The Indian Country Adolescent Health ECHO: Centering wellness, resilience, and culture to strengthen Indigenous adolescent health is a collaborative to learn from, and improve the health and wellness of, American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) adolescents. It envisions a future where AI/AN adolescents thrive in systems designed for their wellness. Through monthly 1- hour teleECHO […]
This webinar explores how healthcare providers and community partners can engage with the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day initiative and leverage DEA's free outreach resources to address the opioid epidemic. With a focus on Tribal inclusion, presenters will highlight opportunities to collaborate with DEA in developing culturally responsive prevention materials for American Indian […]
American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) people have a proud and exemplary tradition of military service, consistently serving at one of the highest per-capita rates of any ethnic group in the United States. This dedication and sacrifice, however, have come at a significant cost. According to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) data, AIAN Veterans […]
The Nevada Overdose Data to Action Program (OD2A) will be hosting the third of four data-related trainings on June 11 from 12:00-1:00 PM. This data training will provide an overview of several national overdose-related data dashboards and tools, including how to access, interpret, and apply these data resources to support prevention, response, planning, and public […]
A one-hour clinic will be held every third Tuesday from 12-1pm (PT). The purpose of the monthly Tribal MAT ECHO® Clinic is to support health care providers in Native communities across California to improve the delivery of evidence based treatment for opioid and stimulant use disorders. The Project Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes (ECHO®) model […]
As temperatures rise across Nevada, so does the risk of overdose. This webinar explores the dangerous intersection of extreme heat and substance use, examining how high temperatures can intensify the effects of opioids and stimulants and increase the risk of overdose, overamping, and death. Presenters Brandon Delise, MPH, CIC, and Taylor Lensch, Ph.D., MPH, bring […]
Join the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) for their Mindfulness Monday training series dedicated to fostering mindfulness and self-care for those working in or supporting individuals with substance use disorders. In this series trainers present practical, research-based mindfulness strategies designed to support calm, clarity and balance in daily life. Each session offers simple yet […]
Families are often torn apart when a loved one is experiencing alcohol and drug abuse and/or mental health conditions. They are left feeling isolated and not knowing where to turn for help. Please join the Behavioral Health Association of Nevada (BHAN)for a free workshop to learn more about substance use and mental health conditions and […]
Los objetivos del entrenamiento Prevención del Suicidio 101 son aprender más sobre el suicidio, reconocer las señales de advertencia, identificar los factores de riesgo y de protección, y saber cómo ayudar a una persona en riesgo. Este taller también ofrece orientación sobre cómo apoyar a los sobrevivientes y brinda información sobre recursos de apoyo. Esta […]
This session is part of AAP's Practical Guidance from Pediatricians: Treating Opioid Use Disorders in Adolescents. It will focus on practical strategies for integrating medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) treatment and mental health care for adolescents within pediatric settings. Experts will share evidence-based approaches for building interprofessional teams, improving care coordination, and enhancing treatment adherence […]
The Nevada Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) team will host their monthly office hours on Friday, June 26th from 10:00-11:00 AM. These sessions are informal and have no set agenda. Participants are welcome to drop in with overdose data–related questions or requests for one-on-one technical assistance. If you are interested in attending, please register at […]
Compassion Fatigue is real and prevalent for those working in the human services field or any other role that is focused on caring for others. It is now considered an organizational contagion. Its insidious quality can corrode the individual’s emotional, mental, and physical health. It also can destroy relationships, family, and career. If compassion fatigue […]