Ruskin, FL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 17,208.

Population (male): 8,341

Population (female): 8,867

Median Age: 32.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $990.

Poverty (breakdown): (14.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 7.5% for Black residents, 30.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 72.3% for American Indian residents, 35.7% for other race residents, 10.1% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 11 feet

Races:
      White alone - 9,434 - 42.1%
      Hispanic - 9,289 - 41.4%
      Black alone - 3,105 - 13.9%
      Two or more races - 355 - 1.6%
      Asian alone - 241 - 1.1%
      Other race alone - 116 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 38 - 0.2%

In 1930 Ruskin's population had reached 709, consisting of 395 males and 314 females. Despite the deed restrictions against African Americans owning or leasing property, 140 black people resided in Ruskin. The rest of the population was white, of whom 514 were native and 52 were foreign-born. Three companies operated in Ruskin in 1935 despite the Depression and a drop to 600 residents: Florida Power & Light Company; Ruskin Telephone, Electric Light and Power Company, Inc.; and Ruskin Trailer Company.

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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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Hair Follicle Drug Testing Ruskin, FL

Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides Hair Follicle drug testing Ruskin, FL for individuals and employers needing a drug test utilizing the hair follicle analysis process. To schedule a hair follicle drug test in Ruskin, FL, Call (800) 221-4291. Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.


Hair follicle drug testing Ruskin, FL is available for 5, 10, and 12 panel drug screenings.

To schedule a Hair Follicle Drug Test at one of our testing centers in the Grady county area, Call (800) 221-4291, Same Day Service Available. Testing centers do not require an appointment, but you must call and register for the test.

Hair follicle drug testing is becoming a more popular method by employers and individuals in need of a drug test due to the detection time frame being longer than a standard urine test.

Local Hair follicle drug testing Ruskin, FL centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Ruskin, FL facilities have certified drug testing technicians available to conduct a hair follicle drug test collection.

Hair Follicle Drug Test

In recent years the method to conduct drug testing has more frequently included a hair follicle drug test. Many employers, courts and Substance Abuse Professionals are requiring a hair follicle drug test instead of a standard urine test. Hair follicle drug tests are used by employers who have zero-tolerance drug use policies, courts and individuals on probation. The primary benefit of a hair follicle drug test includes a much longer detection period for drug use which typically is up to 90 days. However, when screening drug use within the last 5 days the urine test continues to be the most accurate test.

Hair Follicle Drug Test Process

The procedure used to perform a hair follicle test is simple, the drug testing specialist will cut approximately 120 strands of hair (not really a lot) utilize a chain of custody procedure and send the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. Drug testing centers require at least 1.5 inches of hair to perform this test and the hair generally needs to come from the head, however if the donor does not have head hair certain testing centers can use hair from chest, leg or arm pit.

If a donor has no hair on their body, than a hair test cannot be performed!

Hair Follicle Drug Test Results

Once the hair follicles have been analyzed by a certified laboratory they will then be reviewed and then verified by a Medical Review Officer (licensed Physician) who will than release the results. Generally a negative hair follicle drug test result is available in 2-3 days. A non-negative hair follicle drug test is available in approximately 5 days.

Urine cut-off levels are expressed in nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) or as a weight of drug per unit volume of urine. Hair cut-off levels are expressed in picograms per milligram (pg/mg) or as a weight of drug per unit weight of hair

5 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 5 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamine
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • Phencyclidine

5 Panel w/ Expanded Opiates Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 5 panel w/ expanded Opiates hair drug test screens for the standard 5 drugs but will also screen for Opiate class drugs such as pain killers, which may indicate abuse of prescription drugs

  • Amphetamine
  • Cocaine
  • Codeine
  • Marijuana
  • Morphine
  • Phencyclidine
  • Hydrocodone
  • Hydromorphone
  • Oxycodone
  • Oxymorphone
  • 6 AM- Heroine

10 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 10 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Methadone
  • Methamphetamine
  • Opiates
  • Phencyclidine
  • Propoxyphene

12 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 12 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Meperidine
  • Methadone
  • Opiates
  • Oxycodone
  • Phencyclidine
  • Propoxyphene
  • Tramadol

To schedule a Hair follicle Drug Testing Ruskin, FL Call (800)221-4291.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc. is pleased to provide hair follicle drug testing, alcohol testing, occupational health and DNA testing services in Ruskin, FL.


3814 State Road 674, 3.6 miles

3814 State Road 674,
Ruskin, FL 33573
Categories: Ruskin FL

6015 REX HALL LN 3.7 miles

6015 REX HALL LN
APOLLO BEACH, FL 33572
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3909 GALEN CT STE 101 4.0 miles

3909 GALEN CT STE 101
SUN CITY CENTER, FL 33573
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5129 STATE ROAD 674 STE A 7.6 miles

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WIMAUMA, FL 33598
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PARRISH, FL 34219
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St Petersburg, FL 33701
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ST PETERSBURG, FL 33704
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TAMPA, FL 33619
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SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33702
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BRANDON, FL 33511
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TAMPA, FL 33606
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2919 W SWANN AVE Ste 402
TAMPA, FL 33609
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3305 W KENNEDY BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33609
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3745 33RD ST N STE A 16.1 miles

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ST PETERSBURG, FL 33713
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1550 BLOOMINGDALE AVE 16.1 miles

1550 BLOOMINGDALE AVE
VALRICO, FL 33596
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TAMPA, FL 33619
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BRADENTON, FL 34212
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TAMPA, FL 33605
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1411 OAKFIELD DR 16.7 miles

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BRANDON, FL 33511
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TAMPA, FL 33619
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934 Oakfield Drive 16.9 miles

934 Oakfield Drive
Brandon, FL 33511
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613 MEDICAL CARE DR 17.0 miles

613 MEDICAL CARE DR
BRANDON, FL 33511
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3860 W COLUMBUS DR W BOY SCOUT BLVD 17.0 miles

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TAMPA, FL 33607
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BRANDON, FL 33511
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230 S MOON AVE 17.3 miles

230 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
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4305 E 21ST AVE 17.3 miles

4305 E 21ST AVE
TEMPE, FL 33605
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4305 E 21ST AVE 17.3 miles

4305 E 21ST AVE
TAMPA, FL 33605
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4105 49TH ST N STE B 17.4 miles

4105 49TH ST N STE B
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33709
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5610 W LA SALLE ST 17.4 miles

5610 W LA SALLE ST
TAMPA, FL 33607
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220 W BRANDON BLVD STE 209 17.4 miles

220 W BRANDON BLVD STE 209
BRANDON, FL 33511
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205 E BRANDON BLVD STE B
BRANDON, FL 33511
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206 E BRANDON BLVD 17.5 miles

206 E BRANDON BLVD
BRANDON, FL 33511
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701 Manatee Avenue West, Suite 102 17.7 miles

701 Manatee Avenue West, Suite 102
Bradenton, FL 34205
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5783 49TH ST N 17.8 miles

5783 49TH ST N
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33709
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3012 N US HIGHWAY 301 17.8 miles

3012 N US HIGHWAY 301
TAMPA, FL 33619
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3110 CHERRY PALM DR 18.1 miles

3110 CHERRY PALM DR
TAMPA, FL 33619
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829 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE 115 18.2 miles

829 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE 115
TAMPA, FL 33607
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900 CARILLON PKWY STE 406 18.2 miles

900 CARILLON PKWY STE 406
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33716
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900 CARILLON PKWY STE 106
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33716
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2810 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 18.3 miles

2810 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
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3005 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 18.3 miles

3005 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
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560 CARILLON PKWY 18.3 miles

560 CARILLON PKWY
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33716
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2727 W DR MLK BLVD STE 200
TAMPA, FL 33607
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4602 N NEBRASKA AVE
TAMPA, FL 33603
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6800 Gulfport Blvd S Ste 115, 18.5 miles

6800 Gulfport Blvd S Ste 115,
South Pasadena, FL 33707
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TAMPA, FL 33614
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1609 PASADENA AVE S STE 2E 18.8 miles

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SOUTH PASADENA, FL 33707
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BRADENTON, FL 34209
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1550 PASADENA AVE S
SOUTH PASADENA, FL 33707
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3251 66TH ST N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33710
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6500 38TH AVE N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33710
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6110 53RD AVE E
BRADENTON, FL 34203
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BRADENTON, FL 34205
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6060 53RD AVE E UNIT C
BRADENTON, FL 34203
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6002 49TH ST N ANNEX BLDG
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33709
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11752 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 19.8 miles

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SEFFNER, FL 33584
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5011 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE STE E
TAMPA, FL 33634
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4319 20TH ST W STE 101
BRADENTON, FL 34205
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801 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
SEFFNER, FL 33584
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2010 59TH ST W STE 3600
BRADENTON, FL 34209
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5406 HOOVER BLVD STE 21 20.0 miles

5406 HOOVER BLVD STE 21
TAMPA, FL 33634
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5801 21ST AVE W 20.1 miles

5801 21ST AVE W
BRADENTON, FL 34209
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1105 53RD AVE E BLDG A
BRADENTON, FL 34203
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919 53RD AVE E
BRADENTON, FL 34203
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5635 HOOVER BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33634
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3649 CORTEZ RD W
BRADENTON, FL 34210
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7001 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 10
TAMPA, FL 33614
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4805 26TH ST W
BRADENTON, FL 34207
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3633 CORTEZ RD W STE B10
BRADENTON, FL 34210
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7926 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE
TAMPA, FL 33615
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5653 PARK ST N STE 2 20.8 miles

5653 PARK ST N STE 2
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33709
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11370 66TH ST STE 125
LARGO, FL 33773
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5927 WEBB RD
TAMPA, FL 33615
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13163 66TH ST
LARGO, FL 33773
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1010 E BUSCH BLVD STE 103 21.6 miles

1010 E BUSCH BLVD STE 103
TAMPA, FL 33612
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4899 W WATERS AVE STE C
TAMPA, FL 33634
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8401 J R MANOR DR STE 200
TAMPA, FL 33634
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10320 N 56TH ST STE 110
TEMPLE TERRACE, FL 33617
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8466 LOCKWOOD RIDGE RD STE 322
SARASOTA, FL 34243
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8466 LOCKWOOD RIDGE RD STE 319
SARASOTA, FL 34243
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7601 SEMINOLE BLVD
SEMINOLE, FL 33772
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11315 N 30TH ST
TAMPA, FL 33612
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6272 LAKE OSPREY DR
SARASOTA, FL 34240
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8451 SHADE AVE BLDG 2 STE 109
SARASOTA, FL 34243
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8451 Shade Avenue, Suite 106,
Sarasota, FL 34243
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11232 PARK BLVD,
SEMINOLE, FL 33772
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3100 E FLETCHER AVE
TAMPA, FL 33613
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11200 SEMINOLE BLVD STE 100 24.1 miles

11200 SEMINOLE BLVD STE 100
LARGO, FL 33778
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13610 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33613
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10500 ULMERTON RD STE 202
LARGO, FL 33771
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CLEARWATER, FL 33759
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14438 UNIVERSITY COVE PL
TAMPA, FL 33613
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13856 N DALE MABRY HWY
TAMPA, FL 33618
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11611 Sheldon Rd,
Tampa, FL 33626
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6182 GUNN HWY
TAMPA, FL 33625
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1400 E BAY DR
LARGO, FL 33771
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3450 Bushwood Park Dive Ste 100
TAMPA, FL 33618
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TAMPA, FL 33626
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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)

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Comprehensive Guide to Hair Follicle Drug Testing

Hair follicle drug testing is a sophisticated technique used to detect both illicit drug use and the misuse of prescription drugs over an extended period. This method of testing is favored for its ability to provide a detailed drug use history far beyond the capability of standard urine tests, which only capture drug use within days of consumption.

Understanding Hair Follicle Drug Testing

During a hair follicle drug test, a small sample of hair is collected, usually from the head. This sample is then analyzed to detect drug molecules and their metabolites that have been deposited into the hair from the bloodstream. Drugs that can be detected include but are not limited to cannabis, cocaine, opiates, and methamphetamine.

Key Applications

  • Workplace Compliance: Employers often implement hair follicle testing to maintain a drug-free work environment, especially in industries where safety is paramount.
  • Legal Evidence: In the legal arena, these tests can provide compelling evidence in cases such as custody disputes or driving under the influence (DUI) incidents.
  • Substance Abuse Monitoring: Rehabilitation centers may utilize hair tests to monitor individuals over time, ensuring adherence to treatment programs.

Benefits of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  1. Extended Window of Detection: Unlike other tests, hair follicle testing can detect drug use up to 90 days back, offering a long-range view into an individual's drug history.
  2. Low Risk of Tampering: Since hair samples are collected directly and observed, the risk of sample tampering is significantly reduced compared to other forms of testing.
  3. Less Invasive: Collecting hair is far less intrusive compared to blood tests, making it more comfortable for the individual being tested.

Limitations to Consider

Despite its advantages, hair follicle testing isn't without its challenges:

  • Rate of Hair Growth: Variations in hair growth rates can affect the detection period, slightly complicating the interpretation of results.
  • Environmental Contamination: In rare cases, drugs can be externally deposited onto the hair, although rigorous washing protocols before testing help mitigate this issue.
  • Cultural Sensitivity: The need for a hair sample can pose dilemmas for individuals with cultural or religious practices affecting their hair.

Hair follicle drug testing stands out as a reliable method for analyzing long-term drug use. Its application spans various fields from corporate environments to legal settings, making it an indispensable tool for ensuring safety and compliance with drug policies.

Local Area Info: Ruskin, Florida

Ruskin is an unincorporated census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States. The area was part of the chiefdom of the Uzita at the time of the Hernando de Soto expedition in 1539. The community was founded August 7, 1908, on the shores of the Little Manatee River. It was developed by Dr. George McAnelly Miller, an attorney and professor at Ruskin College in Trenton, Missouri, and Addie Dickman Miller. It is named after the essayist and social critic John Ruskin. Miller established the short-lived Ruskin College. It was one of the Ruskin Colleges.

The town and college were named after the English writer and social reformist John Ruskin. Ruskin, a utopian, founded the Guild of St George, a celebration of workmanship that underpinned the Arts and Crafts movement of William Morris. Ruskin was a passionate educator.

In 1907, Dr. George McAnelly Miller, a former Chicago prosecuting attorney and professor, and former president of Ruskin College in Trenton, Missouri, relocated his family to the area, along with his brother-in-law Albert Peter Dickman's family. They purchased land and started to set up homes, a sawmill, and a school. Addie Dickman Miller, Dr. Miller's wife, founded a post office on August 7, 1908. This day is recognized as the official founding day of the town. The Ruskin Commongood Society platted Ruskin on February 19, 1910, and filed the plat on March 9, 1910, in the Hillsborough County Court House, with lots for the college, the business district, two parks, and for the founding families, with only white people allowed to own or lease land in the community. Albert Dickman's house, finished in 1910, on the banks of the Little Manatee River, is one of the few structures left standing from the founding of Ruskin.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 17,208.

Population (male): 8,341

Population (female): 8,867

Median Age: 32.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $990.

Poverty (breakdown): (14.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 7.5% for Black residents, 30.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 72.3% for American Indian residents, 35.7% for other race residents, 10.1% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 11 feet

Races:
      White alone - 9,434 - 42.1%
      Hispanic - 9,289 - 41.4%
      Black alone - 3,105 - 13.9%
      Two or more races - 355 - 1.6%
      Asian alone - 241 - 1.1%
      Other race alone - 116 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 38 - 0.2%

In 1930 Ruskin's population had reached 709, consisting of 395 males and 314 females. Despite the deed restrictions against African Americans owning or leasing property, 140 black people resided in Ruskin. The rest of the population was white, of whom 514 were native and 52 were foreign-born. Three companies operated in Ruskin in 1935 despite the Depression and a drop to 600 residents: Florida Power & Light Company; Ruskin Telephone, Electric Light and Power Company, Inc.; and Ruskin Trailer Company.

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