Weston, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 11,261. >Population change since 2000: -1.8%

Population (male): 5,377

Poverty (breakdown):

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (16.7%), English (16.3%), Italian (8.9%), German (7.1%), Russian (5.7%), United States (5.0%).

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: over $200,000 (it was $153,918 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $127,732 (it was $79,640 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: over $1,000,000 (it was $725,900 in 2000) Weston:over $1,000,000MA:$385,400

Races:
      White alone - 9,393 - 83.4%
      Asian alone - 1,114 - 9.9%
      Hispanic - 294 - 2.6%
      Black alone - 209 - 1.9%
      Two or more races - 212 - 1.9%
      Other race alone - 34 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.04%

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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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Hair Follicle Drug Testing Weston, MA

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


Hair follicle drug testing Weston, MA 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 Weston, MA centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Weston, MA 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 Professional 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 include 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 Weston, MA 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 Weston, MA.


51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 2.3 miles

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200
Waltham, MA 2453
Categories: Waltham MA

1030 MAIN ST 2.6 miles

1030 MAIN ST
WALTHAM, MA 2451
Categories: WALTHAM MA

9 HOPE AVE 2.8 miles

9 HOPE AVE
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

70 HOPE AVE APT 409 2.8 miles

70 HOPE AVE APT 409
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

1 MARINA PARK DR. 4.1 miles

1 MARINA PARK DR.
WEST NEWTON, MA 2465
Categories: WEST NEWTON MA

190 N MAIN ST 5.5 miles

190 N MAIN ST
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208 6.1 miles

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208
NEWTON CENTER, MA 2459
Categories: NEWTON CENTER MA

7 FRANCINE RD 6.1 miles

7 FRANCINE RD
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
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945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W 6.1 miles

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

922 HIGHLAND AVE 6.2 miles

922 HIGHLAND AVE
NEEDHAM, MA 2494
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

286 NEHOIDEN ST 6.6 miles

286 NEHOIDEN ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

41 CARLETON RD 6.8 miles

41 CARLETON RD
BELMONT, MA 2478
Categories: BELMONT MA

148 CHESTNUT ST 7.0 miles

148 CHESTNUT ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

35 BEDFORD ST 7.0 miles

35 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

58 BEDFORD ST 7.1 miles

58 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

376 Arsenal Street 7.1 miles

376 Arsenal Street
Watertown, MA 2472
Categories: Watertown MA

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3 7.2 miles

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1702
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL 7.7 miles

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL
BRIGHTON, MA 2135
Categories: BRIGHTON MA

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100 7.8 miles

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308 8.2 miles

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308
Framingham, MA 1702
Categories: Framingham MA

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350 8.3 miles

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350
BEVERLY, MA 1915
Categories: BEVERLY MA

601 Concord Ave 8.4 miles

601 Concord Ave
Cambridge, MA 2138
Categories: Cambridge MA

7 DEANE ST 8.9 miles

7 DEANE ST
MAYNARD, MA 1754
Categories: MAYNARD MA

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 8.9 miles

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
Categories: BURLINGTON MA

124 WESTERN AVE 9.1 miles

124 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

114 WESTERN AVE 9.1 miles

114 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

358 HARVARD ST 9.2 miles

358 HARVARD ST
BROOKLINE, MA 2446
Categories: BROOKLINE MA

1996 CENTRE ST 9.5 miles

1996 CENTRE ST
WEST ROXBURY, MA 2132
Categories: WEST ROXBURY MA

12 EVERETT ST 9.5 miles

12 EVERETT ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

1285 Beacon St 9.5 miles

1285 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D, 9.7 miles

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D,
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor 9.9 miles

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST 10.2 miles

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

Onsite Only #1 10.2 miles

Onsite Only #1
Cambridge, MA 2139
Categories: Cambridge MA

16 WESTWOOD RD 10.2 miles

16 WESTWOOD RD
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

37 MANNING ST 10.2 miles

37 MANNING ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

10 CAMBRIA ST 10.2 miles

10 CAMBRIA ST
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

319 Longwood Ave, 10.3 miles

319 Longwood Ave,
Boston, MA 2115
Categories: Boston MA

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST 10.3 miles

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

125 PARKER HILL AVE 10.3 miles

125 PARKER HILL AVE
BOSTON, MA 2120
Categories: BOSTON MA

92 HIGH ST 10.4 miles

92 HIGH ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203 10.5 miles

200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203
DEDHAM, MA 2026
Categories: DEDHAM MA

370 PROVIDENCE HWY 10.5 miles

370 PROVIDENCE HWY
DEDHAM, MA 2026
Categories: DEDHAM MA

20 S BORDER RD 11.0 miles

20 S BORDER RD
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

POH on-site only 11.3 miles

POH on-site only
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

Onsite Only 11.3 miles

Onsite Only
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn Ma MA

5 MIDDLESEX AVE 11.4 miles

5 MIDDLESEX AVE
SOMERVILLE, MA 2145
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

48 HAMILTON AVE 11.5 miles

48 HAMILTON AVE
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

101 STATION LNDG 11.7 miles

101 STATION LNDG
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67 11.8 miles

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67
BOSTON, MA 2118
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98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107 12.0 miles

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107
BOSTON, MA 2114
Categories: BOSTON MA

28 Newton St 12.0 miles

28 Newton St
Southboro, MA 1772
Categories: Southboro MA

219 CENTRE ST 12.4 miles

219 CENTRE ST
MALDEN, MA 2148
Categories: MALDEN MA

101 ARCH ST STE 20 12.5 miles

101 ARCH ST STE 20
BOSTON, MA 2110
Categories: BOSTON MA

510 BOSTON RD 12.7 miles

510 BOSTON RD
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 12.8 miles

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 12.8 miles

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400
Woburn, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn MA

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 12.8 miles

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

157 UNION ST 12.8 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

157 UNION ST 12.8 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBORO, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBORO MA

5 WINTER ST 13.4 miles

5 WINTER ST
HUDSON, MA 1749
Categories: HUDSON MA

2100 DORCHESTER AVE 13.6 miles

2100 DORCHESTER AVE
DORCHESTER, MA 2124
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52 BOW ST 13.6 miles

52 BOW ST
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

16 Main Street 13.9 miles

16 Main Street
Stoneham, MA 2180
Categories: Stoneham MA

199 REEDSDALE RD 14.0 miles

199 REEDSDALE RD
MILTON, MA 2186
Categories: MILTON MA

1 HARBORSIDE DR 14.0 miles

1 HARBORSIDE DR
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
Categories: EAST BOSTON MA

92 HIGHLAND ST 14.0 miles

92 HIGHLAND ST
MILTON, MA 2186
Categories: MILTON MA

101 ACCESS RD STE 1B 14.1 miles

101 ACCESS RD STE 1B
NORWOOD, MA 2062
Categories: NORWOOD MA

42 BOSTON POST RD W 14.4 miles

42 BOSTON POST RD W
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

38 VANDERBILT AVE STE E 14.5 miles

38 VANDERBILT AVE STE E
NORWOOD, MA 2062
Categories: NORWOOD MA

335 Morse St, 1st Floor, 14.7 miles

335 Morse St, 1st Floor,
Norwood, MA 2062
Categories: Norwood MA

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 14.7 miles

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1,
Billerica, MA 1862
Categories: Billerica MA

On-site only 15.2 miles

On-site only
Wakefield, MA 1880
Categories: Wakefield MA

81B MAIN ST 15.2 miles

81B MAIN ST
MEDWAY, MA 2053
Categories: MEDWAY MA

7 INDEPENDENCE WAY APT 13 15.3 miles

7 INDEPENDENCE WAY APT 13
FRANKLIN, MA 2038
Categories: FRANKLIN MA

66B CONCORD ST 15.4 miles

66B CONCORD ST
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
Categories: WILMINGTON MA

156 SAINT ANDREW RD 15.6 miles

156 SAINT ANDREW RD
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
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17 MAIN ST APT 2A 15.8 miles

17 MAIN ST APT 2A
WAKEFIELD, MA 1880
Categories: WAKEFIELD MA

39 Village Square, 16.2 miles

39 Village Square,
Chelmsford, MA 1824
Categories: Chelmsford MA

9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2 16.8 miles

9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2
WINTHROP, MA 2152
Categories: WINTHROP MA

2 Adams Place Suite 305 16.8 miles

2 Adams Place Suite 305
Quincy, MA 2169
Categories: Quincy MA

52 CREST AVE STE 7A 16.9 miles

52 CREST AVE STE 7A
WINTHROP, MA 2152
Categories: WINTHROP MA

340 Wood Rd, Suite 302, 17.0 miles

340 Wood Rd, Suite 302,
Braintree, MA 2184
Categories: Braintree MA

371 BROADWAY 17.0 miles

371 BROADWAY
SAUGUS, MA 1906
Categories: SAUGUS MA

500 Congress St Ste 1e, 17.3 miles

500 Congress St Ste 1e,
Quincy, MA 2169
Categories: Quincy MA

10 FORBES RD STE 260E 17.3 miles

10 FORBES RD STE 260E
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

165 GRANITE ST 17.3 miles

165 GRANITE ST
QUINCY, MA 2169
Categories: QUINCY MA

21 SCHOOL ST 17.6 miles

21 SCHOOL ST
QUINCY, MA 2169
Categories: QUINCY MA

345 MAIN ST 17.7 miles

345 MAIN ST
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
Categories: TEWKSBURY MA

100 JOHN RD 17.8 miles

100 JOHN RD
CANTON, MA 2021
Categories: CANTON MA

485 GRANITE ST 17.9 miles

485 GRANITE ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

759 GRANITE ST 18.2 miles

759 GRANITE ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

100 BAY STATE DR 18.2 miles

100 BAY STATE DR
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

700 Rogers Street, 18.3 miles

700 Rogers Street,
Lowell, MA 1854
Categories: Lowell MA

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 18.3 miles

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
Categories: NORTH CHELMSFORD MA

250 POND ST 18.6 miles

250 POND ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

286 WASHINGTON ST 18.8 miles

286 WASHINGTON ST
STOUGHTON, MA 2072
Categories: STOUGHTON MA

271 WESTERN AVE STE102 18.9 miles

271 WESTERN AVE STE102
LYNN, MA 1904
Categories: LYNN MA

1 HOSPITAL DR 19.2 miles

1 HOSPITAL DR
LOWELL, MA 1852
Categories: LOWELL MA

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202 19.3 miles

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202
Northborough, MA 1532
Categories: Northborough MA

115 WATER ST 2ND FL 19.7 miles

115 WATER ST 2ND FL
MILFORD, MA 1757
Categories: MILFORD MA

160 S MAIN ST 20.0 miles

160 S MAIN ST
MILFORD, MA 1757
Categories: MILFORD MA

200 GROTON RD 20.0 miles

200 GROTON RD
AYER, MA 1432
Categories: AYER MA

75 Stockwell Dr 20.4 miles

75 Stockwell Dr
Avon, MA 2322
Categories: Avon MA

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 20.6 miles

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL
PEABODY, MA 1960
Categories: PEABODY MA

P.O. Box 546 20.7 miles

P.O. Box 546
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

14 ROCKHILL ST 21.1 miles

14 ROCKHILL ST
FOXBORO, MA 2035
Categories: FOXBORO MA

966 PARK ST UNIT B7 21.2 miles

966 PARK ST UNIT B7
STOUGHTON, MA 2072
Categories: STOUGHTON MA

10 Commercial St, 21.9 miles

10 Commercial St,
Foxboro, MA 2035
Categories: Foxboro MA

229 Andover Street 22.0 miles

229 Andover Street
Peabody, MA 1960
Categories: Peabody MA

851 Main Street, 2nd Floor 22.1 miles

851 Main Street, 2nd Floor
S. Weymouth, MA 2190
Categories: S. Weymouth MA

140 Commonwealth Ave, 22.3 miles

140 Commonwealth Ave,
Danvers, MA 1923
Categories: Danvers MA

774 SOUTH ST 22.5 miles

774 SOUTH ST
WRENTHAM, MA 2093
Categories: WRENTHAM MA

138 Haverhill St, 23.0 miles

138 Haverhill St,
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

194 NORTH ST 23.7 miles

194 NORTH ST
DANVERS, MA 1923
Categories: DANVERS MA

1 Branch St, 23.8 miles

1 Branch St,
Methuen, MA 1844
Categories: Methuen MA

630 PLANTATION ST 23.9 miles

630 PLANTATION ST
WORCESTER, MA 1605
Categories: WORCESTER MA

352 BELMONT ST 24.4 miles

352 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A 24.6 miles

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A
Leominster, MA 1453
Categories: Leominster MA

500 Lincoln Street 24.7 miles

500 Lincoln Street
Worcester, MA 1605
Categories: Worcester MA

490 SHREWSBURY ST 24.8 miles

490 SHREWSBURY ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 24.9 miles

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY
NASHUA, NH 3060
Categories: NASHUA NH

1 GENERAL ST 24.9 miles

1 GENERAL ST
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
Categories: LAWRENCE MA

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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

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  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

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Hair Follicle Drug Testing: An Overview

Hair follicle drug testing is a method used to detect the use of illicit drugs or the misuse of prescription drugs over an extended period. Unlike urine tests, which can detect recent drug use, hair follicle testing provides a longer window of detection, typically up to 90 days. This overview explores how hair follicle drug testing works, its applications, and its benefits.

How Hair Follicle Drug Testing Works

The process involves taking a small sample of hair, usually from the head but sometimes from the body if scalp hair is insufficient. The hair is tested to identify drugs and their metabolites, which are deposited in the hair from the bloodstream. This method is sensitive to a wide range of substances, including marijuana, cocaine, opiates, methamphetamine, and phencyclidine (PCP).

Applications of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  • Employment Screening: Many employers use hair follicle testing as part of their pre-employment screening processes and in regular checks to ensure a drug-free workplace.
  • Legal and Forensic Cases: This testing is used in legal settings to provide evidence in custody disputes, DUI cases, and other legal matters requiring proof of drug use.
  • Rehabilitation Monitoring: Health care providers and rehab centers use hair tests to monitor individuals recovering from drug addiction.

Advantages of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  1. Long Detection Period: Can detect drug use for up to 90 days, making it more effective for identifying long-term drug use than other testing methods.
  2. Tamper Resistance: The nature of hair sample collection makes it difficult to tamper with or substitute samples, providing more accurate results.
  3. Non-invasive: The process is simple and does not require the handling of bodily fluids, making it less invasive and safer to administer.

Considerations and Limitations

While hair follicle drug testing is highly effective, there are considerations to keep in mind:

  • Growth Rate Variability: Hair growth rates can vary from person to person, potentially affecting the detection window.
  • Potential for External Contamination: Drugs can sometimes be absorbed from the environment, leading to potential false positives, though washing the hair sample prior to testing can mitigate this risk.
  • Cultural and Personal Concerns: The requirement of hair samples can raise concerns among those with hair loss or individuals whose cultural practices affect hair grooming or styling.

Hair follicle drug testing is a reliable and comprehensive method for detecting drug use over an extended period. It is widely used across various sectors for its accuracy and tamper-resistant methodology, making it a valuable tool in maintaining drug-free environments and supporting legal and medical interventions.

Local Area Info: Weston, Massachusetts

Weston was incorporated in 1713, and protection of the town's historic resources is driven by the Weston Historical Commission and Weston Historical Society. The town has one Local Historic District, 10 National Register Districts, 26 Historic Areas, and seven houses individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

In the town’s 2014 Community Livability Survey, 97 percent of respondents rated Weston an excellent or good place to live. Among the survey's eight "facets of community livability," four of them—education, natural environment, safety, and community engagement—were rated higher than national benchmarks.

Weston's predominance as a residential community is reflected in its population density, which is among the lowest of Boston's suburbs near or within Route 128. More than 2,000 acres, or 18 percent of the town's total acreage, have been preserved as parks, fields, wetlands, and forests, with 90 miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing. Thirty-seven scenic roads, as defined by Massachusetts law, maintain the town's aesthetic value and historical significance, affording Weston a semi-rural ambiance.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 11,261. >Population change since 2000: -1.8%

Population (male): 5,377

Poverty (breakdown):

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (16.7%), English (16.3%), Italian (8.9%), German (7.1%), Russian (5.7%), United States (5.0%).

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: over $200,000 (it was $153,918 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $127,732 (it was $79,640 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: over $1,000,000 (it was $725,900 in 2000) Weston:over $1,000,000MA:$385,400

Races:
      White alone - 9,393 - 83.4%
      Asian alone - 1,114 - 9.9%
      Hispanic - 294 - 2.6%
      Black alone - 209 - 1.9%
      Two or more races - 212 - 1.9%
      Other race alone - 34 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.04%

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