Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Fort Lauderdale, FL and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
912 S ANDREWS AVE 0.8 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
1347 S ANDREWS AVE 1.2 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
1425 SE 17TH ST STE A 1.8 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
103 SE 20TH ST 1.8 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
1491 SE 17th St, 1.8 miles
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
407 SE 24TH ST 2.0 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
650 SW 34TH ST STE 301 2.8 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33315
830 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD STE121 3.1 miles
OAKLAND PARK, FL 33334
650 SE 34 ST, STE 301 3.3 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33071
401 NW 42ND AVE 3.8 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33317
1835 S PERIMETER RD STE 125 4.2 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
4242 N FEDERAL HWY 4.3 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
1100 W COMMERCIAL BLVD Ste 120 4.6 miles
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
5201 RAVENSWOOD RD STE 121 4.7 miles
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
5201 RAVENSWOOD RD STE 121 4.7 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
969 E COMMERCIAL BLVD, 4.8 miles
OAKLAND PARK, FL 33334
5333 N DIXIE HWY STE 109 5.0 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33334
4350 OAKES RD STE 522 5.0 miles
DAVIE, FL 33314
5216 N FEDERAL HWY 5.1 miles
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
4737 N OCEAN DR 136 5.2 miles
LAUDERDALE BY THE SEA, FL 33308
6300 N ANDREWS AVE 5.6 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
6521 N ANDREWS AVE 5.8 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
5450 NW 33RD AVE ste 102 5.9 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
7007 W BROWARD BLVD Unit 5 6.1 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33317
1801 NW 66TH AVE STE 200B 6.1 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33313
7019 W BROWARD BLVD, 6.1 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33317
7061 CYPRESS RD STE 101 6.2 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33317
4450 N STATE ROAD 7 STE 1 6.3 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33073
1611 S FEDERAL HWY 6.5 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33062
3990 SHERIDAN ST #109 &110 6.7 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
4430 SHERIDAN ST STE A 6.8 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
4600 SHERIDAN ST STE 401 6.8 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
7676C PETERS RD 6.9 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33324
2337 S UNIVERSITY DR 7.0 miles
DAVIE, FL 33324
201 NW 82ND AVE STE 302 7.1 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33324
1368 N UNIVERSITY DR 7.2 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33322
311 S CYPRESS RD 7.3 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33060
3705 GARFIELD ST 7.4 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
150 SW 12TH AVE STE 201 7.4 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069
100 S PINE ISLAND RD STE 148 7.5 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33324
8367 W SUNRISE BLVD 7.5 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33322
541 SE 18TH AVE 7.6 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33060
2700 W ATLANTIC BLVD STE 242 7.7 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069
3125 W ATLANTIC BLVD 7.8 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069
1911 N PINE ISLAND RD 7.9 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33322
3500 Hollywood Blvd 8.0 miles
Hollywood, FL 33021
750 S FEDERAL HWY 8.1 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33020
505 N Federal Hwy, 8.3 miles
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
5817 N UNIVERSITY DR 8.5 miles
TAMARAC, FL 33321
3600 WASHINGTON ST 8.5 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
3700 Washington St,Ste 102, 8.6 miles
Hollywood, FL 33021
441 S STATE ROAD 7 STE 15 8.7 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33068
10199 CLEARY BLVD STE 10 9.0 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33324
7310 W ATLANTIC BLVD 9.2 miles
MARGATE, FL 33063
110 N FEDERAL HWY, STE 101 9.4 miles
HALLANDALE BEACH, FL 33009
7431 N UNIVERSITY DR STE 209 9.4 miles
TAMARAC, FL 33321
1452 E HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD 9.5 miles
HALLANDALE, FL 33009
3350 NW 22ND DR 9.5 miles
COCONUT CREEK, FL 33066
10081 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD 9.8 miles
SUNRISE, FL 33351
2502 N FEDERAL HWY 10.1 miles
LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL 33064
10251 W COMMERCIAL BLVD 10.1 miles
SUNRISE, FL 33351
6245 MIRAMAR PKWY STE 101 10.4 miles
MIRAMAR, FL 33023
2400 W SAMPLE RD STE 4 10.5 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33073
1021 W SAMPLE RD STE 208 10.6 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33064
20601 E DIXIE HWY STE 340 10.7 miles
AVENTURA, FL 33180
922 E SAMPLE RD 10.8 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33064
1205 N UNIVERSITY DR 10.8 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33071
9035 PINES BLVD 10.9 miles
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33024
3470 NW 62ND AVE 11.2 miles
MARGATE, FL 33063
9650 PINES BLVD 11.3 miles
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33024
11011 SHERIDAN ST STE 209 11.3 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33026
1809 N UNIVERSITY DR 11.3 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33071
10011 Pines Blvd Ste 202 11.5 miles
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
20535 NW 2ND AVE STE 150 11.6 miles
MIAMI, FL 33169
3000 CORAL HILLS DR 12.2 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
3300 N UNIVERSITY DR STE 903 12.2 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
1770 NE MIAMI GARDENS DR UNIT 1 12.3 miles
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33179
1606 NE MIAMI GARDENS DR 12.3 miles
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33179
2004 N FLAMINGO RD 12.3 miles
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33028
9770 W SAMPLE RD 12.5 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
10201 W SAMPLE RD 12.7 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
9909 MIRAMAR PKWY 12.8 miles
MIRAMAR, FL 33025
7 NW 183RD ST 12.9 miles
MIAMI, FL 33169
750 S FEDERAL HWY 13.2 miles
DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 33441
11380 W SAMPLE RD STE A 13.3 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
1509 NE 167TH ST 13.4 miles
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162
17601 NW 2ND AVE STE S 13.4 miles
MIAMI, FL 33169
4036 W HILLSBORO BLVD 13.5 miles
DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 33442
16109 BISCAYNE BLVD 13.6 miles
AVENTURA, FL 33160
1117 NE 163RD ST 13.7 miles
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162
100 NW 170th St Ste 204, 13.7 miles
North Miami Beach, FL 33169
100 NW 170TH ST STE 205 13.7 miles
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33169
2300 N COMMERCE PKWY STE 103 13.9 miles
WESTON, FL 33326
12014 MIRAMAR PKWY 14.1 miles
MIRAMAR, FL 33025
1405 NW 167TH ST 14.4 miles
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33169
6240 CORAL RIDGE DR STE 105 15.3 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33076
7035 BERACASA WAY STE 105 15.9 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33433
619 CASCADE FALLS DR 16.3 miles
WESTON, FL 33327
1786 NW BOCA RATON BLVD 16.4 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33432
900 GLADES RD STE 1B 16.9 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33432
17900 NW 5th Street, Suite 101 16.9 miles
Pembroke Pines, FL 33029
12555C BISCAYNE BLVD 16.9 miles
NORTH MIAMI, FL 33181
8551 NW 186TH ST 17.2 miles
MIAMI, FL 33015
9834 GLADES RD STE C5 17.3 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33434
18203 PINES BLVD 17.5 miles
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33029
2404 NW 87th Pl 18.3 miles
Doral, FL 33172
20221 NW 8TH ST 18.6 miles
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33029
19090 STATE ROAD 7 18.7 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33498
7100 W 20TH AVE STE 311 19.7 miles
HIALEAH, FL 33016
7150 W 20TH AVE STE 213 19.8 miles
HIALEAH, FL 33016
7 WEST PLZ 20.0 miles
MIAMI, FL 33147
915 W 49TH ST 20.2 miles
HIALEAH, FL 33012
1165 W 49TH ST STE 103 20.3 miles
HIALEAH, FL 33012
7700 CONGRESS AVE STE 1102 20.4 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33487
6990 NW 37th Ave 20.9 miles
Miami, FL 33147
825 Arthur Godfrey Rd Ste 100 21.3 miles
Miami Beach, FL 33140
333 41st St, Suite 502 21.3 miles
Miami Beach, FL 33140
16244 Military Trl Ste 230, 21.7 miles
Delray Beach, FL 33484
7911 NW 72ND AVE Ste 111 21.9 miles
MEDLEY, FL 33166
601 Linton Blvd 22.3 miles
Delray Beach, FL 33444
1025 E 25TH ST 22.6 miles
HIALEAH, FL 33013
3270 NW 36TH ST 22.7 miles
MIAMI, FL 33142
275 NE 18TH ST STE CU01 22.9 miles
MIAMI, FL 33132
5201 NW 77TH AVE ST 100 23.0 miles
DORAL, FL 33166
4483 NW 36TH ST STE 120 23.1 miles
MIAMI SPRINGS, FL 33166
2280 W ATLANTIC AVE 23.4 miles
DELRAY BEACH, FL 33445
660 LINTON BLVD STE 200 EX2 23.6 miles
DELRAY BEACH, FL 33444
6221 NW 36TH ST 23.8 miles
VIRGINIA GARDENS, FL 33166
1479 NW 27TH AVE 23.9 miles
MIAMI, FL 33125
1015 N AMERICA WAY STE 150 24.0 miles
MIAMI, FL 33132
3588 NW 72ND AVE 24.2 miles
MIAMI, FL 33122
601 N. CONGRESS AVE. STE 608 24.3 miles
DELRAY BEACH, FL 33445
9851 NW 58TH ST UNIT 116 24.4 miles
DORAL, FL 33178
3900 NW 79TH AVE STE 440 24.4 miles
DORAL, FL 33166
3900 NW 79TH AVE BLDG 2 STE 229 24.4 miles
DORAL, FL 33166
1560 SW 1ST ST 24.7 miles
MIAMI, FL 33135
285 NW 27TH AVE STE 14 24.7 miles
MIAMI, FL 33125
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 Fort Lauderdale, FL 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.
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.
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.
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 Fort Lauderdale, FL 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)
Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL 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.
Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Fort Lauderdale, FL 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.
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
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- 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
- Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
- 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.
- 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.
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Local Area Info: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Fort Lauderdale is a city in the U.S. state of Florida, 28 miles (45 km) north of Miami. It is the county seat of Broward County. As of the 2017[update] census, the city has an estimated population of 180,072. Fort Lauderdale is a principal city of the Miami metropolitan area, which was home to an estimated 6,158,824 people in 2017.
The city is a popular tourist destination, with an average year-round temperature of 75.5 °F (24.2 °C) and 3,000 hours of sunshine per year. Greater Fort Lauderdale, encompassing all of Broward County, hosted 12 million visitors in 2012, including 2.8 million international visitors. In 2012, the county collected $43.9 million from the 5% hotel tax it charges, after hotels in the area recorded an occupancy rate for the year of 72.7 percent and an average daily rate of $114.48. The district has 561 hotels and motels comprising nearly 35,000 rooms. Forty-six cruise ships sailed from Port Everglades in 2012. Greater Fort Lauderdale has over 4,000 restaurants, 63 golf courses, 12 shopping malls, 16 museums, 132 nightclubs, 278 parkland campsites, and 100 marinas housing 45,000 resident yachts.
Fort Lauderdale is named after a series of forts built by the United States during the Second Seminole War. The forts took their name from Major William Lauderdale (1782–1838), younger brother of Lieutenant Colonel James Lauderdale. William Lauderdale was the commander of the detachment of soldiers who built the first fort. However, development of the city did not begin until 50 years after the forts were abandoned at the end of the conflict.