



Medford, Oregon
Medford, OR Profile
Medford, OR, population 63,154 , is located
in Oregon's Jackson county,
about 119.8 miles from Eugene and 181.1 miles from Salem.
In the 90's the population of Medford has grown by about 35%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Medford has been growing at an annual rate of 1.7 percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Medford area were higher than Oregon's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Oregon average.
Medford Statistics
Medford Gender Information
Males in Medford: 30,262 (48%)
Females in Medford: 32,892 (52%)
As % of Population in Medford
Race Diversity in Medford
White: 90%
Native American: 1%
Asian: 1%
Other/Mixed: 8%
As % of Population in Medford
Age Diversity in Medford
Median Age in Medford: 37.0 (Males in Medford: 35.3, Females in Medford: 38.5)
Medford Males Under 20: 14%
Medford Females Under 20: 14%
Medford Males 20 to 40: 13%
Medford Females 20 to 40: 13%
Medford Males 40 to 60: 12%
Medford Females 40 to 60: 13%
Medford Males Over 60: 8%
Medford Females Over 60: 12%
Economics in Medford
Medford Household Average Size: 2.47 people
Medford Median Household Income: $ 36,481
Medford Median Value of Homes: $ 128,500
Law Enforcement in Medford
Reported crimes in the Medford area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 4
Forcible rape: 29
Robbery: 35
Aggravated assault: 231
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 458
Burglary: 484
Larceny-theft: 3,494
Motor vehicle theft: 257
Arson: 52
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 6,480
Medford Location Information
Elevation: 1,383 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 18.3 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Medford
Central Point 4.0 Miles
Phoenix 4.6 Miles
Jacksonville 4.8 Miles
Talent 7.1 Miles
White City 7.7 Miles
Eagle Point 10.8 Miles
Gold Hill 11.5 Miles
Ashland 12.5 Miles
Rogue River 16.9 Miles
Shady Cove 19.9 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Medford
(Population 100,000+)
Eugene 119.8 Miles
Salem 181.1 Miles
Portland 221.3 Miles
Vancouver 229.3 Miles
Reno 251.0 Miles
Santa Rosa 268.9 Miles
Sacramento 269.0 Miles
Vallejo 293.9 Miles
Concord 304.1 Miles
Berkeley 309.8 Miles
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Facts
The symptoms of substance abuse may be related to its social effects as well as its physical effects. The social effects of substance abuse may include dropping out of school or losing a series of jobs, engaging in fighting and violence in relationships, and legal problems (ranging from driving under the influence to the commission of crimes designed to obtain the money needed to support an expensive drug habit). Underage drinkers account for 11 percent of all the alcohol consumed in the U.S., according to a new report released by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University. In Australia, lowering the drinking age was associated with an increase of 20% to 25% in cases of male delinquency. In 1992, the overall cost of drug abuse to society was approximately $102 billion. The projected overall cost reached $160.7 billion in 2000. |
Tolerance
Tolerance to a drug takes place when an individual is exposed to the same drug repeatedly and begins to build up an resistance to the drugs effects. The body then adapts and develops a tolerance for the drug. The addiction that is produced is so powerful that it creates cravings in the user. These cravings for the drug are the result of its impact on the individual's memory with feelings of pleasantness and euphoria which the individual has come to associate with the taking of the drug.
Relapse
Relapse is a term used to describe when an individual who has quit using drugs starts using once again. A relapse can mean just a one time use, a long term continues period of using or anything in between after a period of sobriety has taken place. An individual begins to experience a psychological relapse long before their first use after
quitting. Some things that can lead to relapse both physically or psychologically include: 1. Being in the presence of drugs or alcohol, drug or alcohol users, or places where you used or bought chemicals. 2. Feelings we perceive as negative, particularly anger; also sadness, loneliness, guilt, fear, and anxiety. 3. Positive feelings that make you want to celebrate by using. 4. Listening to others past drug use stories and just dwelling on getting high. 5. Believing that you no longer have to worry (complacent). That is, that you are no longer stimulated to crave drugs/alcohol by any of the above situations or by anything else – and therefore maybe it’s safe for you to use occasionally.
Intervention
An intervention is when a group of loved ones and/or a trained intervention counselor meets with the person in need of help for the purpose of breaking down their denial and motivating them to immediately seek drug addiction treatment. Often, individuals in the midst of drug addiction engage in a variety of self destructive behaviors. Although baffling to friends and family members such people generally either aren't aware on a conscious level that they have a drug addiction problem, or even when they know they have a problem they may cling to the false belief that the problem will somehow go away without any outside help. When an intervention is held a moment of clarity is created
for the addict. Most people struggling with the problem of drug or alcohol
addiction will accept help the very day of the intervention.
Drug Overdose
A drug overdose occurs when you consume more drugs than your body can tolerate. Drug users are constantly flirting with the risk of a drug overdose. There is a
fine line between the high they're seeking and serious injury or death. While many victims of drug overdose recover without long term effects, there
can be serious consequences. Some drug overdoses cause the failure of major
organs like the kidneys or liver, or failure of whole systems like the
respiratory or circulatory systems. Patients who survive drug overdose may need
kidney dialysis, kidney or liver transplant, or ongoing care as a result of
heart failure, stroke, or coma. Death can occur in almost any drug overdose
situation, particularly if treatment is not started immediately.
Withdrawal
Withdrawal is what happens when a person who is addicted to drugs or alcohol discontinues use. There are numerous symptoms that take place both physically and emotionally when an addicted individual stops using. Withdrawal can last a few days to a few weeks and may include nausea or vomiting, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety. Keep in mind; this only occurs if a person has regular, heavy use of a drug or alcohol. Withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable without professional help. Treatment for withdrawal from alcohol or drugs may require a medical professional to be present. Drug and alcohol rehabilitation is often the best way to overcome withdrawal and its symptoms as well as recovery from drug addiction.
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