Welcome to the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence
The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE) is dedicated to developing and sharing evidence-informed training and offering technical assistance to professionals and community members alike. Whether you are a care provider or a concerned community member, NOCE provides resources to support those affected by opioid use.
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Request Technical Assistance (TA) from the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence
Technical Assistance (TA) is about giving people, organizations, and programs the help they need to grow, improve, and reach their goals. This can include things like:
- Expert advice
- Training
- Helpful tools or resources
- Planning strategies
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Request Technical Assistance (TA) from the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence
Technical Assistance (TA) is about giving people, organizations, and programs the help they need to grow, improve, and reach their goals. This can include things like:
- Expert advice
- Training
- Helpful tools or resources
- Planning strategies
Who Can Request TA?
Upcoming Events
News Updates
The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence Recognizes Red Ribbon Week
Each year, on October 23-31, individuals, schools, and communities across the United States show their commitment to a healthy, drug-free lifestyle by wearing or displaying the red ribbon. Red Ribbon Week raises awareness of drug use and the problems related to drugs faced by individuals, families, and communities. This annual health observance encourages parents, educators, business owners, and other community organizations to promote drug-free lifestyles.
New Nevada Data on Childhood Experiences Supports Opioid Prevention Efforts
Nevada Essentials for Childhood (NVEFC) has released new reports in its online data library, offering a closer look at what Nevada’s children and youth are experiencing. The reports share the latest findings on Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs), Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and Nevada Syndromic Surveillance.
Understanding Kratom: What It Is, How Nevada Regulates It, and the Move Toward Scheduling
Kratom, a tropical botanical product that produces stimulant effects at low doses and opioid-like effects at higher doses, has become a central focus of public health discussions due to its potential for physical dependence and adverse health events. While Nevada initially pioneered a harm-reduction model through the 2019 Kratom Consumer Protection Act to regulate adult sales, product labeling, and purity, rising health concerns over high-potency extracts have led state regulators and the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy to evaluate classifying kratom as a Schedule I controlled substance.