Wakefield, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Wakefield: 137.5 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (24.3%), Irish (21.5%), English (5.4%), American (4.8%), European (3.7%), German (3.0%).

Land Area: 7.47 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 01880

Races:
      White alone - 23,181 - 93.0%
      Asian alone - 659 - 2.6%
      Hispanic - 575 - 2.3%
      Two or more races - 255 - 1.0%
      Black alone - 214 - 0.9%
      Other race alone - 26 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 22 - 0.09%

In 1856 the South Reading Public Library was established, which later became the Beebe Town Library. In 1923, the Lucius Beebe Memorial Library was built and established by Junius Beebe, the son of Lucius Beebe (1810–1884).

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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)

DNA Testing

DNA Testing Wakefield

Paternity DNA Testing Immigration DNA Testing Relationship DNA Testing

Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing Wakefield using certified DNA collection specialists and nationally accredited AABB Laboratories for all DNA testing Wakefield needs which will insure the highest accuracy for DNA testing Wakefield results. DNA testing Wakefield centers are usually located within minutes of your home or office and the entire process to schedule and conduct a DNA test is Fast, Easy and Confidential.

To schedule a DNA testing Wakefield location call (800) 221-4291.

Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing in all cities throughout the State and in the event the parties for the DNA test are located in different cities or States, Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate and schedule all of the DNA tests to ensure that all parties are accommodated in a convenient manner. As an example if the mother and child are in one city, but the alleged father is in another, we will contact all parties to schedule the DNA test at a convenient location and time and report the results back to the authorized parties.

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DNA testing Wakefield centers are available to assist you in finding the answers you need, call (800)221-4291 to schedule a DNA test appointment.

The Accredited Drug Testing, DNA testing Wakefield staff are committed to providing convenient, compassionate and confidential DNA testing Wakefield services which will give you personalized customer service and will assist you in making these very important decisions, Call (800)221-4291 and speak to a DNA specialist.

Legal or NON-Legal DNA Tests

At times persons in need of a DNA test will look for the cheapest method or a home DNA kit, however a cheap or "do it yourself" DNA test many times are not accurate or will stand a legal challenge or can successfully defend a legal challenge in a court of law. Not all laboratory's or DNA testing centers are equal. Accredited Drug Testing only uses DNA testing Wakefield qualified and certified testing centers and nationally recognized DNA testing Wakefield laboratories.

When scheduling a DNA test regardless of the purpose, Accredited Drug Testing recommends always utilizing a legal DNA test procedure for current or future use. A legal DNA test has very specific Chain of Custody test procedures which insures that the DNA test results can be used in a legal proceeding. A non-legal DNA test will provide the results, but cannot be used in any type of legal matter. When conducting a legal DNA test all parties must present a valid form of identification, photographs will be taken of all parties, legal guardian documentation and or birth certificates of any minor children may be required. These procedures for a legal DNA test insure that should the DNA test results be used in a legal proceeding, the chain of custody is carefully followed and no challenge to the results can be successfully made, that's why it's always best to schedule a legal DNA test.

DNA testing can be used for the following purposes

  • Birth Certificate Modification
  • Child Support
  • Child Custody
  • Adoption
  • Wills/Insurance
  • Immigration

DNA Paternity Testing Wakefield

A DNA test for paternity purposes determines the biological father of a child. Every human inherits specific DNA from both biological parents, half from the mother and half from the father. A DNA test examines a child's DNA pattern with that of a alleged father to determine if the child and the alleged father have the same DNA. Results of a properly administered DNA test utilizing a AABB accredited laboratory are 99.9% accurate. While DNA paternity testing maybe stressful for some parties involved, Accredited Drug Testing is committed to making the entire DNA paternity testing experience, professional, convenient, confidential and Stress Free.

Establishing a biological relationship is important and has many benefits including

  • Medical history for the child
  • Establishing legal, custodial and inheritance claims
  • Enhances the family unit and bond between father and other family members

When administering a DNA test to a child/minor, the legal guardian must be present and provide authorization for the DNA test to be conducted. The legal guardian can be the mother, father or other natural or court ordered person who has legal decision making authority over the minor child.

DNA Immigration Testing

DNA testing can be used for reasons relating to immigration and the biological relationship between a petitioner and affiliated individual. DNA immigration testing can be used for paternity tests, maternity tests, sibling relationship and other purposes required by the U.S Department of State. Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate the entire process, including scheduling the DNA test for parties located in the United States and forward the DNA collection kit to the U.S Embassy located in a foreign country where the other party is located. Once the DNA collection has occurred at one of our testing centers in the U.S and at the U.S Embassy where the other parties are located, Accredited Drug Testing will ensure that all specimens are sent to the lab for DNA testing and provide the results once the AABB laboratory has analyzed the DNA test.

What is a DNA test?

A DNA test is a procedure to determine if exact biological characteristics exist in one person's DNA and those exact same DNA characteristics in another person's DNA makeup. As humans each of us have different DNA makeup, however parents and children have the same DNA, siblings from the same parents have the same DNA and grandparents have the same DNA as grandchildren. A DNA test is a non-intrusive procedure usually utilizing a oral swab from all parties, which then follows a specific chain of custody process in which the oral swab specimens are sent to a certified and accredited AABB laboratory. The Laboratory than analyzes the DNA specimen and provides the results. DNA test results are 99.9% accurate.

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How to schedule a DNA Testing Wakefield?

It's simple, contact Accredited Drug Testing at (800)221-4291, and provide various information including the city you wish to take the DNA test, who will be taking the DNA test, mother, child and alleged father. When the parties are available to take the DNA test (Accredited Drug Testing will schedule the appointment with each available party). Once the results are received from the AABB laboratory Accredited Drug Testing will forward the results by email and U.S Mail (Hard Copy) to all authorized parties.

How long does it take for DNA test results?

Once all parties have completed the DNA test collection, the specimens are immediately sent to the certified AABB laboratory and results are usually available in 3-5 business days.

On-Site/Mobile DNA Testing Wakefield

We come to you!, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site/mobile DNA testing at your home, office, hospital or other location. (Additional on-site fees may apply)

On-site only 0.4 miles

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

17 MAIN ST APT 2A 1.2 miles

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

16 Main Street 1.5 miles

16 Main Street
Stoneham, MA 2180
Categories: Stoneham MA

52 BOW ST 1.7 miles

52 BOW ST
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 2.6 miles

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

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 2.7 miles

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

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 2.7 miles

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

371 BROADWAY 3.0 miles

371 BROADWAY
SAUGUS, MA 1906
Categories: SAUGUS MA

POH on-site only 4.3 miles

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

Onsite Only 4.3 miles

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

271 WESTERN AVE STE102 5.1 miles

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

20 S BORDER RD 5.5 miles

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

66B CONCORD ST 5.5 miles

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

219 CENTRE ST 5.6 miles

219 CENTRE ST
MALDEN, MA 2148
Categories: MALDEN MA

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 5.6 miles

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

92 HIGH ST 6.4 miles

92 HIGH ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

37 MANNING ST 6.6 miles

37 MANNING ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

229 Andover Street 6.9 miles

229 Andover Street
Peabody, MA 1960
Categories: Peabody MA

101 STATION LNDG 7.1 miles

101 STATION LNDG
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

140 Commonwealth Ave, 7.3 miles

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

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 7.5 miles

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
Categories: BURLINGTON MA

5 MIDDLESEX AVE 7.9 miles

5 MIDDLESEX AVE
SOMERVILLE, MA 2145
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

48 HAMILTON AVE 8.1 miles

48 HAMILTON AVE
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

10 CAMBRIA ST 8.4 miles

10 CAMBRIA ST
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

16 WESTWOOD RD 8.4 miles

16 WESTWOOD RD
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

194 NORTH ST 8.6 miles

194 NORTH ST
DANVERS, MA 1923
Categories: DANVERS MA

601 Concord Ave 9.0 miles

601 Concord Ave
Cambridge, MA 2138
Categories: Cambridge MA

35 BEDFORD ST 9.0 miles

35 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

58 BEDFORD ST 9.0 miles

58 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100 9.0 miles

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

12 EVERETT ST 9.1 miles

12 EVERETT ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST 9.3 miles

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST 9.3 miles

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

156 SAINT ANDREW RD 9.3 miles

156 SAINT ANDREW RD
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
Categories: EAST BOSTON MA

1 HARBORSIDE DR 9.4 miles

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

41 CARLETON RD 9.8 miles

41 CARLETON RD
BELMONT, MA 2478
Categories: BELMONT MA

52 CREST AVE STE 7A 9.8 miles

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

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107 9.9 miles

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

510 BOSTON RD 10.0 miles

510 BOSTON RD
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

Onsite Only #1 10.0 miles

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

114 WESTERN AVE 10.2 miles

114 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

124 WESTERN AVE 10.2 miles

124 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2 10.5 miles

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

101 ARCH ST STE 20 10.5 miles

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

P.O. Box 546 10.8 miles

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

376 Arsenal Street 10.9 miles

376 Arsenal Street
Watertown, MA 2472
Categories: Watertown MA

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor 11.4 miles

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

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D, 11.4 miles

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

358 HARVARD ST 11.5 miles

358 HARVARD ST
BROOKLINE, MA 2446
Categories: BROOKLINE MA

1285 Beacon St 11.5 miles

1285 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL 11.6 miles

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

319 Longwood Ave, 11.8 miles

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

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67 11.9 miles

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67
BOSTON, MA 2118
Categories: BOSTON MA

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350 12.0 miles

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

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 12.0 miles

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

138 Haverhill St, 12.1 miles

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

125 PARKER HILL AVE 12.3 miles

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

345 MAIN ST 12.4 miles

345 MAIN ST
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
Categories: TEWKSBURY MA

1030 MAIN ST 12.9 miles

1030 MAIN ST
WALTHAM, MA 2451
Categories: WALTHAM MA

9 HOPE AVE 13.0 miles

9 HOPE AVE
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

70 HOPE AVE APT 409 13.1 miles

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

1 MARINA PARK DR. 13.4 miles

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

700 Rogers Street, 13.6 miles

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

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 13.8 miles

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

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208 14.0 miles

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

200 SUTTON ST STE 135 14.2 miles

200 SUTTON ST STE 135
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 1845
Categories: NORTH ANDOVER MA

1 GENERAL ST 14.5 miles

1 GENERAL ST
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
Categories: LAWRENCE MA

1 HOSPITAL DR 15.0 miles

1 HOSPITAL DR
LOWELL, MA 1852
Categories: LOWELL MA

39 Village Square, 15.5 miles

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

1 Branch St, 15.5 miles

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

2100 DORCHESTER AVE 15.7 miles

2100 DORCHESTER AVE
DORCHESTER, MA 2124
Categories: DORCHESTER MA

60 EAST ST STE 1400 15.9 miles

60 EAST ST STE 1400
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

1996 CENTRE ST 16.1 miles

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

411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205 16.9 miles

411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2 16.9 miles

380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

922 HIGHLAND AVE 16.9 miles

922 HIGHLAND AVE
NEEDHAM, MA 2494
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 17.1 miles

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

199 REEDSDALE RD 17.5 miles

199 REEDSDALE RD
MILTON, MA 2186
Categories: MILTON MA

286 NEHOIDEN ST 17.7 miles

286 NEHOIDEN ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

92 HIGHLAND ST 17.7 miles

92 HIGHLAND ST
MILTON, MA 2186
Categories: MILTON MA

148 CHESTNUT ST 17.9 miles

148 CHESTNUT ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

165 GRANITE ST 18.4 miles

165 GRANITE ST
QUINCY, MA 2169
Categories: QUINCY MA

21 SCHOOL ST 18.4 miles

21 SCHOOL ST
QUINCY, MA 2169
Categories: QUINCY MA

200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203 18.4 miles

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

370 PROVIDENCE HWY 18.5 miles

370 PROVIDENCE HWY
DEDHAM, MA 2026
Categories: DEDHAM MA

215 SUMMER ST STE 14 18.6 miles

215 SUMMER ST STE 14
HAVERHILL, MA 1830
Categories: HAVERHILL MA

296 Main Street 19.0 miles

296 Main Street
Haverhill, MA 1830
Categories: Haverhill MA

500 Congress St Ste 1e, 19.0 miles

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

2 Adams Place Suite 305 19.3 miles

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

7 DEANE ST 19.9 miles

7 DEANE ST
MAYNARD, MA 1754
Categories: MAYNARD MA

10 FORBES RD STE 260E 19.9 miles

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

340 Wood Rd, Suite 302, 20.1 miles

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

485 GRANITE ST 20.4 miles

485 GRANITE ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

31 STILES RD STE 1300 20.4 miles

31 STILES RD STE 1300
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102, 20.4 miles

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

190 N MAIN ST 20.4 miles

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

289 Main St, 20.6 miles

289 Main St,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A 20.6 miles

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

159 N BROADWAY 20.8 miles

159 N BROADWAY
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W 20.8 miles

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

759 GRANITE ST 21.0 miles

759 GRANITE ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

7 FRANCINE RD 21.1 miles

7 FRANCINE RD
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

100 BAY STATE DR 21.3 miles

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

250 POND ST 21.4 miles

250 POND ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

223 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, 22.2 miles

223 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy,
Cohasset, MA 2025
Categories: Cohasset MA

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3 22.4 miles

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

101 ACCESS RD STE 1B 22.9 miles

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

49 RANGE RD STE 101 22.9 miles

49 RANGE RD STE 101
WINDHAM, NH 3087
Categories: WINDHAM NH

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308 23.4 miles

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

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 23.5 miles

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

851 Main Street, 2nd Floor 23.6 miles

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

38 VANDERBILT AVE STE E 23.9 miles

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

335 Morse St, 1st Floor, 24.1 miles

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

100 JOHN RD 24.5 miles

100 JOHN RD
CANTON, MA 2021
Categories: CANTON MA

24 MORRILL PL 24.7 miles

24 MORRILL PL
AMESBURY, MA 1913
Categories: AMESBURY MA

7 INDEPENDENCE WAY APT 13 24.9 miles

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

42 Washington Street 25.0 miles

42 Washington Street
Norwell, MA 2061
Categories: Norwell MA

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Overview of DNA Testing

DNA testing is a sophisticated scientific method used to analyze genetic material from an individual to discover genetic information that can influence health, ancestry, and personal characteristics. It has revolutionized fields such as medicine, forensics, and genealogy by providing deep insights into genetic backgrounds and health predispositions.

Common Types of DNA Testing

  • Medical Genetic Testing: Identifies changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins to confirm or rule out a suspected genetic condition or help determine a person's chance of developing or passing on a genetic disorder.
  • Ancestral DNA Testing: Analyzes DNA to provide insights into one’s ethnic background and ancestral origins, often revealing geographical and migratory histories of ancestors.
  • Forensic DNA Testing: Focuses on identifying individuals based on their unique genetic makeup for criminal investigations or legal matters such as paternity tests.

Benefits of DNA Testing

DNA testing offers a range of benefits:

  1. Enhanced Medical Understanding: Helps in understanding genetic diseases and can lead to more effective treatment and prevention strategies.
  2. Personal Ancestry Insights: Provides a deeper understanding of one's roots and personal history related to ethnic groups and migration patterns.
  3. Assistance in Forensic Investigations: Essential in solving crimes, identifying perpetrators or victims, and resolving civil disputes.

Challenges and Considerations in DNA Testing

While DNA testing provides valuable insights, it comes with challenges:

  • Ethical Issues: Genetic testing raises ethical questions, particularly concerning privacy, consent, and the right to not know genetic information.
  • Accuracy and Interpretation: Results can sometimes be inconclusive or misinterpreted, requiring careful consideration and potentially further testing.
  • Psychological Impact: Discovering genetic information can be distressing and have significant emotional impacts on individuals and families.

Choosing the Right DNA Test

When considering a DNA test, it is important to:

  1. Select the Appropriate Test: Choose a test that suits your specific needs, whether for health, ancestry, or legal purposes.
  2. Consider Privacy Policies: Understand how your genetic information will be used, stored, and shared.
  3. Seek Professional Guidance: Consult healthcare professionals or genetic counselors to help interpret results accurately and responsibly.

In conclusion, DNA testing offers profound insights but requires careful consideration of ethical issues, potential emotional impacts, and the challenges of dealing with complex genetic information. With the right approach and professional support, it can provide invaluable benefits.

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Local Area Info: Wakefield, Massachusetts

Wakefield is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts in the Greater Boston metropolitan area, incorporated in 1812 and located about 12.5 mi (20.1 km) north-northwest of Downtown Boston. The 73rd most populous municipality in Massachusetts, Wakefield's population was 24,932 at the 2010 census, with a 2016 population estimate of 26,399.

Wakefield was first settled in 1638 and was originally known as Lynn Village. It officially separated from Lynn and incorporated as Reading in 1644 when the first church (First Parish Congregational Church) and the first mill were established. This first corn mill was built on the Mill River on Water Street, and later small saw mills were built on the Mill River and the Saugus River.

The old parish church became known as the Old or South Parish when in 1713 the North Parish was established. This North Parish later became the town of North Reading. In 1769 the West Parish was established. In 1812 the Old or South Parish of Reading separated from Reading and was officially incorporated as South Reading. At the time it was spelled South Redding, not South Reading.

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Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Wakefield: 137.5 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (24.3%), Irish (21.5%), English (5.4%), American (4.8%), European (3.7%), German (3.0%).

Land Area: 7.47 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 01880

Races:
      White alone - 23,181 - 93.0%
      Asian alone - 659 - 2.6%
      Hispanic - 575 - 2.3%
      Two or more races - 255 - 1.0%
      Black alone - 214 - 0.9%
      Other race alone - 26 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 22 - 0.09%

In 1856 the South Reading Public Library was established, which later became the Beebe Town Library. In 1923, the Lucius Beebe Memorial Library was built and established by Junius Beebe, the son of Lucius Beebe (1810–1884).

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