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SUMMARY:Introduction to Screening\, Prevention\, and Intervention for Alcohol and Drug Use: Foundational Knowledge for Community Health Workers
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute virtual webinar introduces participants to core concepts and practical tools for addressing unhealthy alcohol and drug use in their service settings. Designed for Community Health Workers and other professionals in primary care and other health and mental health settings\, the session will blend foundational knowledge with real-world applications. Participants will explore the spectrum of substance use\, setting specific screening tools\, and evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies. The webinar also addresses stigma\, systemic gaps\, and opportunities for improving care. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine and distinguish between types of unhealthy alcohol and drug use (e.g.\, risky use\, substance use disorder)\nDescribe prevalence and consequences of substance use in their specific service setting\nRecognize the impact of substance use stigma and describe strategies for reducing stigma in clinical and community settings\nSummarize a variety of prevention and intervention techniques and resources\n\nPresented by: Jennifer Hettema\, PhD \nJennifer Hettema\, PhD is a clinical psychologist and has conducted research on the development\, evaluation\, and dissemination of brief behavioral health interventions in medical and other settings with an emphasis on promoting health equity. She is a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers and much of her research integrated this approach. Dr. Hettema develops curriculum and teaches medical students\, residents\, faculty\, and other health professions. \nFunding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada\, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/introduction-to-screening-prevention-and-intervention-for-alcohol-and-drug-use-foundational-knowledge-for-community-health-workers/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
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SUMMARY:Empowered Pathways: Addressing Opioid Use Across the Lifespan in Nevada — Session 2: Compassionate Care Models Treating Families\, Not Just Symptoms
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSeries Schedule  (Wednesdays from 12–2 pm PT): \n\nNovember 5\, 2025 – Breaking the Silence Substance Use & Health Across the Lifespan\nDecember 3\, 2025 – Compassionate Care Models Treating Families\, Not Just Symptoms\nDecember 10\, 2025 – Justice and Advocacy Protecting Families in Crisis\nDecember 17\, 2025 – Healing Systems Building Intergenerational Recovery Ecosystems\n\nParticipation in the full series is not required for continuing education. However\, the sessions are designed to be cohesive as a series\, and we encourage full participation for the best learning outcomes. During registration\, you will be able to select which sessions you wish to attend.  \nPresented by: Eboni January\, MD\, FACOG \nDr. Eboni January (Dr. EJ) is a board-certified OB/GYN\, health equity advocate\, and business visionary—who believes that real change happens when we combine expertise with intentional action. Dr. Eboni January’s mission is to improve maternal health outcomes by blending medical expertise with cultural awareness\, advocacy\, and education. Her vision is to ensure that every mother—regardless of background or circumstance—has the knowledge\, confidence\, and community she deserves to experience a healthy\, informed\, and empowered motherhood journey. \nContinuing Education Units: 8 CEUs (2 CEUs per session) \nThis training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here. \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSession 2 – December 3\, 2025 – Compassionate Care Models Treating Families\, Not Just Symptoms \nLearning Objectives:\nBy the end of this session\, participants will: \n\nIdentify evidence-based medication-assisted treatment approaches for pregnant individuals.\nApply trauma-informed strategies that support multi-generational healing within families.\nIntegrate culturally responsive practices to improve care in Nevada’s diverse communities.\n\n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nFunding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada\, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/20889/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
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