Weirton, WV Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 8,901

Median Age: 47.7 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 16.6%

Elevation: 800 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $51,543 (it was $35,212 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $28,008 (it was $18,853 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $130,328 (it was $71,800 in 2000) Weirton:$130,328WV:$119,800

Races:
      White alone - 17,432 - 91.8%
      Black alone - 662 - 3.5%
      Two or more races - 464 - 2.4%
      Hispanic - 281 - 1.5%
      Asian alone - 52 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 9 - 0.05%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.02%

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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, Weirton, WV

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Weirton, WV 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 Weirton, WV 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 Weirton, WV Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

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

218 THREE SPRINGS DR 2.4 miles

218 THREE SPRINGS DR
WEIRTON, WV 26062
Categories: WEIRTON WV

601 COLLIERS WAY 3.6 miles

601 COLLIERS WAY
WEIRTON, WV 26062
Categories: WEIRTON WV

3203 JOHNSON RD 5.0 miles

3203 JOHNSON RD
STEUBENVILLE, OH 43952
Categories: STEUBENVILLE OH

4220 SUNSET BLVD 5.5 miles

4220 SUNSET BLVD
STEUBENVILLE, OH 43952
Categories: STEUBENVILLE OH

1417 MAIN ST 5.8 miles

1417 MAIN ST
FOLLANSBEE, WV 26037
Categories: FOLLANSBEE WV

500 LURAY DR 6.3 miles

500 LURAY DR
WINTERSVILLE, OH 43953
Categories: WINTERSVILLE OH

539 WARD DR 8.6 miles

539 WARD DR
WINTERSVILLE, OH 43953
Categories: WINTERSVILLE OH

332 W 6TH ST 14.0 miles

332 W 6TH ST
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH 43920
Categories: EAST LIVERPOOL OH

425 W 5TH ST 14.0 miles

425 W 5TH ST
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH 43920
Categories: EAST LIVERPOOL OH

16687 SAINT CLAIR AVE STE 203 15.9 miles

16687 SAINT CLAIR AVE STE 203
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH 43920
Categories: EAST LIVERPOOL OH

16844 SAINT CLAIR AVE 15.9 miles

16844 SAINT CLAIR AVE
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH 43920
Categories: EAST LIVERPOOL OH

16280 DRESDEN AVE 16.4 miles

16280 DRESDEN AVE
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH 43920
Categories: EAST LIVERPOOL OH

5000 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 19.3 miles

5000 INDUSTRIAL BLVD
ALIQUIPPA, PA 15001
Categories: ALIQUIPPA PA

103 W MAIN ST 19.3 miles

103 W MAIN ST
SALINEVILLE, OH 43945
Categories: SALINEVILLE OH

8702 UNIVERSITY BLVD 20.1 miles

8702 UNIVERSITY BLVD
MOON TOWNSHIP, PA 15108
Categories: MOON TOWNSHIP PA

993 BRODHEAD RD, STE 200 20.5 miles

993 BRODHEAD RD, STE 200
MOON TOWNSHIP, PA 15108
Categories: MOON TOWNSHIP PA

1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite G 20.8 miles

1600 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite G
Coraopolis, PA 15108
Categories: Coraopolis PA

1187 THORN RUN RD STE 120 20.9 miles

1187 THORN RUN RD STE 120
CORAOPOLIS, PA 15108
Categories: CORAOPOLIS PA

2000 CLIFFMINE RD STE 110 21.1 miles

2000 CLIFFMINE RD STE 110
PITTSBURGH, PA 15275
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

3401 BRODHEAD RD 21.4 miles

3401 BRODHEAD RD
ALIQUIPPA, PA 15001
Categories: ALIQUIPPA PA

ROUTE 18 22.3 miles

ROUTE 18
MONACA, PA 15061
Categories: MONACA PA

832 Merchant Street, 22.3 miles

832 Merchant Street,
Ambridge, PA 15003
Categories: Ambridge PA

301 OHIO RIVER BLVD, STE 306 22.5 miles

301 OHIO RIVER BLVD, STE 306
SEWICKLEY, PA 15143
Categories: SEWICKLEY PA

92 N 4TH ST STE 3 23.2 miles

92 N 4TH ST STE 3
MARTINS FERRY, OH 43935
Categories: MARTINS FERRY OH

90 N 4TH ST 23.2 miles

90 N 4TH ST
MARTINS FERRY, OH 43935
Categories: MARTINS FERRY OH

951 E Market St 23.3 miles

951 E Market St
Cadiz, OH 43907
Categories: Cadiz OH

1101 5TH AVE 23.4 miles

1101 5TH AVE
CORAPOLIS, PA 15108
Categories: CORAPOLIS PA

5944 STEUBENVILLE PIKE 23.5 miles

5944 STEUBENVILLE PIKE
MC KEES ROCKS, PA 15136
Categories: MC KEES ROCKS PA

5855 Steubenville Pike, Suite 101 23.8 miles

5855 Steubenville Pike, Suite 101
Mc Kees Rocks, PA 15136
Categories: Mc Kees Rocks PA

24 HOMESTEAD AVE 24.0 miles

24 HOMESTEAD AVE
WHEELING, WV 26003
Categories: WHEELING WV

100 MEDICAL BLVD 24.1 miles

100 MEDICAL BLVD
CANONSBURG, PA 15317
Categories: CANONSBURG PA

155 WILSON AVE 24.3 miles

155 WILSON AVE
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
Categories: WASHINGTON PA

336 College Avenue, Suite 4 24.3 miles

336 College Avenue, Suite 4
Beaver, PA 15009
Categories: Beaver PA

113 CAVASINA DR STE 7 24.4 miles

113 CAVASINA DR STE 7
CANONSBURG, PA 15317
Categories: CANONSBURG PA

7880 LINCOLE PL 24.4 miles

7880 LINCOLE PL
LISBON, OH 44432
Categories: LISBON OH

3944 BRODHEAD RD STE 7B 24.5 miles

3944 BRODHEAD RD STE 7B
MONACA, PA 15061
Categories: MONACA PA

620 NATIONAL RD STE 300 24.5 miles

620 NATIONAL RD STE 300
WHEELING, WV 26003
Categories: WHEELING WV

90 West Chestnut Street, Millcraft Center 24.8 miles

90 West Chestnut Street, Millcraft Center
Washington, PA 15301
Categories: Washington PA

181 W BEAU ST 24.8 miles

181 W BEAU ST
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
Categories: WASHINGTON PA

1 MEDICAL PARK 25.0 miles

1 MEDICAL PARK
WHEELING, WV 26003
Categories: WHEELING WV

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Weirton, WV 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: Weirton, West Virginia

Weirton (pron. WEER-ton) is a city in Brooke and Hancock counties in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Located primarily in Hancock County, the city lies in the northern portions of the state's Northern Panhandle region. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 19,746. Weirton is a principal city of the Weirton–Steubenville, WV-OH Metropolitan Statistical Area, which had a 2010 population of 124,454 residents. Additionally, Weirton is part of Greater Pittsburgh, the 20th largest combined statistical area in the United States with a 2016 estimated population of 2,635,228.

The small village called Holliday's Cove lanes — which is now most of downtown Weirton — was founded in 1793. (It eventually lost the apostrophe.) In 1909, Ernest T. Weir arrived from neighboring Pittsburgh and built a steel mill later known as Weirton Steel Corporation just north of Holliday's Cove. An unincorporated settlement called Weirton grew up around the mill that, by 1940, was said to be the largest unincorporated city in the United States. By then Hollidays Cove and two other outlying areas, Weirton Heights and Marland Heights, which as their names suggest were on hilltops or ridges surrounding the "Weir–Cove" area, had also incorporated.

Hollidays Cove Fort was a Revolutionary War fortification constructed in 1774 by soldiers from Ft. Pitt. It was located in what is now downtown Weirton, along Harmons Creek (named for Harmon Greathouse), about three miles from its mouth on the Ohio River. It was commanded by Colonel Andrew Van Swearingen (1741–1793) and later by his son-in-law, Captain Samuel Brady (1756–1795), the famous leader of Brady's Rangers. In 1779, over 28 militia were garrisoned at Hollidays Cove. Two years earlier, Colonel Van Swearingen led a dozen soldiers by longboat down the Ohio to help rescue the inhabitants of Ft. Henry in Wheeling in a siege by the British and Indian tribes in 1777. That mission was memorialized in a WPA-era mural painted on the wall of the Cove Post Office by Charles S. Chapman (1879–1962). The mural features Col. John Bilderback, who later gained infamy as the leader of the massacre of the Moravian Indians in Gnadenhutten in 1782.

Show Regional Data

Population (male): 8,901

Median Age: 47.7 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 16.6%

Elevation: 800 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $51,543 (it was $35,212 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $28,008 (it was $18,853 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $130,328 (it was $71,800 in 2000) Weirton:$130,328WV:$119,800

Races:
      White alone - 17,432 - 91.8%
      Black alone - 662 - 3.5%
      Two or more races - 464 - 2.4%
      Hispanic - 281 - 1.5%
      Asian alone - 52 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 9 - 0.05%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.02%

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