Avoca, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 1,282

Population (female): 1,348

Median Age: 43.9 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $772.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Avoca: 94.5 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Pennsylvania and other state lists, there were 2 registered sex offenders living in Avoca, Pennsylvania as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Avoca is 1,308 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is lowe

Ancestries: Ancestries: Polish (30.3%), Irish (28.6%), Italian (12.1%), American (11.6%), Welsh (3.4%), German (2.8%).

Land Area: 0.89 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $53,159 (it was $34,973 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $27,435 (it was $17,896 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $121,635 (it was $80,800 in 2000) Avoca:$121,635PA:$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)

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Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Avoca, PA

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Avoca, PA and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

21 COMMERCE CIR 0.4 miles

21 COMMERCE CIR
MOUNT POCONO, PA 18344
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100 TERMINAL DR 0.6 miles

100 TERMINAL DR
AVOCA, PA 18641
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1120 OAK ST 2.7 miles

1120 OAK ST
PITTSTON, PA 18640
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808 S MAIN ST 2.8 miles

808 S MAIN ST
TAYLOR, PA 18517
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648 N MAIN ST 4.4 miles

648 N MAIN ST
TAYLOR, PA 18517
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2232 PITTSTON AVE 4.4 miles

2232 PITTSTON AVE
SCRANTON, PA 18505
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521 MT PLEASANT DR, STE 202 6.4 miles

521 MT PLEASANT DR, STE 202
SCRANTON, PA 18503
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1822 MULBERRY ST 6.4 miles

1822 MULBERRY ST
SCRANTON, PA 18510
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575 N RIVER ST 6.9 miles

575 N RIVER ST
WILKES BARRE, PA 18764
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150 MUNDY ST Med Art Ctr IV 7.6 miles

150 MUNDY ST Med Art Ctr IV
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
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1000 MEADE ST 7.7 miles

1000 MEADE ST
DUNMORE, PA 18512
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Greenridge Plaza, 1612 Nay Aug Avenue 7.7 miles

Greenridge Plaza, 1612 Nay Aug Avenue
Scranton, PA 18509
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190 WELLES ST 8.3 miles

190 WELLES ST
FORTY FORT, PA 18704
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677 KIDDER ST STE D 8.5 miles

677 KIDDER ST STE D
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
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150 MUNDY ST 8.9 miles

150 MUNDY ST
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
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675 WYOMING AVE 8.9 miles

675 WYOMING AVE
KINGSTON, PA 18704
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1208 ONEILL HWY 8.9 miles

1208 ONEILL HWY
DUNMORE, PA 18512
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3 W OLIVE ST URGENT CARE PLUS 9.0 miles

3 W OLIVE ST URGENT CARE PLUS
SCRANTON, PA 18508
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268 HIGHLAND PARK BLVD 9.2 miles

268 HIGHLAND PARK BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
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235 MAIN ST 9.4 miles

235 MAIN ST
DICKSON CITY, PA 18519
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PO BOX AX 9.7 miles

PO BOX AX
WILKES-BARRE, PA 18703
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Bill's Plaza 9.7 miles

Bill's Plaza
Daleville, PA 18444
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276 W SIDE MALL 10.0 miles

276 W SIDE MALL
EDWARDSVILLE, PA 18704
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551 S STATE ST 10.8 miles

551 S STATE ST
CLARKS SUMMIT, PA 18411
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222 CAREY AVE 11.0 miles

222 CAREY AVE
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
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166 HANOVER ST STE 201 11.2 miles

166 HANOVER ST STE 201
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
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921 DRINKER TURNPIKE, STE 6 11.8 miles

921 DRINKER TURNPIKE, STE 6
COVINGTON TWP, PA 18444
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16 KENNEDY DR 14.2 miles

16 KENNEDY DR
ARCHBALD, PA 18403
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358 HAMLIN HWY, BLDG 2 16.8 miles

358 HAMLIN HWY, BLDG 2
HAMLIN, PA 18427
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512 TOWNE PLZ STE 124 17.0 miles

512 TOWNE PLZ STE 124
TUNKHANNOCK, PA 18657
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5950 SR 6 17.0 miles

5950 SR 6
TUNKHANNOCK, PA 18657
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221 W TIOGA ST 18.0 miles

221 W TIOGA ST
TUNKHANNOCK, PA 18657
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1187 POCONO BLVD, STE 103 24.2 miles

1187 POCONO BLVD, STE 103
MOUNT POCONO, PA 18344
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100 COMMUNITY DR STE 102 27.3 miles

100 COMMUNITY DR STE 102
TOBYHANNA, PA 18466
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1324 N CHURCH ST STE 2 27.7 miles

1324 N CHURCH ST STE 2
HAZLE TOWNSHIP, PA 18202
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1097B N CHURCH ST 28.1 miles

1097B N CHURCH ST
HAZLETON, PA 18202
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1497 Upper Swiftwater Rd 28.1 miles

1497 Upper Swiftwater Rd
Cresco, PA 18326
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50 MOISEY DR STE 208 28.2 miles

50 MOISEY DR STE 208
HAZLE TOWNSHIP, PA 18202
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1000 ALLIANCE DR 28.3 miles

1000 ALLIANCE DR
HAZLETON, PA 18202
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271 N CEDAR ST 28.9 miles

271 N CEDAR ST
HAZLETON, PA 18201
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20 N Laurel St, 29.3 miles

20 N Laurel St,
Hazleton, PA 18201
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700 E BROAD ST
HAZLETON, PA 18201
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101 S CHURCH ST
HAZLETON, PA 18201
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1749 E BROAD ST 29.7 miles

1749 E BROAD ST
HAZELTON, PA 18201
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1325 N MAIN ST
HONESDALE, PA 18431
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601 PARK ST 30.1 miles

601 PARK ST
HONESDALE, PA 18431
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103 SPRUCE ST STE 201
HAWLEY, PA 18428
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BERWICK, PA 18603
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1104 NORTH ST
JIM THORPE, PA 18229
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3180 ROUTE 611, STE 13
BARTONSVILLE, PA 18321
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301 W 3RD ST
BERWICK, PA 18603
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292 Frantz Rd Ste 102
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
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1636 ROUTE 209, 111
BRODHEADSVILLE, PA 18322
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2069 Route 209, Lower Level 33.9 miles

2069 Route 209, Lower Level
Brodheadsville, PA 18322
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239 N 1st St
Lehighton, PA 18235
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300 STROUD BUILDING Route 611 34.9 miles

300 STROUD BUILDING Route 611
STROUDSBURG, PA 18360
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211 N 12TH ST 35.1 miles

211 N 12TH ST
LEHIGHTON, PA 18235
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511 VNA Rd 35.8 miles

511 VNA Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
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314 Lincoln Avenue, Pocono Plaza 36.6 miles

314 Lincoln Avenue, Pocono Plaza
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
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586 Main St Ste 9 37.5 miles

586 Main St Ste 9
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
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135 LAFAYETTE AVE
PALMERTON, PA 18071
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231 CLAREMONT AVE
TAMAQUA, PA 18252
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100 EAGLESMERE CIR 200C
EAST STROUDSBURG, PA 18301
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Route 6 Farm & Home Plaza 38.3 miles

Route 6 Farm & Home Plaza
Wyalusing, PA 18853
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34 S RAILROAD ST
TAMAQUA, PA 18252
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102 E MAIN ST PO BOX 417
DUSHORE, PA 18614
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487 E MOORESTOWN RD STE 103 41.8 miles

487 E MOORESTOWN RD STE 103
WIND GAP, PA 18091
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1411 JACOBSBURG RD 42.1 miles

1411 JACOBSBURG RD
WIND GAP, PA 18091
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418 Blue Valley Drive, Route 512 42.8 miles

418 Blue Valley Drive, Route 512
Bangor, PA 18013
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1103 OLD BERWICK RD 43.0 miles

1103 OLD BERWICK RD
BLOOMSBURG, PA 17815
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549 FAIR ST 43.6 miles

549 FAIR ST
BLOOMSBURG, PA 17815
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410 GLENN AVE ste 2 43.6 miles

410 GLENN AVE ste 2
BLOOMSBURG, PA 17815
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6 BUCKHORN RD
BLOOMSBURG, PA 17815
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2244 MILLVIEW MOUNTAIN RD 46.2 miles

2244 MILLVIEW MOUNTAIN RD
FORKSVILLE, PA 18616
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25 South Broad Street, Suite 102 47.0 miles

25 South Broad Street, Suite 102
Nazareth, PA 18064
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530 Montour Blvd 47.3 miles

530 Montour Blvd
Bloomsburg, PA 17815
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91 HOSPITAL DR 47.8 miles

91 HOSPITAL DR
TOWANDA, PA 18848
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7 COLONIAL DR 48.1 miles

7 COLONIAL DR
TOWANDA, PA 18848
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1500 UHLER RD 48.6 miles

1500 UHLER RD
EASTON, PA 18040
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111 E CATHERINE ST STE 230 48.7 miles

111 E CATHERINE ST STE 230
MILFORD, PA 18337
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111 E CATHERINE ST STE 110 48.7 miles

111 E CATHERINE ST STE 110
MILFORD, PA 18337
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111 E CATHERINE ST 48.7 miles

111 E CATHERINE ST
MILFORD, PA 18337
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20-24 S WASHINGTON ST 49.1 miles

20-24 S WASHINGTON ST
BINGHAMTON, NY 13903
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FASHION DR 49.2 miles

FASHION DR
ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
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526 WATER ST 49.4 miles

526 WATER ST
BELVIDERE, NJ 7823
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153 BRODHEAD RD 49.6 miles

153 BRODHEAD RD
BETHLEHEM, PA 18017
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3601 Nazareth Rd, 49.8 miles

3601 Nazareth Rd,
Easton, PA 18045
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2310 HIGHLAND AVE 50.0 miles

2310 HIGHLAND AVE
BETHLEHEM, PA 18020
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2300 HIGHLAND AVE 50.0 miles

2300 HIGHLAND AVE
BETHLEHEM, PA 18020
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73 COAL ST 50.0 miles

73 COAL ST
PORT CARBON, PA 17965
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Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Avoca, PA testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.

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Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.



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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available

Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.


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Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.

The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.


Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.

The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.

A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.

In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.

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US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

Additional DOT services include:

  • -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
  • -DOT Supervisor Training
  • -MVR Reports
  • -DOT Drug Policy Development
  • -DOT Physicals
  • -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing

Our Avoca, PA testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.

The Opioid Overdose Crisis

Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.

  • Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
  • Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
  • An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
  • About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
  • Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
  • The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
  • Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.

In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Avoca, PA drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.


Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Avoca, PA testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.

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Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Avoca, PA and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.


On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.

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Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.

Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.


DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.

DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.

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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 Testing Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.

Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.

Types of Tests Conducted

  • Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
  • Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
  • Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
  • Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.

What to Expect at a Collection Center

  1. Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
  2. Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
  3. Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.

Importance of Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.

Local Area Info: Avoca, Pennsylvania

Avoca is a borough within the Greater Pittston area of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is located 7.5 miles (12.1 km) northeast of Wilkes Barre and 3.4 miles (5.5 km) southwest of Scranton. The population was 2,661 at the 2010 census. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is located near Avoca (in Pittston Township).

The community was incorporated as a borough in 1871. Its original name was “Pleasant Valley.” However, in 1887, it changed its name to “Avoca,” because the name "Pleasant Valley" was already used elsewhere in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It was named after Avoca, County Wicklow, in Ireland. The following year, on October 10, 1888, the borough suffered a major tragedy when dozens of its own residents were killed in a train wreck known as the Mud Run Disaster. It occurred at 8:02 p.m., when two trains collided in Kidder Township, Carbon County, Pennsylvania. A majority of the 64 killed were from Avoca. The other casualties were from Scranton, Moosic and other neighboring communities.

From 1945 to 1947, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport was constructed in and around Avoca. A small portion of the airport was built in Avoca, while most of it was constructed in the neighboring Pittston Township. Coal mining was the chief industry in the borough for many decades. However, after the 1959 Knox Mine Disaster, the mining industry in the region collapsed.

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Population (male): 1,282

Population (female): 1,348

Median Age: 43.9 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $772.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Avoca: 94.5 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Pennsylvania and other state lists, there were 2 registered sex offenders living in Avoca, Pennsylvania as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Avoca is 1,308 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is lowe

Ancestries: Ancestries: Polish (30.3%), Irish (28.6%), Italian (12.1%), American (11.6%), Welsh (3.4%), German (2.8%).

Land Area: 0.89 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $53,159 (it was $34,973 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $27,435 (it was $17,896 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $121,635 (it was $80,800 in 2000) Avoca:$121,635PA:$181,200

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