Drug Testing Near Me Brighton, CO
If you need a Drug or Alcohol Test in Near Me Brighton, CO , Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Near Me Brighton, CO and the surrounding areas. Our drug testing centers provide urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons , probation or family purposes. Same day service is available and most drug testing Near Me Brighton, CO locations are within minutes of your home or office. Drug testing methods include urine, oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood , ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours.
254 N 4TH AVE 0.4 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
2801 PURCELL ST 1.9 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
1600 PRAIRIE CENTER PKWY 3.1 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
12060 SABLE BLVD 4.7 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
112 S Denver Ave 6.6 miles
Fort Lupton, CO 80621
18240 E 104TH AVE UNIT 205 7.3 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
7120 E 49TH AVE Sapp Brothers Truck Stop 7.4 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
1310 FACTORY CIR 7.5 miles
FORT LUPTON, CO 80621
PO BOX 1769 8.9 miles
COMM CITY, CO 80037
150 TESON ST 8.9 miles
DENVER, CO 80233
209 4TH ST STE A-2 9.3 miles
DACONO, CO 80514
12213 PECOS ST #600 10.8 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80234
11310 Huron St, Suite 220 11.0 miles
Northglenn, CO 80234
11172 HURON ST STE 19 11.1 miles
NORTHGLENN, CO 80234
550 THORNTON PKWY STE 110 11.7 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
1050 W 104TH AVE 11.7 miles
NORTHGLENN, CO 80234
8700 PENA BLVD RM 3284 11.9 miles
DENVER, CO 80249
9195 GRANT ST STE 100 12.0 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
8400 PENA BLVD 12.1 miles
DENVER, CO 80249
9669 HURON ST STE 201 12.2 miles
THORNTON, CO 80260
8515 PEARL ST STE 300 12.5 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
500 E 84TH AVE STE B-14 12.8 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
4590 W 121ST AVE 12.9 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
5590 HAVANA ST STE A 13.1 miles
DENVER, CO 80239
8333 GREENWOOD BLVD ste 215 13.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80221
5720 HOLLY ST 13.9 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
8510 BRYANT ST STE 360 14.0 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
2551 W 84TH AVE 14.1 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
5101 QUEBEC ST 14.2 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
7000 W 117th Ave Unit B 14.4 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
7290 SAMUEL DR STE 114 14.7 miles
DENVER, CO 80221
6900 E 47TH AVENUE DR STE 100 14.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
290 NICKEL ST STE 200 14.8 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
12445 E 39TH AVE UNIT 311 14.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80239
10515 E 40TH AVE STE 105 14.9 miles
DENVER, CO 80239
799 Highway 287, Suite F 14.9 miles
Broomfield, CO 80020
899 US HIGHWAY 287 STE 500 14.9 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
15235 E 38th Ave 14.9 miles
AURORA, CO 80011
1200 W South Boulder Rd Ste 103 15.0 miles
Lafayette, CO 80026
6750 E STAPLETON DR S 15.1 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
3449 CHAMBERS RD STE B 15.2 miles
AURORA, CO 80011
5855 E STAPLETON DR N Ste A130 15.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
420 E 58TH AVE STE 111 15.3 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
6080 W 92ND AVE 15.4 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
2000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD 15.7 miles
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
3350 Peoria Street Ste 190 15.7 miles
Aurora, CO 80011
8120 SHERIDAN BLVD STE 302A 15.7 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80003
P O Box 179 Mail Stop 1398 15.8 miles
Littleton, CO 80201
380 EMPIRE RD STE 120 16.1 miles
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
1701 CHAMBERS RD STE E 16.7 miles
AURORA, CO 80011
3801 BRIGHTON BLVD 16.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
500 SUMMIT BLVD 17.5 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80021
8842 W 79TH AVE 17.7 miles
ARVADA, CO 80005
1920 HIGH ST 18.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80218
1551 PROFESSIONAL LN UNIT 140 18.2 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1551 PROFESSIONAL LN 18.2 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1835 FRANKLIN ST 18.3 miles
DENVER, CO 80218
2420 W 26TH AVE STE200D 18.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80211
1670 BROADWAY 28TH FL 18.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80202
205 S MAIN ST STE C 18.6 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1730 BLAKE ST STE 100 18.7 miles
DENVER, CO 80202
5275 MARSHALL ST STE 201 18.7 miles
ARVADA, CO 80002
1515 Wazee Ste D 18.8 miles
Denver, CO 80202
2490 W 26TH AVE STE 200A 19.1 miles
DENVER, CO 80211
ONSITE TESTING ONLY 3924 Wolff St 19.1 miles
Denver, CO 80212
6750 W 52ND AVE STE F 19.3 miles
ARVADA, CO 80002
7450 W 52ND AVE UNIT H 19.3 miles
ARVADA, CO 80002
2419 E 5TH AVE 19.5 miles
DENVER, CO 80206
1860 INDUSTRIAL CIR 19.6 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
829 MAIN ST STE 1 19.8 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
13650 E MISSISSIPPI AVE STE 100 19.9 miles
AURORA, CO 80012
777 BANNOCK ST 20.0 miles
DENVER, CO 80204
469 S CHERRY ST STE 101 20.1 miles
DENVER, CO 80246
1411 S Potomac St, Suite 290 20.3 miles
Aurora, CO 80012
1550 S POTOMAC, STE 325 20.5 miles
AURORA, CO 80012
1444 S Potomac St Ste 200 20.5 miles
Aurora, CO 80012
8995 W 44TH AVE 20.5 miles
WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033
875 S COLORADO BLVD 20.7 miles
DENVER, CO 80246
2144 N Main St Ste 8 20.9 miles
Longmont, CO 80501
1925 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE 21.1 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
850 23RD AVE Ste A 21.1 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1950 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE 21.1 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
4101 E LOUISIANA AVE STE 100 21.1 miles
DENVER, CO 80246
120 BRYANT ST 21.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80219
2130 Mountain View Ave, 21.2 miles
Longmont, CO 80501
695 S Broadway, 21.4 miles
Denver, CO 80209
2323 S TROY ST STE 01-301 21.5 miles
AURORA, CO 80014
5387 Manhattan Cir, Suite 102 21.6 miles
Boulder, CO 80303
5377 MANHATTAN CIRCLE #100 21.6 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
10355 E ILIFF AVE 21.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80247
1780 S Bellaire St Ste 302 21.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80222
1212 S BROADWAY STE 150 21.9 miles
DENVER, CO 80210
4800 BASELINE RD Ste D-106 22.0 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
4747 ARAPAHOE AVE 22.0 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
3033 S PARKER RD STE 800 22.4 miles
AURORA, CO 80014
18890 E HAMPDEN AVE 23.1 miles
AURORA, CO 80013
1500 28TH ST 23.3 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
3545 S TAMARAC DR STE 130 23.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80237
3300 28TH ST 23.4 miles
BOULDER, CO 80301
7500 W MISSISSIPPI AVE STE A 230 23.7 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226
605 PARFET ST STE 103 23.9 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215
11185 W 6TH AVE 24.1 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215
499 E HAMPDEN AVE STE 290 24.5 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113
7585 W ARKANSAS AVE STE B 24.6 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80232
125 E Hampden Ave 24.6 miles
Englewood, CO 80113
3601 S CLARKSON ST 24.6 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113
10600 W ALAMEDA AVE STE L8 24.6 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226
200 UNION BLVD STE 318 24.7 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80228
16728 E Smoky Hill Rd 24.7 miles
Centennial, CO 80015
1100 BALSAM AVE 24.7 miles
BOULDER, CO 80304
730 W HAMPDEN AVE STE 200 24.8 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110
901 W HAMPDEN AVE UNIT 103 24.8 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110
11600 W 2ND PL 24.9 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80228
How to schedule a drug test in Near Me Brighton, CO
Schedule Online or By Phone-Easy As 1, 2, 3
Step 1: Select and purchase your test online or call our Local scheduling center at (800)-221-4291. One of our representatives is ready to assist you and schedule your test. Payment must be received at the time of registration as testing centers do not accept payments,Same day service is available for most types of tests.
Step 2: If you scheduled online, complete the Donor Information/Registration Section and enter where you want the confidential test results sent via email. The zip code you enter will be used to determine the closest drug/alcohol testing center to you and where you will go to take your test.
Step 3: Your authorization form/donor pass will include the local testing center address and hours of operation. It will be sent to the e-mail address you provided. Take the form with you or have it available on your smart phone to provide to the testing center. No appointment necessary!
Urine or hair drug testing methods in Near Me Brighton, CO - You choose!
Accredited Drug Testing offers different testing methods depending upon our customer's needs. With a 1 to 5-day detection period urine testing is the most common method used by employers, courts and schools. However, hair drug and alcohol testing are becoming a frequently used testing method due to a detection period of approximately 90 days.
What is the most common urine/hair drug test?
Both a 5-panel urine or 5 panel hair drug test screens for the same drugs, however, the look-back period or detection window is very different. A urine drug test provides a look back period of 1-5 days while a hair drug test provides use up to 90 days from the date the specimen was collected.
- Amphetamines
- Cocaine
- Marijuana
- Opiates
- PCP
Court Ordered Drug Testing (Probation/Child Custody)
Our local drug testing Near Me Brighton, CO centers provide drug and alcohol tests that are utilized for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings, including probation and other types of government required tests. Observed tests are available and tests results can be submitted for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings including probation hearings, child custody cases, litigation and all manner of government required tests.
Court ordered drug tests should contain detailed instructions specifying the type of test to be administered and the drugs that should be screened for. If sample collection needs to be witnessed in order to prevent potential tampering or substitution, those specifications will be stated in the court order.
DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Services in Near Me Brighton, CO
We also specialize in providing testing services for all DOT Modes including Trucking Industry (FMCSA), Maritime Industry (USCG), Aviation Industry (FAA), Public Transportation (FTA), Railroad Industry (FRA) and Pipeline Industry (PHMSA) in accordance with Part 40 of the US Department of Transportation Compliance Regulations. Additional DOT Services include consortium enrollment, MVR reports, Supervisor Training and policy manual development. In addition, we offer a complete DOT Compliance Program for single operators and small trucking companies.
Additional DOT Services:
- Consortium Enrollment
- DOT Physicals
- Supervisor Training
- Employer Drug Policy Development
- MVR Reports
- Employee Training
- Background Checks
- FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search
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).
Employer/Drug Free Workplace Testing in Near Me Brighton, CO
Many companies and employers may be interested in being a drug free workplace, if so, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in providing comprehensive and cost-effective drug free workplace programs for small, medium and large companies. Organizations that utilize an employee drug testing program are commonly referred to as a Drug Free Workplace. However, many times companies do not fully qualify as a Drug Free Workplace because the drug testing program which they use does not have all of the components which make up a true Drug Free Workplace under their State specific law. Our Drug Testing Near Me Brighton, CO locations are ready to serve your needs.
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What Are the Benefits of Being a Drug Free Workplace in Near Me Brighton, CO ?
- Enhanced Employee Performance
- Reduced Job-Related Accidents
- Reduced Employee Absenteeism
- Lower Workers Compensation Rates
- Improved Employee Moral
- Customer Satisfaction
On-site/Mobile Drug Testing in Near Me Brighton, CO
Do you have at least 10 employees needing a drug or alcohol test? If so, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site drug testing at your place of business. On-site drug testing services is frequently used by construction sites, manufacturing facilities, job fairs. On-site drug testing is available for pre employment and random testing. Call us today at (800)221-4291 and speak to our on-site coordinator to schedule your drug testing event in Near Me Brighton, CO .
Drug Testing Locations in Near Me Brighton, CO
Accredited Drug Testing has drug testing locations in Near Me Brighton, CO and the surrounding areas. Many of our drug testing centers open early and have evening hours to accommodate a person's work schedule. Our drug testing locations in Near Me Brighton, CO have certified and trained drug testing specialists ready to serve your testing needs in a friendly, knowledgeable and confidential manner.
Drug testing purposes for employers include pre-employment, random selection, post-accident and reasonable suspicion. Testing purposes for individuals can include court ordered, probation, child custody or for any other personal reason.
Accredited Drug Testing is a nationwide drug testing company with testing centers in Near Me Brighton, CO specializing in Drug, Alcohol, DNA testing. DOT Physicals and Background Checks.
On the road or vacation? No worries! We can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
With over 20,000 testing centers throughout the United States, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all States and in most cities and towns.
Which drug testing panel is right for you?
Drug test screening groups are commonly referred to as a drug testing panel. The most common panels used are a 5 panel, 10 panel and 12 panel drug tests, (panels specify how many drugs will be screened) however customized screening can be analyzed for drugs such as opiates, bath salts, synthetic cannabinoids and a wide range of prescription drugs.
Customized Drug Testing Near Me Brighton, CO
Accredited Drug Testing in Near Me Brighton, CO also provides customized drug testing for synthetic marijuana, Ketamine, spice, kratom, bath salts and various opioids including Fentanyl, Oxycodone, Vicodin, Percocet, and others. Prescription drugs can be screened including Adderall, Ritalin, and Suboxone with levels reflecting usage.
Additional customized Drug Testing panels available include
- Narcotics
- Meperidine
- Tramadol
- Fentanyl
- Meprobamate
- Butorphanol
- Ketamine
- Nalbuphine, Naloxone, Naltrexone and/or Metabolite
- Pentazocine
- Antidepressants
- Amitriptyline
- Nortriptyline
- Fluoxetine and/or Metabolite
- Sertraline
- Antihistamines
- Chlorpheniramine
- Diphenhydramine
- Doxylamine
- Pheniramine
- Brompheniramine
- Stimulants
- Stimulants Diethylpropion
- Ephedrine
- Methylphenidate
- Phenmetrazine
- Phendimetrazine
- Phentermine
- Phenylpropanolamine
- Pseudoephedrine
- Alcohol (8-hour lookback)
- ETG Alcohol (80-hour look back)
- Other Drug(s)
- Zolpidem
What is a Drug Test?
A drug test is a technical analysis of a biological specimen, for example urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, and/or oral fluid/saliva-to determine the presence or absence of specified parent drugs or their metabolites. Major applications of drug testing include detection of the presence of performance enhancing steroids in sport, employers and parole/probation officers screening for drugs prohibited by law (such as cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine, and heroin) and police officers testing for the presence and concentration of alcohol (ethanol) in the blood commonly referred to as BAC (blood alcohol content). BAC tests are typically administered via a breathalyzer while urinalysis is used for the vast majority of drug testing in sports and the workplace. Numerous other methods with varying degrees of accuracy, sensitivity (detection threshold/cutoff), and detection periods exist. A drug test may also refer to a test that provides quantitative chemical analysis of an illegal drug, typically intended to help with responsible drug use.
Does passive smoke inhalation cause a false positive for marijuana?
"Passive" smoke inhalation from being in a room with people smoking marijuana is not considered valid, as the cut-off concentrations for lab analysis are set well above that which might occur for passive inhalation.
Other abnormalities in the urine screen may indicate that results may be a false negative or that there was deliberate adulteration of the sample. For example:
- a low creatinine lab value can indicate that a urine sample was tampered with; either the subject diluted their urine by consuming excessive water just prior to testing, or water was added to the urine sample. creatinine levels are often used in conjunction with specific gravity to determine if samples have been diluted. To help avoid this problem, the testing lab may color the water in their toilet blue to prevent the sample being diluted with water from the toilet. subjects may also attempt to add certain enzymes to the urine sample to affect stability, but this often changes the pH, which is also tested.
How long do drugs stay in your system?
The window of detection or often times referred to as look back period of a drug test depend on several factors. Some of the factors impacting how long a drug will stay in your system are:
- The amount of the drug taken
- The frequency of the drug taken
- The type of drug taken
- An individual's body metabolic rate and general health
- The amount of fluids consumed since ingesting the drug
- The amount of exercise since ingesting the drug
- Other genetic variations that would impact an individual's response to a specific drug
Why choose Accredited Drug Testing in Near Me Brighton, CO ?
Our staff is prepared to assist you with any questions you may have in a friendly and confidential manner and providing exceptional customer service and being available when you need us for drug testing in Near Me Brighton, CO is our #1 Priority and we look forward to serving the needs of employers and individuals who need any type of test.
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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
Local Drug Testing: An Essential Guide
Local drug testing plays a pivotal role in maintaining safe and productive environments across a variety of sectors, including workplaces, schools, and sporting events. It involves analyzing biological samples to detect the presence of drugs and is crucial for enforcing drug-free policies. This guide provides consumers with comprehensive information about the importance, methods, and benefits of local drug testing.
Importance of Local Drug Testing
Drug testing at a local level helps organizations comply with legal requirements, supports public safety, and promotes health within communities. It is a deterrent against the use and abuse of drugs, providing a basis for intervention and support when needed.
Common Methods of Local Drug Testing
- Urine Testing: The most common method due to its cost-effectiveness and the ability to detect a wide range of drugs over a considerable period.
- Saliva Testing: Gaining popularity for its non-invasive nature and the ability to conduct tests easily on-site with immediate results.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window, up to 90 days, making it effective for identifying habitual drug use.
- Blood Testing: Offers highly accurate results but is less commonly used due to its invasive nature and higher cost.
Choosing a Local Drug Testing Provider
- Accreditation: Ensure the provider is accredited by relevant health and safety regulatory bodies to guarantee high standards in testing.
- Types of Tests Offered: Consider the range of drug testing services offered to ensure they meet specific needs, whether for employment screening, legal compliance, or personal reasons.
- Confidentiality and Privacy: The provider should have strict protocols to protect the privacy and confidentiality of individuals undergoing drug testing.
Benefits of Local Drug Testing
Implementing drug testing locally offers numerous benefits:
- Safety: Reduces the risks associated with drug-related accidents in the workplace and public spaces.
- Compliance: Helps organizations adhere to industry regulations and legal standards.
- Health and Prevention: Promotes a healthier environment and provides early detection, which is crucial for effective drug prevention and treatment strategies.
Local drug testing is an invaluable resource for ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, enhancing workplace productivity, and fostering community health. By understanding the options and selecting a reputable provider, organizations and individuals can effectively utilize drug testing to meet their specific needs.
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Local Area Info: Brighton
Archaeological evidence of settlement in the area dates back to the Bronze Age, Roman and Anglo-Saxon periods. The ancient settlement of "Brighthelmstone" was documented in the Domesday Book (1086). The town's importance grew in the Middle Ages as the Old Town developed, but it languished in the early modern period, affected by foreign attacks, storms, a suffering economy and a declining population. Brighton began to attract more visitors following improved road transport to London and becoming a boarding point for boats travelling to France. The town also developed in popularity as a health resort for sea bathing as a purported cure for illnesses.
In the Georgian era, Brighton developed as a fashionable seaside resort, encouraged by the patronage of the Prince Regent, later King George IV, who spent much time in the town and constructed the Royal Pavilion in the Regency era. Brighton continued to grow as a major centre of tourism following the arrival of the railways in 1841, becoming a popular destination for day-trippers from London. Many of the major attractions were built in the Victorian era, including the Metropole Hotel (now Hilton) Grand Hotel, the West Pier, and the Brighton Palace Pier. The town continued to grow into the 20th century, expanding to incorporate more areas into the town's boundaries before joining the town of Hove to form the unitary authority of Brighton and Hove in 1997, which was granted city status in 2000. Today, Brighton and Hove district has a resident population of about 288,200 and the wider Brighton and Hove conurbation has a population of 474,485 (2011 census).[note 1]
Brighton's location has made it a popular destination for tourists, renowned for its diverse communities, quirky shopping areas, large cultural, music and arts scene and its large LGBT population, leading to its recognition as the "unofficial gay capital of the UK". Brighton attracted 7.5 million day visitors in 2015/16 and 4.9 million overnight visitors, and is the most popular seaside destination in the UK for overseas tourists. Brighton has also been called the UK's "hippest city", and "the happiest place to live in the UK".