Ferndale, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,519 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -17.2%

Population (male): 729

Population (female): 790

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 18.9%

Poverty (breakdown): (19.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 12.3% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 36.8% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (25.7%), American (12.9%), Italian (9.1%), Irish (7.6%), English (6.9%), Polish (6.6%).

Land Area: 0.35 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 1,567 - 95.8%
      Two or more races - 23 - 1.4%
      Hispanic - 23 - 1.4%
      Black alone - 19 - 1.2%
      American Indian alone - 2 - 0.1%
      Asian alone - 2 - 0.1%

There were 792 households of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.7% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 30.3% of all households were made up of individuals and 14.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.88.

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Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

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Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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Hair Follicle Drug Testing Ferndale, PA

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


Hair follicle drug testing Ferndale, PA 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 Ferndale, PA centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Ferndale, PA 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 Ferndale, PA 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 Ferndale, PA.


132 WALNUT ST STE 2 2.6 miles

132 WALNUT ST STE 2
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15901
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1221 SCALP AVE 3.1 miles

1221 SCALP AVE
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
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1450 SCALP AVE STE 106 3.5 miles

1450 SCALP AVE STE 106
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
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1450 SCALP AVE 3.5 miles

1450 SCALP AVE
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
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1513 SCALP AVE 3.6 miles

1513 SCALP AVE
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
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160 JARI DR STE 110 4.8 miles

160 JARI DR STE 110
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
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600 SOMERSET AVE 5.4 miles

600 SOMERSET AVE
WINDBER, PA 15963
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31 ORCHARD DR 12.6 miles

31 ORCHARD DR
ARMAGH, PA 15920
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1104 W HIGH ST 16.3 miles

1104 W HIGH ST
EBENSBURG, PA 15931
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1490 North Center Ave Ste 100 19.6 miles

1490 North Center Ave Ste 100
Somerset, PA 15501
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115 WOOD DUCK RD 19.8 miles

115 WOOD DUCK RD
SOMERSET, PA 15501
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225 S CENTER AVE 21.2 miles

225 S CENTER AVE
SOMERSET, PA 15501
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126 E CHURCH ST STE 2200 21.3 miles

126 E CHURCH ST STE 2200
SOMERSET, PA 15501
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1744 WATER LEVEL RD 22.7 miles

1744 WATER LEVEL RD
SOMERSET, PA 15501
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792 GALLITZIN RD 22.7 miles

792 GALLITZIN RD
CRESSON, PA 16630
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707 FOREST ST 23.7 miles

707 FOREST ST
GALLITZIN, PA 16641
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3876 STATE ROUTE 30 24.9 miles

3876 STATE ROUTE 30
LATROBE, PA 15650
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5927 STATE ROUTE 981 STE 6 24.9 miles

5927 STATE ROUTE 981 STE 6
LATROBE, PA 15650
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W 2ND AVE 25.0 miles

W 2ND AVE
LATROBE, PA 15650
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1265 WAYNE AVE STE 207 25.1 miles

1265 WAYNE AVE STE 207
INDIANA, PA 15701
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875 HOSPITAL RD 25.3 miles

875 HOSPITAL RD
INDIANA, PA 15701
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2125 OAKLAND AVE 25.9 miles

2125 OAKLAND AVE
INDIANA, PA 15701
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2128 OAKLAND AVE 25.9 miles

2128 OAKLAND AVE
INDIANA, PA 15701
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1916 OAKLAND AVE 26.0 miles

1916 OAKLAND AVE
INDIANA, PA 15701
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835 HOSPITAL RD Box 788 26.3 miles

835 HOSPITAL RD Box 788
INDIANA, PA 15701
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865 MARION RD 26.7 miles

865 MARION RD
INDIANA, PA 15701
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290 HAIDA AVE 27.9 miles

290 HAIDA AVE
HASTINGS, PA 16646
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105 NASON DR 28.2 miles

105 NASON DR
ROARING SPRING, PA 16673
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143 HARTMAN RD STE 10 29.4 miles

143 HARTMAN RD STE 10
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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300 E PLANK RD 30.3 miles

300 E PLANK RD
ALTOONA, PA 16602
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208 FRANKSTOWN RD 30.3 miles

208 FRANKSTOWN RD
ALTOONA, PA 16602
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9457 LINCOLN HWY STE 102 30.5 miles

9457 LINCOLN HWY STE 102
BEDFORD, PA 15522
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2500 7TH AVE 30.7 miles

2500 7TH AVE
ALTOONA, PA 16602
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5240 ROUTE 30, STE B, 30.9 miles

5240 ROUTE 30, STE B,
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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1516 9TH AVE 31.2 miles

1516 9TH AVE
ALTOONA, PA 16602
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2005 VALLEY VIEW BLVD 31.3 miles

2005 VALLEY VIEW BLVD
ALTOONA, PA 16602
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10455 LINCOLN HWY 31.6 miles

10455 LINCOLN HWY
EVERETT, PA 15537
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1600 VALLEY VIEW BLVD 31.6 miles

1600 VALLEY VIEW BLVD
ALTOONA, PA 16602
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620 HOWARD AVE 31.8 miles

620 HOWARD AVE
ALTOONA, PA 16601
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615 HOWARD AVE 1ST FL 31.8 miles

615 HOWARD AVE 1ST FL
ALTOONA, PA 16601
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870 WEATHERWOOD LN 32.2 miles

870 WEATHERWOOD LN
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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830 ROUTE 819 S 32.4 miles

830 ROUTE 819 S
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
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5126 STATE ROUTE 30 STE 300 32.4 miles

5126 STATE ROUTE 30 STE 300
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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200 VILLAGE DR Mt. View Medical Park 32.4 miles

200 VILLAGE DR Mt. View Medical Park
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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4000 HEMPFIELD PLAZA BLVD Ste 991 32.4 miles

4000 HEMPFIELD PLAZA BLVD Ste 991
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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134 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD 2300B 32.4 miles

134 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD 2300B
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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161 E OTTERMAN ST STE 2 32.8 miles

161 E OTTERMAN ST STE 2
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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200 N 4TH AVE 32.9 miles

200 N 4TH AVE
ALTOONA, PA 16601
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9525 ROUTE 422 HWY W PO BOX 338 32.9 miles

9525 ROUTE 422 HWY W PO BOX 338
SHELOCTA, PA 15774
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532 W PITTSBURGH ST 33.4 miles

532 W PITTSBURGH ST
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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615 W SMITHFIELD ST 34.2 miles

615 W SMITHFIELD ST
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
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206 ARLINGTON PL 34.5 miles

206 ARLINGTON PL
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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508 S CHURCH ST 34.6 miles

508 S CHURCH ST
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
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6396 STATE ROUTE 819 S 34.6 miles

6396 STATE ROUTE 819 S
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
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Greengate Centre, 2510 Greengate Centre Circle 34.8 miles

Greengate Centre, 2510 Greengate Centre Circle
Greensburg, PA 15601
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308 BESSEMER RD STE 100 35.2 miles

308 BESSEMER RD STE 100
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
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421 ROUTE 22 35.6 miles

421 ROUTE 22
DELMONT, PA 15626
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811 S Center Ave 36.5 miles

811 S Center Ave
NEW STANTON, PA 15674
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6510 STATE ROUTE 30 36.6 miles

6510 STATE ROUTE 30
JEANNETTE, PA 15644
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984 CHERRY LANE RD 37.7 miles

984 CHERRY LANE RD
APOLLO, PA 15613
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4889 William Penn Highway - Wa, 38.2 miles

4889 William Penn Highway - Wa,
Murrysville, PA 15668
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301 S ARCH ST 40.2 miles

301 S ARCH ST
CONNELLSVILLE, PA 15425
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9173 RTE 30, STE 5 40.3 miles

9173 RTE 30, STE 5
IRWIN, PA 15642
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4620 WILLIAM PENN HWY 40.6 miles

4620 WILLIAM PENN HWY
MURRYSVILLE, PA 15668
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8943 STATE ROUTE 30, 40.7 miles

8943 STATE ROUTE 30,
IRWIN, PA 15642
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1048 MORRELL AVE 41.0 miles

1048 MORRELL AVE
CONNELLSVILLE, PA 15425
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1440 Morrell Ave 41.3 miles

1440 Morrell Ave
Connellsville, PA 15425
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905 SPRUCE ST 41.3 miles

905 SPRUCE ST
IRWIN, PA 15642
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12116 STATE ROUTE 30 42.4 miles

12116 STATE ROUTE 30
NORTH HUNTINGDON, PA 15642
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11347 ROUTE 30 STE 3 42.4 miles

11347 ROUTE 30 STE 3
IRWIN, PA 15642
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124 MILLER ST 42.8 miles

124 MILLER ST
GRANTSVILLE, MD 21536
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397 Hyde Park Road, Allegheny Town Square, Suite 1 42.9 miles

397 Hyde Park Road, Allegheny Town Square, Suite 1
Leechburg, PA 15656
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28 COLONY BLVD 43.3 miles

28 COLONY BLVD
BLAIRSVILLE, PA 15717
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146 MOTOR DROME RD 43.5 miles

146 MOTOR DROME RD
SMITHTON, PA 15479
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4120 7TH STREET RD 43.7 miles

4120 7TH STREET RD
NEW KENSINGTON, PA 15068
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187 HOSPITAL DR 44.0 miles

187 HOSPITAL DR
TYRONE, PA 16686
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2380 MCGINLEY RD 44.4 miles

2380 MCGINLEY RD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
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1829 UNIVERSITY RD 44.4 miles

1829 UNIVERSITY RD
DUNBAR, PA 15431
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915 BISHOP WALSH RD 44.5 miles

915 BISHOP WALSH RD
CUMBERLAND, MD 21502
Categories: CUMBERLAND MD

1829 UNIVERSITY DR 44.5 miles

1829 UNIVERSITY DR
DUNBAR, PA 15431
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2570 HAYMAKER RD 44.8 miles

2570 HAYMAKER RD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
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2550 MOSSIDE BLVD STE 214 44.8 miles

2550 MOSSIDE BLVD STE 214
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
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2644 MOSSIDE BLVD 44.9 miles

2644 MOSSIDE BLVD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
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320 S MECHANIC ST 45.1 miles

320 S MECHANIC ST
CUMBERLAND, MD 21502
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125 Daugherty Drive, Suite 420 45.1 miles

125 Daugherty Drive, Suite 420
Monroeville, PA 15146
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200 E MAHONING ST STE 1 45.3 miles

200 E MAHONING ST STE 1
PUNXSUTAWNEY, PA 15767
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1219 NATIONAL HWY 45.3 miles

1219 NATIONAL HWY
LAVALE, MD 21502
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1951 LINCOLN HWY 45.5 miles

1951 LINCOLN HWY
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
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130 PENNSYLVANIA AVE 46.0 miles

130 PENNSYLVANIA AVE
CUMBERLAND, MD 21502
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140 N BEESON AVE STE 300A 46.2 miles

140 N BEESON AVE STE 300A
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
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1600 Wildlife Lodge Road, 46.2 miles

1600 Wildlife Lodge Road,
Lower Burrell, PA 15068
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3824 NORTHERN PIKE STE 775 46.4 miles

3824 NORTHERN PIKE STE 775
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
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1050 W INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 15 46.4 miles

1050 W INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 15
CUMBERLAND, MD 21502
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3824 Northern Pike, Suite 125 46.5 miles

3824 Northern Pike, Suite 125
Monroeville, PA 15146
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600 Oxford Drive, Suite 110 46.7 miles

600 Oxford Drive, Suite 110
Monroeville, PA 15146
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2001 Lincoln Way, Suite 16, Oak Park Mall 47.0 miles

2001 Lincoln Way, Suite 16, Oak Park Mall
White Oak, PA 15131
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10701 NEW GEORGES CREEK RD SW 47.1 miles

10701 NEW GEORGES CREEK RD SW
FROSTBURG, MD 21532
Categories: FROSTBURG MD

4176 NATIONAL PIKE STE 4 47.3 miles

4176 NATIONAL PIKE STE 4
FARMINGTON, PA 15437
Categories: FARMINGTON PA

3706 5TH AVE Ste 2 47.6 miles

3706 5TH AVE Ste 2
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
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800 PLAZA DR STE 210 47.6 miles

800 PLAZA DR STE 210
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
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201 PENN CENTER BLVD STE 500 47.9 miles

201 PENN CENTER BLVD STE 500
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

PO BOX 334 ROUTE 220 48.2 miles

PO BOX 334 ROUTE 220
TIPTON, PA 16684
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251 7TH ST STE 201B 48.4 miles

251 7TH ST STE 201B
NEW KENSINGTON, PA 15068
Categories: NEW KENSINGTON PA

4918 STATE ROUTE 51 S 48.4 miles

4918 STATE ROUTE 51 S
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
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2300 Freeport Road, 14 Feldarelli Square 48.5 miles

2300 Freeport Road, 14 Feldarelli Square
New Kensington, PA 15068
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3433 WILLIAM PENN HWY 48.9 miles

3433 WILLIAM PENN HWY
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
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21 FRANKLIN VILLAGE MALL 48.9 miles

21 FRANKLIN VILLAGE MALL
KITTANNING, PA 16201
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1000 INTEGRITY DRIVE, STE 320 49.0 miles

1000 INTEGRITY DRIVE, STE 320
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
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303 E 10TH AVE 49.1 miles

303 E 10TH AVE
TARENTUM, PA 15084
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1 NOLTE DR STE 650 49.3 miles

1 NOLTE DR STE 650
KITTANNING, PA 16201
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14302 BARTON BLVD SW STE 100 49.4 miles

14302 BARTON BLVD SW STE 100
CUMBERLAND, MD 21502
Categories: CUMBERLAND MD

5769 Saltsburg Road, #2 49.6 miles

5769 Saltsburg Road, #2
Verona, PA 15147
Categories: Verona PA

7561 LAKE RAYSTOWN SHOPPING CTR 49.6 miles

7561 LAKE RAYSTOWN SHOPPING CTR
HUNTINGDON, PA 16652
Categories: HUNTINGDON PA

760 Tri County Lane, Suite 104, 49.7 miles

760 Tri County Lane, Suite 104,
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
Categories: Belle Vernon PA

860 ROSTRAVER RD 49.8 miles

860 ROSTRAVER RD
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
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1000 MCKEAN AVE 49.9 miles

1000 MCKEAN AVE
DONORA, PA 15033
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  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

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  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

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  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

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  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

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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: Ferndale, Pennsylvania

Ferndale is a borough in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the Johnstown, Pennsylvania Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,636 at the 2010 census, down from 1,834 at the 2000 census.

Ferndale is located in southwestern Cambria County at 40°17?17?N 78°55?5?W? / ?40.28806°N 78.91806°W? / 40.28806; -78.91806 (40.287974, -78.918091). It is bordered to the north by the city of Johnstown, to the west by the unincorporated community of Elim, and to the east and south by the Stonycreek River, across which to the south is Riverside.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Ferndale has a total area of 0.41 square miles (1.07 km2), of which 0.39 square miles (1.01 km2) is land and 0.02 square miles (0.06 km2), or 6.00%, is water.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,519 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -17.2%

Population (male): 729

Population (female): 790

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 18.9%

Poverty (breakdown): (19.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 12.3% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 36.8% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (25.7%), American (12.9%), Italian (9.1%), Irish (7.6%), English (6.9%), Polish (6.6%).

Land Area: 0.35 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 1,567 - 95.8%
      Two or more races - 23 - 1.4%
      Hispanic - 23 - 1.4%
      Black alone - 19 - 1.2%
      American Indian alone - 2 - 0.1%
      Asian alone - 2 - 0.1%

There were 792 households of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.7% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 30.3% of all households were made up of individuals and 14.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.88.

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