Sparta, MO Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Sparta: 76.8 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 20.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (19.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 36.7% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (21.8%), English (12.5%), Irish (9.3%), German (6.7%), Norwegian (4.2%), European (3.6%).

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $35,368 (it was $22,768 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $18,222 (it was $11,869 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $105,397 (it was $62,600 in 2000) Sparta:$105,397MO:$156,700

Races:
      White alone - 1,669 - 95.0%
      Hispanic - 46 - 2.6%
      Two or more races - 21 - 1.2%
      American Indian alone - 10 - 0.6%
      Asian alone - 5 - 0.3%
      Black alone - 4 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.06%

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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, Sparta, MO

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Sparta, MO 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 Sparta, MO 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 Sparta, MO Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

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

2850 N BIAGIO 8.6 miles

2850 N BIAGIO
OZARK, MO 65721
Categories: OZARK MO

103 N OLD WILDERNESS RD 12.7 miles

103 N OLD WILDERNESS RD
NIXA, MO 65714
Categories: NIXA MO

2021 E INDEPENDENCE ST 13.7 miles

2021 E INDEPENDENCE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

1921 E INDEPENDENCE ST 13.8 miles

1921 E INDEPENDENCE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

1310 E KINGSLEY ST STE A 14.3 miles

1310 E KINGSLEY ST STE A
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

3231 S NATIONAL AVE 15.2 miles

3231 S NATIONAL AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

4049 S CAMPBELL AVE 15.3 miles

4049 S CAMPBELL AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

2837 S FREMONT AVE 15.3 miles

2837 S FREMONT AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

228 East Primrose Street 15.3 miles

228 East Primrose Street
Springfield, MO 65807
Categories: Springfield MO

2055 S STEWART AVE STE E 15.7 miles

2055 S STEWART AVE STE E
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

3315 S CAMPBELL AVE 15.9 miles

3315 S CAMPBELL AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

1829 S KENTWOOD AVE STE 114 16.0 miles

1829 S KENTWOOD AVE STE 114
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

1736 E SUNSHINE ST STE 300 16.0 miles

1736 E SUNSHINE ST STE 300
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

2035 E BENNETT ST 16.2 miles

2035 E BENNETT ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

1235 E CHEROKEE ST 16.3 miles

1235 E CHEROKEE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

1923 S National Ave Ste A, 16.4 miles

1923 S National Ave Ste A,
Springfield, MO 65804
Categories: Springfield MO

3000 E DIVISION ST 17.6 miles

3000 E DIVISION ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65802
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

2237 E KEARNEY ST 19.0 miles

2237 E KEARNEY ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65803
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

2032 E KEARNEY ST STE 108 19.1 miles

2032 E KEARNEY ST STE 108
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65803
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

1423 N JEFFERSON AVE STE K500 19.2 miles

1423 N JEFFERSON AVE STE K500
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65802
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

1308 N GLENSTONE AVE 19.3 miles

1308 N GLENSTONE AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65802
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

306 E COMMERCIAL ST STE A 19.5 miles

306 E COMMERCIAL ST STE A
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65803
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

2032 E KEARNEY ST 109 22.6 miles

2032 E KEARNEY ST 109
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65803
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MO

1301 STATE HIGHWAY 5 22.7 miles

1301 STATE HIGHWAY 5
AVA, MO 65608
Categories: AVA MO

871 US HIGHWAY 60 E 22.8 miles

871 US HIGHWAY 60 E
REPUBLIC, MO 65738
Categories: REPUBLIC MO

916 NW 12TH AVE 23.1 miles

916 NW 12TH AVE
AVA, MO 65608
Categories: AVA MO

281 US HIGHWAY 60 W 23.2 miles

281 US HIGHWAY 60 W
REPUBLIC, MO 65738
Categories: REPUBLIC MO

120 SW 2nd Ave 23.5 miles

120 SW 2nd Ave
Ava, MO 65608
Categories: Ava MO

201 W MAIN ST 23.6 miles

201 W MAIN ST
CRANE, MO 65633
Categories: CRANE MO

487 POMME DE TERRE 24.2 miles

487 POMME DE TERRE
MARSHFIELD, MO 65706
Categories: MARSHFIELD MO

545 N BUSINESS US HIGHWAY 65 ste 100 24.7 miles

545 N BUSINESS US HIGHWAY 65 ste 100
BRANSON, MO 65616
Categories: BRANSON MO

800 State Highway 248, Ste 3ULC 24.8 miles

800 State Highway 248, Ste 3ULC
Branson, MO 65616
Categories: Branson MO

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Sparta, MO 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: Sparta

Sparta (Doric Greek: ??????, Spárt?; Attic Greek: ??????, Spárt?) was a prominent city-state in ancient Greece. In antiquity the city-state was known as Lacedaemon (??????????, Lakedaím?n), while the name Sparta referred to its main settlement on the banks of the Eurotas River in Laconia, in south-eastern Peloponnese. Around 650 BC, it rose to become the dominant military land-power in ancient Greece.

Given its military pre-eminence, Sparta was recognized as the leading force of the unified Greek military during the Greco-Persian Wars. Between 431 and 404 BC, Sparta was the principal enemy of Athens during the Peloponnesian War, from which it emerged victorious, though at a great cost of lives lost. Sparta's defeat by Thebes in the Battle of Leuctra in 371 BC ended Sparta's prominent role in Greece. However, it maintained its political independence until the Roman conquest of Greece in 146 BC. It then underwent a long period of decline, especially in the Middle Ages, when many Spartans moved to live in Mystras. Modern Sparta is the capital of the Greek regional unit of Laconia and a center for the processing of goods such as citrus and olives.

Sparta was unique in ancient Greece for its social system and constitution, which configured their entire society to maximize military proficiency at all costs, and completely focused on military training and excellence. Its inhabitants were classified as Spartiates (Spartan citizens, who enjoyed full rights), mothakes (non-Spartan free men raised as Spartans), perioikoi (free residents, literally "dwellers around"), and helots (state-owned serfs, enslaved non-Spartan local population). Spartiates underwent the rigorous agoge training and education regimen, and Spartan phalanges were widely considered to be among the best in battle. Spartan women enjoyed considerably more rights and equality to men than elsewhere in the classical antiquity.

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Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Sparta: 76.8 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 20.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (19.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 36.7% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (21.8%), English (12.5%), Irish (9.3%), German (6.7%), Norwegian (4.2%), European (3.6%).

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $35,368 (it was $22,768 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $18,222 (it was $11,869 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $105,397 (it was $62,600 in 2000) Sparta:$105,397MO:$156,700

Races:
      White alone - 1,669 - 95.0%
      Hispanic - 46 - 2.6%
      Two or more races - 21 - 1.2%
      American Indian alone - 10 - 0.6%
      Asian alone - 5 - 0.3%
      Black alone - 4 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.06%

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