Galien, MI Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

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Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2019: 14.0%

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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, Galien, MI

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

9625 RED ARROW HWY PO BOX 767 9.8 miles

9625 RED ARROW HWY PO BOX 767
BRIDGMAN, MI 49106
Categories: BRIDGMAN MI

8008 M 139 11.8 miles

8008 M 139
BERRIEN SPRINGS, MI 49103
Categories: BERRIEN SPRINGS MI

31 N SAINT JOSEPH AVE 12.3 miles

31 N SAINT JOSEPH AVE
NILES, MI 49120
Categories: NILES MI

2301 N BENDIX DR STE 500 12.4 miles

2301 N BENDIX DR STE 500
SOUTH BEND, IN 46628
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2002 S 11TH ST 12.9 miles

2002 S 11TH ST
NILES, MI 49120
Categories: NILES MI

1010 N BENDIX DR 13.3 miles

1010 N BENDIX DR
SOUTH BEND, IN 46628
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19567 CLEVELAND RD 14.1 miles

19567 CLEVELAND RD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46637
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5515 CLEVELAND AVE 14.9 miles

5515 CLEVELAND AVE
STEVENSVILLE, MI 49127
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530 N LAFAYETTE BLVD 15.1 miles

530 N LAFAYETTE BLVD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
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615 N MICHIGAN ST 15.2 miles

615 N MICHIGAN ST
SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
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207 N MAIN ST 15.4 miles

207 N MAIN ST
SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
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311 BOYD BLVD 16.1 miles

311 BOYD BLVD
LA PORTE, IN 46350
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3355 DOUGLAS RD STE 100 16.8 miles

3355 DOUGLAS RD STE 100
SOUTH BEND, IN 46635
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505 W CLEVELAND RD 16.8 miles

505 W CLEVELAND RD
MISHAWAKA, IN 46545
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2500 Niles Rd, Suite 10B 17.0 miles

2500 Niles Rd, Suite 10B
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
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3900 HOLLYWOOD RD 17.3 miles

3900 HOLLYWOOD RD
SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085
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2610 E JEFFERSON BLVD 17.4 miles

2610 E JEFFERSON BLVD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46615
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6913 N MAIN ST 17.4 miles

6913 N MAIN ST
GRANGER, IN 46530
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6910 N MAIN ST UNIT 14A 17.4 miles

6910 N MAIN ST UNIT 14A
GRANGER, IN 46530
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7115 HERITAGE SQUARE DR Ste 1250 17.5 miles

7115 HERITAGE SQUARE DR Ste 1250
GRANGER, IN 46530
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416 PERRY ST 17.6 miles

416 PERRY ST
LA PORTE, IN 46350
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3515 N MAIN ST., STE 2 18.0 miles

3515 N MAIN ST., STE 2
MISHAWAKA, IN 46545
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1632 E DAY RD 18.2 miles

1632 E DAY RD
MISHAWAKA, IN 46545
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1245 E IRELAND RD STE B 18.3 miles

1245 E IRELAND RD STE B
SOUTH BEND, IN 46614
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900 I ST 18.4 miles

900 I ST
LAPORTE, IN 46350
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1815 E IRELAND RD 18.6 miles

1815 E IRELAND RD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46614
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1632 E Day Rd, 18.8 miles

1632 E Day Rd,
Mishawaka, IN 46545
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3333 S STATE ST 19.2 miles

3333 S STATE ST
SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085
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1234 NAPIER AVE 19.9 miles

1234 NAPIER AVE
ST JOSEPH, MI 49085
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1850 PIPESTONE RD 20.1 miles

1850 PIPESTONE RD
BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022
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301 W HOMER ST 21.6 miles

301 W HOMER ST
MICHIGAN CITY, IN 46360
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4111 Franklin St 22.0 miles

4111 Franklin St
Michigan City, IN 46360
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4630 VISHULA ROAD 22.3 miles

4630 VISHULA ROAD
MISHAWAKA, IN 46544
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420 W HIGH ST 23.4 miles

420 W HIGH ST
DOWAGIAC, MI 49047
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520 MAIN ST STE A 23.5 miles

520 MAIN ST STE A
DOWAGIAC, MI 49047
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303 S NAPPANEE ST 26.9 miles

303 S NAPPANEE ST
ELKHART, IN 46514
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1104 W BRISTOL ST 27.2 miles

1104 W BRISTOL ST
ELKHART, IN 46514
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600 EAST BLVD 27.5 miles

600 EAST BLVD
ELKHART, IN 46514
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26076 COUNTY ROAD 6 27.5 miles

26076 COUNTY ROAD 6
ELKHART, IN 46514
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3100 WINDSOR CT 27.8 miles

3100 WINDSOR CT
ELKHART, IN 46514
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700 E BEARDSLEY AVE STE 100 28.4 miles

700 E BEARDSLEY AVE STE 100
ELKHART, IN 46514
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900 Johnson Street 28.5 miles

900 Johnson Street
Elkhart, IN 46514
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400 MEDICAL PARK DR 29.5 miles

400 MEDICAL PARK DR
WATERVLIET, MI 49098
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1020 HIGH RD 29.7 miles

1020 HIGH RD
BREMEN, IN 46506
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54595 COUNTY ROAD 17 29.9 miles

54595 COUNTY ROAD 17
ELKHART, IN 46516
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500 S MONTGOMERY ST APT 213 30.7 miles

500 S MONTGOMERY ST APT 213
BREMEN, IN 46506
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650 DICKINSON RD 31.3 miles

650 DICKINSON RD
CHESTERTON, IN 46304
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22818 OLD US 20 32.0 miles

22818 OLD US 20
ELKHART, IN 46516
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5218 Beck Drive Suite 12 32.1 miles

5218 Beck Drive Suite 12
Elkhart, IN 46516
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85 E US HIGHWAY 6 33.3 miles

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
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1904 LAKE AVE 33.4 miles

1904 LAKE AVE
PLYMOUTH, IN 46563
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1900 ROOSEVELT RD 35.7 miles

1900 ROOSEVELT RD
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
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880 EASTPORT CENTRE, 2ND FLOOR 35.8 miles

880 EASTPORT CENTRE, 2ND FLOOR
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
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1910 CALUMET AVE 35.9 miles

1910 CALUMET AVE
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
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401 Wall St, Suite I 35.9 miles

401 Wall St, Suite I
Valparaiso, IN 46383
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1251 EASTPORT CENTRE DR STE B 36.0 miles

1251 EASTPORT CENTRE DR STE B
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
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2590 MORTHLAND DR STE 1 36.4 miles

2590 MORTHLAND DR STE 1
VALPARAISO, IN 46385
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6615 S BOUNDARY RD 36.4 miles

6615 S BOUNDARY RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
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502 S OAKLAND AVE 36.6 miles

502 S OAKLAND AVE
NAPPANEE, IN 46550
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809 LAPORTE AVE 36.7 miles

809 LAPORTE AVE
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
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3391 AIRPORT RD 38.1 miles

3391 AIRPORT RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
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3545 Arbors Blvd, 38.7 miles

3545 Arbors Blvd,
Portage, IN 46368
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3170 WILLOWCREEK RD 39.0 miles

3170 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
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3325 WILLOWCREEK RD 39.1 miles

3325 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
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3630 WILLOWCREEK RD 39.3 miles

3630 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
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2240 Karisa Dr Ste 3, Goshen Medical Practice in Die 39.5 miles

2240 Karisa Dr Ste 3, Goshen Medical Practice in Die
Goshen, IN 46526
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2014 LINCOLNWAY E 39.8 miles

2014 LINCOLNWAY E
GOSHEN, IN 46526
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2312 EISENHOWER DR N STE 1 39.9 miles

2312 EISENHOWER DR N STE 1
GOSHEN, IN 46526
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530 N MICHIGAN ST 40.8 miles

530 N MICHIGAN ST
ARGOS, IN 46501
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1438 RIPLEY ST 41.0 miles

1438 RIPLEY ST
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
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2490 CENTRAL AVE 41.4 miles

2490 CENTRAL AVE
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
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407 N MAIN ST 41.8 miles

407 N MAIN ST
MIDDLEBURY, IN 46540
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404 HAZEN ST STE 100 42.3 miles

404 HAZEN ST STE 100
PAW PAW, MI 49079
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408 HAZEN ST 42.3 miles

408 HAZEN ST
PAW PAW, MI 49079
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950 S BAILEY AVE STE 2-1 42.4 miles

950 S BAILEY AVE STE 2-1
SOUTH HAVEN, MI 49090
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955 S BAILEY AVE 42.4 miles

955 S BAILEY AVE
SOUTH HAVEN, MI 49090
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67105 US HIGHWAY 131 S 43.1 miles

67105 US HIGHWAY 131 S
CONSTANTINE, MI 49042
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1354 S LAKE PARK AVE 43.9 miles

1354 S LAKE PARK AVE
HOBART, IN 46342
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701 S HEALTH PKWY 44.8 miles

701 S HEALTH PKWY
THREE RIVERS, MI 49093
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9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1 45.7 miles

9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
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16587 ENTERPRISE DR 46.1 miles

16587 ENTERPRISE DR
THREE RIVERS, MI 49093
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2723 E 1500 N 47.4 miles

2723 E 1500 N
WHEATFIELD, IN 46392
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4519 W 5TH AVE 48.1 miles

4519 W 5TH AVE
GARY, IN 46406
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751 E 81ST PL 48.6 miles

751 E 81ST PL
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
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387 EAST 84TH DR 48.8 miles

387 EAST 84TH DR
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
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5404 W 25TH AVE STE107 48.8 miles

5404 W 25TH AVE STE107
GARY, IN 46406
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2680 Escalade Way 49.1 miles

2680 Escalade Way
WARSAW, IN 46582
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9001 Broadway, 49.4 miles

9001 Broadway,
Merrillville, IN 46410
Categories: Merrillville IN

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 Galien, MI 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 Galien, MI 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 Galien, MI 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 Galien, MI 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 Galien, MI 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.

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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.

Galien (guh-LEEN)[citation needed] is a village in Berrien County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 549 at the 2010 census. The village is located within Galien Township. The village provides its own sewer utility.

The founder of the village of Galien was George A. Blakeslee. Born in Pennsylvania, he came to Galien Township in 1853. He platted Galien village in 1861, and it was incorporated in 1879. The village straddled a fairly new Michigan Central Railroad completed in 1849 from New Buffalo to Detroit. Blakeslee operated a sawmill at the site of present-day Galien, and established a general store. He purchased several thousand acres in the vicinity of the village and harvested the timber for his sawmill operation. For many years after Galien was established, he was president of the village, postmaster, justice of the peace, member of the school board and later World Bishop of the Latter Day Saint's Church. Blakeslee Street was named after him{https://www.berriencounty.org/DocumentCenter/View/273/Galien-Village-PDF} and is located in the SE quadrant of the city plat.

On July 21, 1971, fire broke out in a hardware store in downtown Galien and destroyed that building as well as a restaurant and a beauty salon adjacent to it. Another fire on October 18, 1971, extensively damaged a nearby IGA supermarket. Between the two fires in one year, the northeast corner of the business district was destroyed.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.42 square miles (1.09 km2), all land. Galien straddles U.S. Highway 12, and is located in the Galien River basin, being situated just west and south of the main stem.

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