Needham, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 28,886.

Population (male): 14,416

Population (female): 14,470

Poverty (breakdown): (2.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 30.9% for Black residents, 8.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 2.2% for other race residents)

Land Area: 12.6 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 02492, 02494

Races:
      White alone - 25,730 - 89.1%
      Asian alone - 1,753 - 6.1%
      Hispanic - 618 - 2.1%
      Two or more races - 436 - 1.5%
      Black alone - 275 - 1.0%
      Other race alone - 56 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 10 - 0.03%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 8 - 0.03%

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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, Needham, MA

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Needham, MA 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 Needham, MA 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 Needham, MA Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Needham, MA 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 Needham, MA 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

286 NEHOIDEN ST 0.4 miles

286 NEHOIDEN ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

148 CHESTNUT ST 0.5 miles

148 CHESTNUT ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

922 HIGHLAND AVE 0.7 miles

922 HIGHLAND AVE
NEEDHAM, MA 2494
Categories: NEEDHAM MA

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208 3.5 miles

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

1996 CENTRE ST 3.8 miles

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

200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203 3.9 miles

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

370 PROVIDENCE HWY 3.9 miles

370 PROVIDENCE HWY
DEDHAM, MA 2026
Categories: DEDHAM MA

1 MARINA PARK DR. 4.5 miles

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

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 5.6 miles

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

70 HOPE AVE APT 409 5.9 miles

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

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W 5.9 miles

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

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350 6.0 miles

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

9 HOPE AVE 6.0 miles

9 HOPE AVE
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL 6.1 miles

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

1030 MAIN ST 6.5 miles

1030 MAIN ST
WALTHAM, MA 2451
Categories: WALTHAM MA

376 Arsenal Street 6.6 miles

376 Arsenal Street
Watertown, MA 2472
Categories: Watertown MA

190 N MAIN ST 6.6 miles

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

358 HARVARD ST 6.9 miles

358 HARVARD ST
BROOKLINE, MA 2446
Categories: BROOKLINE MA

1285 Beacon St 7.1 miles

1285 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

125 PARKER HILL AVE 7.2 miles

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

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D, 7.4 miles

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

101 ACCESS RD STE 1B 7.4 miles

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

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor 7.5 miles

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

319 Longwood Ave, 7.5 miles

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

41 CARLETON RD 7.7 miles

41 CARLETON RD
BELMONT, MA 2478
Categories: BELMONT MA

124 WESTERN AVE 7.8 miles

124 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

114 WESTERN AVE 7.8 miles

114 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

38 VANDERBILT AVE STE E 7.9 miles

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

335 Morse St, 1st Floor, 8.1 miles

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

92 HIGHLAND ST 8.2 miles

92 HIGHLAND ST
MILTON, MA 2186
Categories: MILTON MA

199 REEDSDALE RD 8.2 miles

199 REEDSDALE RD
MILTON, MA 2186
Categories: MILTON MA

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100 8.4 miles

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

2100 DORCHESTER AVE 8.5 miles

2100 DORCHESTER AVE
DORCHESTER, MA 2124
Categories: DORCHESTER MA

601 Concord Ave 8.6 miles

601 Concord Ave
Cambridge, MA 2138
Categories: Cambridge MA

Onsite Only #1 8.6 miles

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

7 INDEPENDENCE WAY APT 13 8.8 miles

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

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67 8.8 miles

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

12 EVERETT ST 8.9 miles

12 EVERETT ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST 9.1 miles

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3 9.1 miles

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

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST 9.2 miles

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308 9.4 miles

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

7 FRANCINE RD 9.6 miles

7 FRANCINE RD
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

16 WESTWOOD RD 9.7 miles

16 WESTWOOD RD
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

10 CAMBRIA ST 9.7 miles

10 CAMBRIA ST
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107 10.0 miles

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

101 ARCH ST STE 20 10.2 miles

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

5 MIDDLESEX AVE 10.7 miles

5 MIDDLESEX AVE
SOMERVILLE, MA 2145
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

340 Wood Rd, Suite 302, 10.9 miles

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

2 Adams Place Suite 305 11.0 miles

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

100 JOHN RD 11.0 miles

100 JOHN RD
CANTON, MA 2021
Categories: CANTON MA

37 MANNING ST 11.0 miles

37 MANNING ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

92 HIGH ST 11.2 miles

92 HIGH ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

10 FORBES RD STE 260E 11.3 miles

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

101 STATION LNDG 11.4 miles

101 STATION LNDG
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

500 Congress St Ste 1e, 11.6 miles

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

485 GRANITE ST 11.8 miles

485 GRANITE ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

165 GRANITE ST 11.9 miles

165 GRANITE ST
QUINCY, MA 2169
Categories: QUINCY MA

35 BEDFORD ST 11.9 miles

35 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

58 BEDFORD ST 11.9 miles

58 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

81B MAIN ST 12.0 miles

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

100 BAY STATE DR 12.0 miles

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

759 GRANITE ST 12.0 miles

759 GRANITE ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

286 WASHINGTON ST 12.1 miles

286 WASHINGTON ST
STOUGHTON, MA 2072
Categories: STOUGHTON MA

20 S BORDER RD 12.1 miles

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

21 SCHOOL ST 12.1 miles

21 SCHOOL ST
QUINCY, MA 2169
Categories: QUINCY MA

1 HARBORSIDE DR 12.1 miles

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

250 POND ST 12.4 miles

250 POND ST
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
Categories: BRAINTREE MA

219 CENTRE ST 12.8 miles

219 CENTRE ST
MALDEN, MA 2148
Categories: MALDEN MA

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 13.5 miles

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
Categories: BURLINGTON MA

75 Stockwell Dr 13.6 miles

75 Stockwell Dr
Avon, MA 2322
Categories: Avon MA

156 SAINT ANDREW RD 13.8 miles

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

966 PARK ST UNIT B7 14.4 miles

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

9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2 14.6 miles

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

POH on-site only 14.7 miles

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

Onsite Only 14.7 miles

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

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 14.9 miles

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

52 CREST AVE STE 7A 15.0 miles

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

28 Newton St 15.0 miles

28 Newton St
Southboro, MA 1772
Categories: Southboro MA

14 ROCKHILL ST 15.2 miles

14 ROCKHILL ST
FOXBORO, MA 2035
Categories: FOXBORO MA

7 DEANE ST 15.2 miles

7 DEANE ST
MAYNARD, MA 1754
Categories: MAYNARD MA

52 BOW ST 15.7 miles

52 BOW ST
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 15.8 miles

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

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 15.8 miles

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

10 Commercial St, 15.9 miles

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

851 Main Street, 2nd Floor 16.0 miles

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

16 Main Street 16.5 miles

16 Main Street
Stoneham, MA 2180
Categories: Stoneham MA

48 HAMILTON AVE 16.6 miles

48 HAMILTON AVE
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

157 UNION ST 17.1 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

157 UNION ST 17.1 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBORO, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBORO MA

On-site only 17.3 miles

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

774 SOUTH ST 17.5 miles

774 SOUTH ST
WRENTHAM, MA 2093
Categories: WRENTHAM MA

371 BROADWAY 18.1 miles

371 BROADWAY
SAUGUS, MA 1906
Categories: SAUGUS MA

160 S MAIN ST 18.2 miles

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

42 BOSTON POST RD W 18.3 miles

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

210 Quincy Ave, 18.3 miles

210 Quincy Ave,
Brockton, MA 2302
Categories: Brockton MA

115 WATER ST 2ND FL 18.3 miles

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

510 BOSTON RD 18.4 miles

510 BOSTON RD
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

17 MAIN ST APT 2A 18.4 miles

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

5 WINTER ST 18.4 miles

5 WINTER ST
HUDSON, MA 1749
Categories: HUDSON MA

682 DEPOT ST 18.7 miles

682 DEPOT ST
NORTH EASTON, MA 2356
Categories: NORTH EASTON MA

42 Washington Street 19.4 miles

42 Washington Street
Norwell, MA 2061
Categories: Norwell MA

66B CONCORD ST 19.6 miles

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

271 WESTERN AVE STE102 19.6 miles

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

65 MUNROE DR 19.7 miles

65 MUNROE DR
N ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: N ATTLEBORO MA

160 BUNGAY RD 20.4 miles

160 BUNGAY RD
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

Onsite Only 20.6 miles

Onsite Only
Whitman, MA 2382
Categories: Whitman MA

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 20.6 miles

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

223 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, 20.8 miles

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

895 MOUNT HOPE ST 20.8 miles

895 MOUNT HOPE ST
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

32 LAURELWOOD DR 21.0 miles

32 LAURELWOOD DR
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 21.9 miles

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

426 MOUNT HOPE ST UNIT 501 22.0 miles

426 MOUNT HOPE ST UNIT 501
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

1399 WASHINGTON ST 22.1 miles

1399 WASHINGTON ST
HANOVER, MA 2339
Categories: HANOVER MA

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 22.1 miles

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

55 N WASHINGTON ST 22.1 miles

55 N WASHINGTON ST
NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
Categories: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202 22.2 miles

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

39 Village Square, 22.6 miles

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

20 DEANVILLE RD 23.0 miles

20 DEANVILLE RD
Attleboro, MA 2703
Categories: Attleboro MA

229 Andover Street 23.3 miles

229 Andover Street
Peabody, MA 1960
Categories: Peabody MA

345 MAIN ST 23.4 miles

345 MAIN ST
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
Categories: TEWKSBURY MA

25 JOHN A CUMMINGS WAY 23.6 miles

25 JOHN A CUMMINGS WAY
WOONSOCKET, RI 2895
Categories: WOONSOCKET RI

620 MYLES STANDISH BLVD 23.6 miles

620 MYLES STANDISH BLVD
TAUNTON, MA 2780
Categories: TAUNTON MA

211 PARK ST 23.7 miles

211 PARK ST
ATTLEBORO, MA 2703
Categories: ATTLEBORO MA

140 Commonwealth Ave, 23.7 miles

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

700 Rogers Street, 24.1 miles

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

34 S MAIN ST PO BOX 600 24.5 miles

34 S MAIN ST PO BOX 600
ATTLEBORO, MA 2703
Categories: ATTLEBORO MA

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 24.7 miles

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

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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: Needham, Massachusetts

Needham was first settled in 1680 with the purchase of a tract of land measuring 4 miles (6.4 km) by 5 miles (8.0 km) from Chief Nehoiden for the sum of 10 pounds, 40 acres (160,000 m2) of land, and 40 shillings worth of corn. It was officially incorporated in 1711. Originally part of the Dedham Grant, Needham split from Dedham and was named after the town of Needham Market in Suffolk, England. By the 1770s settlers in the western part of the town who had to travel a long distance to the meeting house on what is now Central Avenue sought to form a second parish in the town. Opposition to this desire created conflict, and in 1774 a mysterious fire destroyed the extant meeting house. Some time afterwards the West Parish was formed.

In 1857 the City of Boston began a project to fill in the Back Bay with landfill by filling the tidewater flats of the Charles River. The fill to reclaim the bay from the water was obtained from Needham, Massachusetts from the area of present-day Route 128. The firm of Goss and Munson, railroad contractors, built 6 miles (9.7 km) of railroad from Needham and their 35-car trains made 16 trips a day to Back Bay. The filling of present-day Back Bay was completed by 1882; filling reached Kenmore Square in 1890, and finished in the Fens in 1900. The project was the largest of a number of land reclamation projects, beginning in 1820, which, over the course of time, more than doubled the size of the original Boston peninsula.

In 1865, William Carter established a knitting mill company in Needham Heights that would eventually become a major manufacturer and leading brand of children's apparel in the United States. The site of Mill #1 currently houses the Avery Manor assisted living center, while Mill #2 stood along the shores of Rosemary Lake. By the 1960s, the company owned seven mills in Massachusetts and the south. The Carter family sold the business in 1990, after which Carter's, Inc. moved its headquarters to Atlanta, Georgia.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 28,886.

Population (male): 14,416

Population (female): 14,470

Poverty (breakdown): (2.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 30.9% for Black residents, 8.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 2.2% for other race residents)

Land Area: 12.6 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 02492, 02494

Races:
      White alone - 25,730 - 89.1%
      Asian alone - 1,753 - 6.1%
      Hispanic - 618 - 2.1%
      Two or more races - 436 - 1.5%
      Black alone - 275 - 1.0%
      Other race alone - 56 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 10 - 0.03%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 8 - 0.03%

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