Hernando, FL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 4,580

Population (female): 4,474

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.4%

Elevation: 50 feet

Land Area: 31.5 square miles.

Zip Codes: 34442

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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)

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing Centers, Hernando, FL

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Hernando, FL and the surrounding areas. To schedule a test call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7. Testing is available for employers and individuals and most Hernando, FL drug testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available and no appointment is needed in most cases.

Drug, Alcohol, DNA Testing Methods And Services

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, post-accident, court ordered probation, school programs and personal reasons. DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing is available. Testing centers offer 5, 7, 9, 12 and 14 panel drug screenings and all drug tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified laboratory and all test results are verified by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Instant result testing is also available at most testing centers. Drug and Alcohol testing methods can include urine, hair, ETG, breath alcohol (BAC), blood and oral saliva. The detection period for drug and alcohol use is determined by the testing methods and the laboratory analysis utilized. Testing services are administered by trained and certified drug and alcohol testing technicians at all of our Hernando, FL Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Hernando, FL and the surrounding areas, we also provide on-site drug and alcohol testing services utilizing our mobile/on-site unit for construction sites, hospitals, schools, roadside locations. When sending your employees to a drug testing center is not cost effective or a person cannot go to a testing center, our on-site mobile testing service may be a valuable option to consider. Please call us for additional information 800-221-4291.

DOT Testing and Services

Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing is provided at our Hernando, FL testing centers for FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, USCG and all Federally Regulated employers who have safety sensitive employees covered by DOT 49, CFR Part 40. Additional DOT services available include: Consortium membership (random testing pool), Supervisor Training, DOT Physicals and DOT drug policy development. Accredited Drug Testing can provide all services which will ensure compliance with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

DNA Testing

DNA testing is provided for various purposes including paternity, child custody, immigration and other legal proceedings. The DNA test is 99.9% accurate and is a simple swabbing of the mouth process. All DNA tests are analyzed by certified AABB laboratories and can be utilized in any legal proceeding.

Testing Centers located throughout

3041 Landover Blvd., 1.3 miles

3041 Landover Blvd.,
Spring Hill, FL 34608
Categories: Spring Hill FL

4112 MARINER BLVD 1.4 miles

4112 MARINER BLVD
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

3037 LANDOVER BLVD 1.6 miles

3037 LANDOVER BLVD
SPRING HILL, FL 34608
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

40 Seven Hills Dr, 3.0 miles

40 Seven Hills Dr,
Spring Hill, FL 34609
Categories: Spring Hill FL

10441 QUALITY DR STE 105 3.0 miles

10441 QUALITY DR STE 105
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

11123 COUNTY LINE RD 3.0 miles

11123 COUNTY LINE RD
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

170 MARINER BLVD., UNIT 7-A 3.2 miles

170 MARINER BLVD., UNIT 7-A
SPRING HILL, FL 34609
Categories: SPRING HILL FL

12114 CORTEZ BLVD #205 3.9 miles

12114 CORTEZ BLVD #205
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34613
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

12120 CORTEZ BLVD 3.9 miles

12120 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34613
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

12220 CORTEZ BLVD 3.9 miles

12220 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34613
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

7007 Nightwalker Rd, 3.9 miles

7007 Nightwalker Rd,
Brooksville, FL 34613
Categories: Brooksville FL

17240 CORTEZ BLVD 6.8 miles

17240 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34601
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

20205 CORTEZ BLVD 8.8 miles

20205 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34601
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

14000 FIVAY RD INJURY CARE ONLY 10.2 miles

14000 FIVAY RD INJURY CARE ONLY
HUDSON, FL 34667
Categories: HUDSON FL

14100 FIVAY RD STE 140 12.8 miles

14100 FIVAY RD STE 140
HUDSON, FL 34667
Categories: HUDSON FL

13944 LAKESHORE BLVD STE D 12.9 miles

13944 LAKESHORE BLVD STE D
HUDSON, FL 34667
Categories: HUDSON FL

7459 State Road 52, 14.2 miles

7459 State Road 52,
Hudson, FL 34667
Categories: Hudson FL

11528 US HIGHWAY 19 14.9 miles

11528 US HIGHWAY 19
PORT RICHEY, FL 34668
Categories: PORT RICHEY FL

9328 US HIGHWAY 19 16.9 miles

9328 US HIGHWAY 19
PORT RICHEY, FL 34668
Categories: PORT RICHEY FL

31075 CORTEZ BLVD 18.2 miles

31075 CORTEZ BLVD
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34602
Categories: BROOKSVILLE FL

5504 GATEWAY BLVD 19.8 miles

5504 GATEWAY BLVD
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
Categories: WESLEY CHAPEL FL

27421 STATE ROAD 54 20.4 miles

27421 STATE ROAD 54
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
Categories: WESLEY CHAPEL FL

5400 SCHOOL RD 20.4 miles

5400 SCHOOL RD
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

10730 STATE ROAD 54 20.4 miles

10730 STATE ROAD 54
TRINITY, FL 34655
Categories: TRINITY FL

8745 STATE ROAD 54 20.5 miles

8745 STATE ROAD 54
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34655
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

5124 US HIGHWAY 19 20.8 miles

5124 US HIGHWAY 19
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652
Categories: NEW PORT RICHEY FL

22945 STATE ROAD 54 20.9 miles

22945 STATE ROAD 54
LUTZ, FL 33549
Categories: LUTZ FL

4741 US Highway 19, 21.3 miles

4741 US Highway 19,
New Port Richey, FL 34652
Categories: New Port Richey FL

24420 STATE ROAD 54 21.3 miles

24420 STATE ROAD 54
LUTZ, FL 33559
Categories: LUTZ FL

13933 17TH ST STE 101 21.3 miles

13933 17TH ST STE 101
DADE CITY, FL 33525
Categories: DADE CITY FL

34498 CORTEZ BLVD 21.6 miles

34498 CORTEZ BLVD
RIDGE MANOR, FL 33523
Categories: RIDGE MANOR FL

26827 Foggy Creek Rd, Bldg. 6 Suite 102 21.9 miles

26827 Foggy Creek Rd, Bldg. 6 Suite 102
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Categories: Wesley Chapel FL

3956 S Suncoast Blvd 22.8 miles

3956 S Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa, FL 34448
Categories: Homosassa FL

1724 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD STE Q2 22.9 miles

1724 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD STE Q2
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
Categories: WESLEY CHAPEL FL

2404 US HIGHWAY 19 23.5 miles

2404 US HIGHWAY 19
HOLIDAY, FL 34691
Categories: HOLIDAY FL

20677 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD 23.7 miles

20677 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33647
Categories: TAMPA FL

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Hernando, FL and the surrounding areas, Accredited Drug Testing also has testing centers located in most cities throughout the State of . Call us today to find the closest testing center near you.

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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 Drug, Alcohol, and DNA Testing

Drug, alcohol, and DNA testing are three distinct types of biomedical tests that serve important roles in healthcare, legal, employment, and personal settings. Each type of testing helps in making informed decisions, ensuring safety, and understanding genetic information. Here, we explore the purposes and applications of these tests in a consumer context.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Drug and alcohol testing are commonly used to detect the presence of illicit substances or alcohol in an individual's system. These tests are crucial in various professional and legal scenarios to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Drug Testing: Typically involves analyzing urine, blood, hair, or saliva to detect illegal drugs or misuse of prescription medications. Common in employment settings, particularly for positions involving public safety, and in compliance with legal requirements such as those enforced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Alcohol Testing: Measures blood alcohol content (BAC) through breath, blood, or urine tests. This is essential for enforcing drinking and driving laws, workplace policies, and in treatment programs for alcohol misuse.

DNA Testing

DNA testing involves analyzing a person's genetic material to gather information about ancestry, identify genetic disorders, establish family relationships, or aid in forensic investigations.

  1. Ancestry and Genealogy: Helps individuals trace family roots and understand ethnic backgrounds.
  2. Medical Testing: Identifies genetic predispositions to certain health conditions, aiding in early diagnosis and management of diseases.
  3. Paternity and Relationship Testing: Determines biological relationships, commonly used in paternity disputes and adoption cases.
  4. Forensic Testing: Assists in criminal investigations by identifying suspects or victims through genetic fingerprints.

Applications and Importance

These tests play pivotal roles in various sectors:

  • Healthcare: Drug and DNA testing contribute to diagnosing diseases, managing treatment plans, and preventive health care.
  • Legal and Forensic: Crucial in legal proceedings, including criminal justice, custody cases, and legal determinations of impairment.
  • Employment: Employers utilize drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe and productive workplace, especially in industries where safety is paramount.

In summary, drug, alcohol, and DNA testing provide essential data that helps protect public safety, enforce laws, and uncover important personal and health information. Each type of testing is governed by specific standards to ensure accuracy, privacy, and ethical handling of results.

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Local Area Info: Hernando County, Florida

Around 1840, Fort DeSoto was established in present-day Hernando County in the northeast edge of present-day Brooksville to protect settlers in the area from Native Americans. Fort DeSoto became a small community center, trading post, and way station on the route to Tampa. When settlement by the fort began around 1845, it was alternatively known as Pierceville.

Then encompassing a significantly larger area of west central Florida than it does today, Hernando County was officially established on February 27, 1843, two years prior to Florida's admission into the Union. It was created from portions of Alachua, Hillsborough and Orange Counties and included all of present-day Citrus and Pasco Counties. Named for Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto, whose name has also been honored in DeSoto County, Hernando County was briefly renamed Benton County in 1844 for Missouri Senator Thomas Hart Benton, a strong supporter of territorial expansion who aided in the county's creation. However, Benton fell out of favor with the county's residents later in the decade due to his decision to support the Missouri Compromise and the overall reversal of his stance on slavery, and the county's name reverted in 1850.

In December 1854, the legislature designated the small port town of Bayport the county seat. Residents living in the eastern section of the county instead desired a more central place for the county government, and by 1855, voters had selected an inland site within five miles (8 km) of the center of the county at the town of Melendez. In 1856, the citizens of Hernando County chose to rename the town, their new County Seat, Brooksville in honor of South Carolina Representative Preston Brooks, who in the same year beat fierce abolitionist Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner with a cane in the Senate chambers, winning the Congressman great renown in the South.

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Population (male): 4,580

Population (female): 4,474

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.4%

Elevation: 50 feet

Land Area: 31.5 square miles.

Zip Codes: 34442

(800) 221-4291