Hereford, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total):

Population (male): 523

Median Age: 47.9 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Hereford: 94.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.3%

Sex Offenders:

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (19.5%), Pennsylvania German (11.1%), Irish (7.8%), American (7.0%), Scottish (3.7%), Slavic (2.8%).

Elevation: 460 feet

Zip Codes: 18056

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $61,058
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $30,081
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $173,700 Hereford:$173,700PA:$181,200

Races:
      White alone - 853 - 91.7%
      Hispanic - 42 - 4.5%
      Two or more races - 23 - 2.5%
      Asian alone - 6 - 0.6%
      Black alone - 4 - 0.4%
      American Indian alone - 1 - 0.1%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.1%

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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, Hereford, PA

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Hereford, 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.

622 Gravel Pike, 3.3 miles

622 Gravel Pike,
East Greenville, PA 18041
Categories: East Greenville PA

Caramoor Village, 6465 Village Lane 5.0 miles

Caramoor Village, 6465 Village Lane
Macungie, PA 18062
Categories: Macungie PA

1323 Rt 100, 5.4 miles

1323 Rt 100,
Barto, PA 19504
Categories: Barto PA

2793 GERYVILLE PIKE UPPER PERKIOMEN OUTPATIENT CTR 5.9 miles

2793 GERYVILLE PIKE UPPER PERKIOMEN OUTPATIENT CTR
PENNSBURG, PA 18073
Categories: PENNSBURG PA

111 E Harrison St, 7.3 miles

111 E Harrison St,
Emmaus, PA 18049
Categories: Emmaus PA

6900 HAMILTON BLVD STE 145 7.4 miles

6900 HAMILTON BLVD STE 145
TREXLERTOWN, PA 18087
Categories: TREXLERTOWN PA

1251 S Cedar Crest Blvd, 8.2 miles

1251 S Cedar Crest Blvd,
Allentown, PA 18103
Categories: Allentown PA

1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD 8.3 miles

1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

1101 S Cedar Crest Blvd 8.7 miles

1101 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Allentown, PA 18103
Categories: Allentown PA

227 S ROUTE 100 8.9 miles

227 S ROUTE 100
ALLENTOWN, PA 18106
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

501 CETRONIA RD STE 105 9.3 miles

501 CETRONIA RD STE 105
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

1050 E Philadelphia Ave, 9.4 miles

1050 E Philadelphia Ave,
Gilbertsville, PA 19525
Categories: Gilbertsville PA

2100 MACK BLVD 9.5 miles

2100 MACK BLVD
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

4815 W TILGHMAN ST 9.7 miles

4815 W TILGHMAN ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

4825 W TILGHMAN ST 9.7 miles

4825 W TILGHMAN ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

4144 W TILGHMAN ST 9.8 miles

4144 W TILGHMAN ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

2015 W HAMILTON ST 9.9 miles

2015 W HAMILTON ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

229 N West End Blvd, 10.0 miles

229 N West End Blvd,
Quakertown, PA 18951
Categories: Quakertown PA

1534 PARK AVE STE 240 10.2 miles

1534 PARK AVE STE 240
QUAKERTOWN, PA 18951
Categories: QUAKERTOWN PA

2015 WEST HAMILTON ST, STE 104 10.4 miles

2015 WEST HAMILTON ST, STE 104
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

1101 W HAMILTON ST STE 529 11.0 miles

1101 W HAMILTON ST STE 529
ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

1608 W Allen St, 11.1 miles

1608 W Allen St,
Allentown, PA 18102
Categories: Allentown PA

400 N 17TH ST STE 207 FAIRGROUNDS MEDICAL CENTER 11.2 miles

400 N 17TH ST STE 207 FAIRGROUNDS MEDICAL CENTER
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

1503 N Cedar Crest Blvd 11.2 miles

1503 N Cedar Crest Blvd
Allentown, PA 18104
Categories: Allentown PA

536 W COURT ST STE 105 11.2 miles

536 W COURT ST STE 105
ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

951 N 4TH ST 12.3 miles

951 N 4TH ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

1380 NACE AVE 13.0 miles

1380 NACE AVE
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
Categories: BETHLEHEM PA

700 LAWN AVE 13.4 miles

700 LAWN AVE
SELLERSVILLE, PA 18960
Categories: SELLERSVILLE PA

81 ROBINSON ST CAREPLEX BUILDING 13.7 miles

81 ROBINSON ST CAREPLEX BUILDING
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
Categories: POTTSTOWN PA

801 OSTRUM ST 13.7 miles

801 OSTRUM ST
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
Categories: BETHLEHEM PA

The Shoppes at Hellertown, 25 Main Street 13.8 miles

The Shoppes at Hellertown, 25 Main Street
Hellertown, PA 18055
Categories: Hellertown PA

406 Delaware Ave, 14.0 miles

406 Delaware Ave,
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Categories: Bethlehem PA

1791 Airport Rd 14.5 miles

1791 Airport Rd
Allentown, PA 18109
Categories: Allentown PA

2089 E HIGH ST 14.5 miles

2089 E HIGH ST
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
Categories: POTTSTOWN PA

1600 E HIGH ST 14.6 miles

1600 E HIGH ST
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
Categories: POTTSTOWN PA

1569 Medical Dr, 14.9 miles

1569 Medical Dr,
Pottstown, PA 19464
Categories: Pottstown PA

1770 BATHGATE RD STE 200 15.0 miles

1770 BATHGATE RD STE 200
BETHLEHEM, PA 18017
Categories: BETHLEHEM PA

2045 Westgate Dr Bldg Ste306, 15.2 miles

2045 Westgate Dr Bldg Ste306,
Bethlehem, PA 18017
Categories: Bethlehem PA

345 Main Street, 15.2 miles

345 Main Street,
Harleysville, PA 19438
Categories: Harleysville PA

35 E ELIZABETH AVE 15.4 miles

35 E ELIZABETH AVE
BETHLEHEM, PA 18018
Categories: BETHLEHEM PA

270 MAIN ST 15.5 miles

270 MAIN ST
HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
Categories: HARLEYSVILLE PA

708 Route 113, 15.7 miles

708 Route 113,
Souderton, PA 18964
Categories: Souderton PA

FASHION DR 16.0 miles

FASHION DR
ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

5325 NORTHGATE DR 17.0 miles

5325 NORTHGATE DR
BETHLEHEM, PA 18017
Categories: BETHLEHEM PA

Limerick Square, 70 Buckwalter Road 17.5 miles

Limerick Square, 70 Buckwalter Road
Royersford, PA 19468
Categories: Royersford PA

153 BRODHEAD RD 17.7 miles

153 BRODHEAD RD
BETHLEHEM, PA 18017
Categories: BETHLEHEM PA

3941 FREEMANSBURG AVE 18.2 miles

3941 FREEMANSBURG AVE
BETHLEHEM, PA 18020
Categories: BETHLEHEM PA

2300 HIGHLAND AVE 18.3 miles

2300 HIGHLAND AVE
BETHLEHEM, PA 18020
Categories: BETHLEHEM PA

2310 HIGHLAND AVE 18.3 miles

2310 HIGHLAND AVE
BETHLEHEM, PA 18020
Categories: BETHLEHEM PA

321 N Furnace St, 18.5 miles

321 N Furnace St,
Birdsboro, PA 19508
Categories: Birdsboro PA

WALNUT ST 18.6 miles

WALNUT ST
READING, PA 19606
Categories: READING PA

32 MAPLE AVE 18.9 miles

32 MAPLE AVE
LINE LEXINGTON, PA 18932
Categories: LINE LEXINGTON PA

407 W LINCOLN HWY STE 109 19.1 miles

407 W LINCOLN HWY STE 109
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

78 2ND AVE 19.2 miles

78 2ND AVE
COLLEGEVILLE, PA 19426
Categories: COLLEGEVILLE PA

4400 Perkiomen Ave, 19.2 miles

4400 Perkiomen Ave,
Reading, PA 19606
Categories: Reading PA

4333 Easton Ave, Suite A 19.5 miles

4333 Easton Ave, Suite A
Bethlehem, PA 18020
Categories: Bethlehem PA

2101 EMRICK BLVD 1ST FL 19.9 miles

2101 EMRICK BLVD 1ST FL
BETHLEHEM, PA 18020
Categories: BETHLEHEM PA

1970 N BROAD ST 20.0 miles

1970 N BROAD ST
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

1313 N BROAD ST 20.0 miles

1313 N BROAD ST
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

826 N BROAD ST 20.0 miles

826 N BROAD ST
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

2031 N BROAD ST STE 127 20.0 miles

2031 N BROAD ST STE 127
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

2131 N Broad St, 20.0 miles

2131 N Broad St,
Lansdale, PA 19446
Categories: Lansdale PA

525 N BROAD ST 20.1 miles

525 N BROAD ST
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

1019 S BROAD ST 20.3 miles

1019 S BROAD ST
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

3050 N 5th Street Hwy, 20.6 miles

3050 N 5th Street Hwy,
Reading, PA 19605
Categories: Reading PA

4201 POTTSVILLE PIKE 20.6 miles

4201 POTTSVILLE PIKE
READING, PA 19605
Categories: READING PA

5001B PERKIOMEN AVE 20.8 miles

5001B PERKIOMEN AVE
READING, PA 19606
Categories: READING PA

3225 N 5TH STREET HWY STE 4 21.0 miles

3225 N 5TH STREET HWY STE 4
READING, PA 19605
Categories: READING PA

1114 COMMONS BLVD 21.4 miles

1114 COMMONS BLVD
READING, PA 19605
Categories: READING PA

1500 HORIZON DR STE 102 21.8 miles

1500 HORIZON DR STE 102
CHALFONT, PA 18914
Categories: CHALFONT PA

1700 Horizon Dr, Suite 205 21.8 miles

1700 Horizon Dr, Suite 205
Chalfont, PA 18914
Categories: Chalfont PA

Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735 21.9 miles

Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Categories: Phoenixville PA

400 S GREENWOOD AVE 21.9 miles

400 S GREENWOOD AVE
EASTON, PA 18045
Categories: EASTON PA

450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center 22.2 miles

450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Categories: Phoenixville PA

2461 NAZARETH RD 25th Street Shopping 22.2 miles

2461 NAZARETH RD 25th Street Shopping
EASTON, PA 18045
Categories: EASTON PA

1456 FERRY ROAD, UNIT 401 22.3 miles

1456 FERRY ROAD, UNIT 401
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
Categories: DOYLESTOWN PA

229 S 22nd St, 22.9 miles

229 S 22nd St,
Easton, PA 18042
Categories: Easton PA

3601 Nazareth Rd, 22.9 miles

3601 Nazareth Rd,
Easton, PA 18045
Categories: Easton PA

2521 W MAIN ST 23.0 miles

2521 W MAIN ST
NORRISTOWN, PA 19403
Categories: NORRISTOWN PA

2500 BERNVILLE RD 23.2 miles

2500 BERNVILLE RD
READING, PA 19605
Categories: READING PA

252 W Swamp Rd, 23.2 miles

252 W Swamp Rd,
Doylestown, PA 18901
Categories: Doylestown PA

800 W STATE ST STE 102 23.4 miles

800 W STATE ST STE 102
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
Categories: DOYLESTOWN PA

520 E Lancaster Ave, 23.6 miles

520 E Lancaster Ave,
Shillington, PA 19607
Categories: Shillington PA

1665 STATE HILL RD BERKSHIRE MALL 23.6 miles

1665 STATE HILL RD BERKSHIRE MALL
WYOMISSING, PA 19610
Categories: WYOMISSING PA

400-B South 4th Street, 23.6 miles

400-B South 4th Street,
Hamburg, PA 19526
Categories: Hamburg PA

2001 State Hill Road, Suite 130 23.7 miles

2001 State Hill Road, Suite 130
Wyomissing, PA 19610
Categories: Wyomissing PA

25 South Broad Street, Suite 102 23.8 miles

25 South Broad Street, Suite 102
Nazareth, PA 18064
Categories: Nazareth PA

724 Dekalb Pike, 23.8 miles

724 Dekalb Pike,
Blue Bell, PA 19422
Categories: Blue Bell PA

PO BOX 754 24.1 miles

PO BOX 754
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

96 COMMERCE DR STE 113 24.3 miles

96 COMMERCE DR STE 113
WYOMISSING, PA 19610
Categories: WYOMISSING PA

275 S MAIN ST STE 4 24.4 miles

275 S MAIN ST STE 4
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
Categories: DOYLESTOWN PA

135 LAFAYETTE AVE 24.6 miles

135 LAFAYETTE AVE
PALMERTON, PA 18071
Categories: PALMERTON PA

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 Hereford, 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 Hereford, 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 Hereford, 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 Hereford, 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 Hereford, 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.

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Population (total):

Population (male): 523

Median Age: 47.9 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Hereford: 94.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.3%

Sex Offenders:

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (19.5%), Pennsylvania German (11.1%), Irish (7.8%), American (7.0%), Scottish (3.7%), Slavic (2.8%).

Elevation: 460 feet

Zip Codes: 18056

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $61,058
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $30,081
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $173,700 Hereford:$173,700PA:$181,200

Races:
      White alone - 853 - 91.7%
      Hispanic - 42 - 4.5%
      Two or more races - 23 - 2.5%
      Asian alone - 6 - 0.6%
      Black alone - 4 - 0.4%
      American Indian alone - 1 - 0.1%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.1%

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