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $97,244 (it was $55,000 in 2000) Lightstreet:$97,244PA:$181,200

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