Substance use disorders are common in the United States, with 2024 data indicating that more than 1 in 4 (25.5%) of persons 12 years of age or older used an illicit drug in the past year. The availability of highly effective direct-acting antiviral (DAA) medications has radically changed the assessment and consideration of substance use, […]
This 90-minute virtual webinar introduces criminal justice professionals to essential concepts and practical tools for addressing unhealthy alcohol, opioid, and drug use among justice-involved individuals. Designed for staff working in corrections, probation, parole, reentry, and related settings, the session blends foundational knowledge with real-world applications. Participants will explore the spectrum of substance use, setting-specific screening tools, and evidence-based […]
This 90-minute virtual webinar introduces adolescent service providers to essential concepts and practical tools for addressing unhealthy alcohol, opioid, and drug use among youth. Designed for professionals in school-based health centers and youth-serving organizations, the session blends foundational knowledge with real-world applications. Participants will explore the spectrum of substance use in adolescents, age-appropriate screening tools, and evidence-based […]
This comprehensive 4-part webinar series is designed to strengthen Nevada’s approach to opioid and other substance use disorders, with special emphasis on maternal health and family systems. The series provides participants with data, tools, and real-world perspectives to improve prevention, treatment, and recovery supports across the lifespan. Series Schedule (Wednesdays from 12–2 pm PT): November […]
Supporting Pregnant and Parenting People Who Use Substances: Moving Toward Compassionate Care — Virtual Follow-Up Series Join us for a five-part virtual follow-up series building on the in-person conference Supporting Pregnant and Parenting People Who Use Substances: Moving Toward Compassionate Care. Each one-hour session will take a deeper look at the health and well-being of […]
A film and discussion exploring the emotional impact of suicide and overdose loss and the path to healing for providers. This special event combines a film screening with guided discussion to explore the shared emotional, professional, and systemic impacts of losing a client to suicide or opioid overdose. Adapted from materials developed by the […]
This comprehensive 4-part webinar series is designed to strengthen Nevada’s approach to opioid and other substance use disorders, with special emphasis on maternal health and family systems. The series provides participants with data, tools, and real-world perspectives to improve prevention, treatment, and recovery supports across the lifespan. Series Schedule (Wednesdays from 12–2 pm PT): November […]
A bi-monthly webinar series delivering briefings on current and emerging drug trends from experts with leading forensic and toxicology labs. Open to any interested professionals throughout the country working in public safety, public health, or other disciplines to prevent overdoses. Click here to register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/h6NVyph/orstat To submit questions or topics of interest, contact ors-tat@nhac.org. To […]
Many trainings and resources focus on what research has shown to be effective at preventing substance misuse. However, we also know through research what is NOT effective in preventing substance misuse and in some cases is harmful. Yet communities across the nation continue to implement these ineffective and sometimes counterproductive strategies. The focus of this […]
Supporting Pregnant and Parenting People Who Use Substances: Moving Toward Compassionate Care — Virtual Follow-Up Series Join us for a five-part virtual follow-up series building on the in-person conference Supporting Pregnant and Parenting People Who Use Substances: Moving Toward Compassionate Care. Each one-hour session will take a deeper look at the health and well-being of […]
This webinar brings together the lived experience of individuals who have navigated homelessness and opioid use with the frontline perspectives of behavioral health professionals. This presentation blends personal narrative, community data, and practical strategies to illuminate how the opioid epidemic continues to shape the landscape of homelessness in Nevada. Participants will learn about the systemic […]