The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE)

The Indian Country Adolescent Health ECHO
2026-12-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-11-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual Event
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 sessions, and the development of policy related resources, we strive to improve the capacity for healthcare workers and others who provide care to AI/AN adolescents. We also hope to center adolescent voices through this work, ensuring that the resources and educational materials developed are in line with their priorities. Through centering and prioritizing the unique needs of this group, we hope to support lasting impacts to realize the wellness of the seventh generation—our grandchildren’s Grandchildren. Participants will have the opportunity to earn CE credit following participation. The sessions will take place virtually on Zoom the second Wednesday of every month at 12pm PT, starting February 11th, 2026.
What topics will be covered?

Sexual and reproductive health
Mental health
Substance use
Disordered eating
Long COVID and infection associated chronic illness
Supporting identity development
Sexually transmitted infections
Foster care
Healthy weight management
Policy implications

Designed for
Clinical staff at IHS, Tribal, and Urban Indian health programs providing care for American Indian and Alaska Native adolescents, and others interested in learning a new skill are invited to join.

Native-Centered Community Overdose Training
2026-12-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event
CCUIH (California Consortium for Urban Indian Health) hosts free, virtual Community Overdose Trainings on the second Tuesday of every month at 6PM PST. These Native-centered, community-based trainings cover overdose information, naloxone (Narcan) administration, and life-saving response skills. All registrants receive a free naloxone kit, and attendees can connect with CCUIH to request additional naloxone supplies or schedule trainings for their community. To register, visit bit.ly/ccuih-narcan26. Questions can be directed to TMAT@CCUIH.org.

Rural Nevada Health Summit
2026-11-19 - 2026-11-20 | University of Nevada, Reno Joe Crowley Student Union, 4th Floor, 1664 North Virginia Street, Reno, NV, 89557, United States
On November 19–20, 2026, the Nevada Rural Health Summit will take place in recognition of National Rural Health Day. National Rural Health Day celebrates the people and places that drive the Power of Rural forward. It is a day to honor rural healthcare providers, communities, organizations, State Offices of Rural Health, and the many partners dedicated to ensuring rural America continues to thrive.
This year’s summit marks an exciting expansion from a single-day program to a one-and-a-half-day event featuring presentations from public health experts across Nevada, student and professional poster sessions, exhibitor engagement, and dedicated networking time. Organizers anticipate 150–200 participants from across the state.
Healthcare professionals, students, researchers, organizations, and community partners are invited to participate as speakers, poster presenters, or exhibitors.
Participation Opportunities

Speakers | Deadline: August 7, 2026 Submit a Speaker Application
Poster Presentations | Deadline: September 30, 2026 Submit a Poster Application
Exhibitors | Deadline: October 31, 2026 Submit an Exhibitor Application

Organizations interested in sponsorship opportunities are encouraged to contact Alexis Kirby at alexissanchez@med.unr.edu.
Download PDF event flyer: NRHS26 Call Flyer.pdf

National Rural Health Day 2026
2026-11-19
Since 2011, the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) has set aside the third Thursday of November to celebrate the “Power of Rural” on National Rural Health Day (NRHD). This day is an opportunity to bring attention to and honor the incredible efforts of rural healthcare providers, communities, organizations, State Offices of Rural Health, and other stakeholders dedicated to addressing the unique healthcare needs of rural America.

Native-Centered Community Overdose Training
2026-11-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event
CCUIH (California Consortium for Urban Indian Health) hosts free, virtual Community Overdose Trainings on the second Tuesday of every month at 6PM PST. These Native-centered, community-based trainings cover overdose information, naloxone (Narcan) administration, and life-saving response skills. Remaining 2026 dates include November 10, and December 8. All registrants receive a free naloxone kit, and attendees can connect with CCUIH to request additional naloxone supplies or schedule trainings for their community. To register, visit bit.ly/ccuih-narcan26. Questions can be directed to TMAT@CCUIH.org.

Resilience for Families: Navigating Substance Use and Mental Health Conditions
2026-10-15 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Reno City Hall – Council Chambers, 1 E. 1 Street St., Reno, NV, 89501, United States
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 how you can support your loved ones.
Location: Reno City Hall – Council Chambers 1 E. 1 Street st Reno, NV 89501 (Entrance on 1 floor off Virginia St. st Free parking in garage next to City Hall.)
DATES: APRIL 16, 2026 MAY 19, 2026 AUGUST 20, 2026 OCTOBER 15, 2026 6:00-7:30PM
This initiative is funded by the City of Reno’s Opioid funds, with the Behavioral Health Association of Nevada being a subrecipient of these funds.
Download PDF flyer: Resilience flyer-2026

Native-Centered Community Overdose Training
2026-10-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event
CCUIH (California Consortium for Urban Indian Health) hosts free, virtual Community Overdose Trainings on the second Tuesday of every month at 6PM PST. These Native-centered, community-based trainings cover overdose information, naloxone (Narcan) administration, and life-saving response skills. Remaining 2026 dates include October 13, November 10, and December 8. All registrants receive a free naloxone kit, and attendees can connect with CCUIH to request additional naloxone supplies or schedule trainings for their community. To register, visit bit.ly/ccuih-narcan26. Questions can be directed to TMAT@CCUIH.org.

Introduction to Treating Patients with Buprenorphine for Primary Care Providers
2026-10-12 06:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Event
The Overdose Prevention Engagement Network (OPEN) at the University of Michigan is a multidisciplinary team committed to improving lives and reducing harms of substance use. Through partnership with individuals, communities, and organizations, OPEN provides education and resources to strengthen person-centered prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts. OPEN has graciously extended a warm invitation to Indian Country providers to participate in their virtual trainings and webinar series throughout 2026 (and beyond). These sessions offer timely, clinically relevant content that can be applied across care settings, with CE credits available.
During May 2020–April 2021, the estimated number of drug overdose deaths in the United States exceeded 100,000 over a 12-month period for the first time. Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), like Buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone have been proven to reduce overdose and death, and providers that hold a DEA license with Schedule III Authority can prescribe Buprenorphine. Ensuring prescribers have the knowledge to initiate MOUD is imperative to helping patients with opioid use disorder.
Learning Objectives:

Understand the basics of the neurobiology of addiction
Understand the basic pharmacodynamics of buprenorphine
Describe the diagnosis, intake, and buprenorphine induction of a patient with OUD.
Understand how to manage acute and chronic pain for patients with opioid use disorder with a specific emphasis on using buprenorphine for pain management
Describe key principles in the outpatient management of patients with OUD

Presenters:

Chris Frank, MD, Ph.D.
Eliza Hutchinson, MD, FASM

Who should take this training:

Physicians
Nurse Practitioners
Physician Assistants

4 CME Credits (4.0 hours)

Meets DEA Training Requirements

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of MyMichigan Health and OPEN: Overdose Prevention Engagement Network. MyMichigan Health is accredited by the Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. MyMichigan Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category Credit(s)TM . Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Permission to Grieve: A Guide to Coping with Uncomfortable Feelings in Native Contexts
2026-09-11 09:30 - 11:30 | Zoom Meeting
This 2‑hour virtual training centers grief, loss, and complex emotions in Native communities—and in the lives of helpers themselves—in the context of ongoing trauma, overdose deaths, and substance use. Blending Indigenous trauma science, grief practices, and Western neuroscience (such as the window of tolerance and nervous system responses), we will focus on both provider wellness and usable skills.
Participants will explore the difference between trauma‑informed and healing‑centered approaches, and will leave with concrete co‑regulation tools and grief‑aware practices they can bring into their work with Native communities in Nevada, including conversations about opioid use, treatment, and recovery.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

Differentiate between trauma‑informed and healing‑centered approaches to grief in Native communities, particularly in the context of overdose deaths and substance‑related losses.
Describe how grief and historical trauma can show up in bodies, emotions, behaviors, and relationships for Indigenous clients and for providers themselves—and how this impacts engagement in opioid‑related services.
Identify at least two concrete practices they can use to co‑regulate with clients (and themselves) during times of grief, crisis, or emotional overwhelm, including when discussing opioid use and treatment options.
Develop at least one realistic commitment for integrating grief‑aware, culturally grounded practices into their work settings to support both client healing and provider sustainability in opioid‑related and behavioral health work.

Intended Audience: Behavioral health providers, healthcare providers, peer support specialists, community health workers, and others working with tribal communities in Nevada, with particular relevance for rural and tribal partners.
Presentation Format: This session will take place in a Zoom meeting format. Participants will have access to camera and audio, though neither is required. For more information on the use of Zoom please visit the Getting Started with Zoom Videoconferencing Software section of our website
Presented by: Casandra (Cas) Stouder, ORN Consultant, Tribal Southwest (Region 9), Diné (Navajo) & Seminole
Casandra (Cas) Stouder is Diné (Navajo) and Seminole and has spent more than 24 years working alongside Indigenous communities through trauma, addiction, recovery, and systems change. She is an Indigenous wellness consultant and Trauma & Systems Transformation Facilitator, and serves as a Technical Support Specialist with the Opioid Response Network (Southwest), supporting tribal communities in designing culturally grounded substance use and opioid‑related prevention and healing initiatives.
Cas has delivered over 1,000 professional trainings and supported more than 1,900 community wellness and prevention efforts. Her work braids ACEs/NEAR science, Indigenous trauma science, Medicine Wheel‑based brain frameworks, and somatic practice with traditional knowledge. She has developed multiple Indigenous recovery and wellness programs, including Sacred Path to Recovery and Medicine Wheel Wellness, and serves as an Arizona ACEs Educational Trainer and Indigenous Community Subcommittee Chair for the Arizona ACEs Consortium.
A Native woman in long‑term recovery, Cas brings deep lived experience, ceremony, and careful, prayerful practice to her work. She is recognized as Arizona’s Preeminent Health Innovation Leader (2025) and Best Rural Women’s Health Practitioner (2025).
Continuing Education Units: 2 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.

Funding 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.

Native-Centered Community Overdose Training
2026-09-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event
CCUIH (California Consortium for Urban Indian Health) hosts free, virtual Community Overdose Trainings on the second Tuesday of every month at 6PM PST. These Native-centered, community-based trainings cover overdose information, naloxone (Narcan) administration, and life-saving response skills. Remaining 2026 dates include September 8, October 13, November 10, and December 8. All registrants receive a free naloxone kit, and attendees can connect with CCUIH to request additional naloxone supplies or schedule trainings for their community. To register, visit bit.ly/ccuih-narcan26. Questions can be directed to TMAT@CCUIH.org.

Public Health Training Summit
2026-08-26 - 2026-08-27 | Flagstaff, AZ, Flagstaff, AZ, United States
The Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, Inc. Tribal Epidemiology Center (ITCA TEC) would like to invite you to the upcoming Public Health Training Summit.
The Public Health Training Summit will include workshops in Data Collection, Survey Design, Data Management, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Communication, and Evaluation.
Please the link below to express your interest in attending. Once the registration is live, ITCA TEC will send you the link to register for the event.
Registration is open to Tribes and public health workers within the Phoenix and Tucson IHS Service Areas (AZ, NV, UT).
Travel reimbursement may be available for tribal members and employees up to government rates.

Healing through Culture: Restoring Balance and Wellness in Native Communities
2026-08-14 09:30 - 11:30 | Zoom Meeting
This 2‑hour virtual training explores culture as a primary medicine in Native communities and as a key foundation for effective opioid‑related prevention, treatment, and recovery support. Using the Medicine Wheel as a practical framework, we’ll braid Indigenous ways of knowing with current neuroscience, ACEs/NEAR science, and what we now understand about nervous systems and brain health.
We’ll look at how historical and ongoing trauma have impacted wellness, help‑seeking, and engagement in SUD/OUD services—and how cultural strengths such as kinship, ceremony, story, and connection to land can guide more effective, less stigmatizing care with Native communities across Nevada.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

Describe at least three ways historical and intergenerational trauma have impacted wellness, help‑seeking, and engagement in behavioral health and SUD/OUD services in Native communities in Nevada.
Identify at least three cultural strengths (e.g., kinship, language, ceremony, land connection) that support nervous system regulation, brain health, and readiness to engage in care, including opioid‑related services.
Explain how a Medicine Wheel framework can be used to organize care around emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions—while respecting tribal specificity and sovereignty.
Name at least two practical strategies for: Building therapeutic alliance with Native/tribal clients, and Reducing stigma and barriers to accessing opioid‑related and behavioral health services.

Intended Audience: Behavioral health providers, healthcare providers, peer support specialists, community health workers, and others working with tribal communities in Nevada, with particular relevance for rural and tribal partners.
Presentation Format: This session will take place in a Zoom meeting format. Participants will have access to camera and audio, though neither is required. For more information on the use of Zoom please visit the Getting Started with Zoom Videoconferencing Software section of our website
Presented by: Casandra (Cas) Stouder, ORN Consultant, Tribal Southwest (Region 9), Diné (Navajo) & Seminole
Casandra (Cas) Stouder is Diné (Navajo) and Seminole and has spent more than 24 years working alongside Indigenous communities through trauma, addiction, recovery, and systems change. She is an Indigenous wellness consultant and Trauma & Systems Transformation Facilitator, and serves as a Technical Support Specialist with the Opioid Response Network (Southwest), supporting tribal communities in designing culturally grounded substance use and opioid‑related prevention and healing initiatives.
Cas has delivered over 1,000 professional trainings and supported more than 1,900 community wellness and prevention efforts. Her work braids ACEs/NEAR science, Indigenous trauma science, Medicine Wheel‑based brain frameworks, and somatic practice with traditional knowledge. She has developed multiple Indigenous recovery and wellness programs, including Sacred Path to Recovery and Medicine Wheel Wellness, and serves as an Arizona ACEs Educational Trainer and Indigenous Community Subcommittee Chair for the Arizona ACEs Consortium.
A Native woman in long‑term recovery, Cas brings deep lived experience, ceremony, and careful, prayerful practice to her work. She is recognized as Arizona’s Preeminent Health Innovation Leader (2025) and Best Rural Women’s Health Practitioner (2025).
Continuing Education Units: 2 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
Funding 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.

Native-Centered Community Overdose Training
2026-08-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event
CCUIH (California Consortium for Urban Indian Health) hosts free, virtual Community Overdose Trainings on the second Tuesday of every month at 6PM PST. These Native-centered, community-based trainings cover overdose information, naloxone (Narcan) administration, and life-saving response skills. Remaining 2026 dates include August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, and December 8. All registrants receive a free naloxone kit, and attendees can connect with CCUIH to request additional naloxone supplies or schedule trainings for their community. To register, visit bit.ly/ccuih-narcan26. Questions can be directed to TMAT@CCUIH.org.

Tribal MAT ECHO Clinic
2026-07-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
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 is a distance learning method that links specialists at academic medical centers with primary care clinicians in local communities. Each clinic begins with a presentation on a topic relevant to the delivery of opioid and/or stimulant use disorder treatment and features a facilitated discussion of a case or clinical question. Attendees are encouraged to bring complex patient cases and clinical questions for peer-to-peer discussion with input and consultation experts. CEs and CMEs available for certified and licensed participants. This project is part of the UCLA Opioid and Stimulant Implementation Support-Training and Technical Assistance (OASIS-TTA) Program.

Featured Facilitators and Experts:

Heather Momberg, DNP RN
Daniel Dickerson, DO, MPH
Katya Adachi Serrano, MD
Katie Bell, MSN, RN-BC
Albert G. Titman Sr. CADCII

Date & Time

Apr 21, 2026 12:00 PM
May 19, 2026 12:00 PM
Jun 16, 2026 12:00 PM
Jul 21, 2026 12:00 PM

The Introduction to the Prevention Core Competencies for Prevention Professionals (In-Person, Las Vegas)
2026-07-21 08:30 - 16:30 | UNR Extension NLV Classroom A 2280 N McDaniel St North Las Vegas, NV 89030, 2280 N McDaniel St, North Las Vegas, 89030, United States
The Introduction to the Prevention Core Competencies for Prevention Professionals is a three-day, in-person training that covers the foundations of substance use prevention science for early and mid-career prevention professionals. By taking this training, you’ll be able to expand your knowledge and skills in the field of prevention and ultimately enhance your ability to make a positive impact in your community.
The course covers a wide variety of topics including prevention science, community organization, needs & resource assessment, evidence-based interventions, and more. The Prevention Core Competencies and accompanying knowledge, skills, and abilities offer professional direction to the prevention field, affecting staff development, career ladders, and pipelines, and providing guidance for training programs and service delivery qualification.
The curriculum uses evidence-based strategies for adult learning and builds upon and complements existing workforce training curricula and resources (e.g., SPF Application for Prevention Success Training (SAPST)).
Course Goals
• Goal 1: Provide an overview of prevention science and its application to practice.
• Goal 2: Strengthen understanding of the knowledge and skills required to do effective planning and implementation of prevention interventions and services
• Goal 3: Raise awareness about training and credentialing needs.
• Goal 4: Encourage the pursuit of further, more specialized training to enhance skills and competencies
Learning Objectives
• Objective 1: Describe the key elements of prevention planning and evaluation.
• Objective 2: Understand the core prevention professional knowledge, skills, and competencies.
• Objective 3: Understand the theories and processes that support prevention interventions and policies.
• Objective 4: Describe evidence-based prevention strategies delivered across settings including the family, school, media, community, or workplace.
Who Should Take this Training?
Community, tribal, jurisdiction, and state-level substance misuse prevention practitioners and allied health partners located in Nevada.
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) in this training are meant for early and mid-career prevention professionals or for seasoned professionals that need a refresher on the fundamentals of prevention science. As stated previously, this training does not take the place of other national curriculums such as SAPST, but it serves as a good option for those wanting to increase their knowledge and better prepare themselves for more specialized training.
Logistics:
Location
UNR Extension NLV
Classroom A
2280 N McDaniel St
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Dates and Times
The in-person version of the Introduction to the Prevention Core Competencies consists of three
full training days covering six modules.
Day 1: July 21, 2026, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Day 2: July 22, 2026, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Day 3: July 23, 2026, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
Registration
This event is free.
Certificates
Participants who complete the entire training will receive a certificate of attendance for 16 contact hours. No partial credit is given for this training. Participants will need to confirm with their certification board to determine if these certification hours are accepted towards their specific certification requirements.
Questions?
For any questions, please contact Britany Wiele (bwiele@casat.org).

This training is supported by SAMHSA of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of Cooperative Agreement # H79SP081015-01 funded by SAMHSA/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by SAMHSA/HHS, or the U.S. Government.
Funding 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.

Native-Centered Community Overdose Training
2026-07-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event
CCUIH (California Consortium for Urban Indian Health) hosts free, virtual Community Overdose Trainings on the second Tuesday of every month at 6PM PST. These Native-centered, community-based trainings cover overdose information, naloxone (Narcan) administration, and life-saving response skills. Remaining 2026 dates include July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, and December 8. All registrants receive a free naloxone kit, and attendees can connect with CCUIH to request additional naloxone supplies or schedule trainings for their community. To register, visit bit.ly/ccuih-narcan26. Questions can be directed to TMAT@CCUIH.org.

Care Considerations for Addressing Substance Use and the Opioid Epidemic Among Older Adult Populations
2026-07-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Meeting
Substance Use disorders in Older Adults is a growing problem not only in the United States, but throughout the developed world. This may be particularly relevant among people from the Baby Boomer generation, born between 1946 and 1964. The use of an artificial cut off age of 65 years of age as the definition of elderly or old is somewhat arbitrary and this will be discussed.
The presentation will look at the prevalence of substance use among older people with an added focus on opioid epidemiology. It will also provide an overview for screening and identifying substance use within this population group. Additionally, a broad biopsychosocial framework and sociohistorical lens will be utilized to analyze risk factors and vulnerabilities for substance use among older people. The presentation will conclude with care considerations that integrate psychosocial aspects of well-being and reinforce the importance of psychotherapeutic interventions.
Learning Objectives

Review the opioid epidemiology and prevalence of substance use disorders within older adult populations.
Describe the signs and symptoms of substance use and misuse in older people
Recognize broader sociohistorical perspectives and apply a biopsychosocial lens for understanding risk factors for and vulnerabilities with substance use among older people.
Assess the relevance and importance of psychotherapeutic intervention in older people, especially integrated health solutions, evidence-based health promotion programs, and alternatives for pain management.

Presentation Format: This session will take place in a Zoom meeting format. Participants will have access to camera and audio, though neither is required. For more information on the use of Zoom please visit the Getting Started with Zoom Videoconferencing Software section of our website
Presented by:

Lawrence Bryant PhD, MPH, BSW, RRT
With over 25 years of experience in the behavioral health and medical fields, Dr Bryant is a solution-focused professional dedicated to improving health outcomes through education, research, and consultation. His expertise encompasses developing curricula, training medical providers, and providing technical assistance in areas such as substance use disorders, HIV/AIDS, and respiratory therapy. As a seasoned leader in program management, Dr Bryant successfully developed and executed a statewide strategic plan addressing the opioid and prescription drug overdose epidemic in Georgia, showcasing his ability to navigate and manage complex challenges effectively.
Dr. David Duncan, DO, FAAFP
Dr. David Duncan is a board-certified family medicine and addiction medicine physician with over two decades of clinical and leadership experience in correctional, military, and federal health systems. He currently serves as a telemedicine consultant with the Addiction Medicine Central Team for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), providing expert care for substance use disorders across all 31 CDCR institutions. He also mentors primary care providers and addiction medicine fellows from UCSF and UCLA.

Continuing Education Units: 2 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
Funding 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.

The Deadly Intersection of Heat and Overdose: Understanding the Impact of Extreme Heat, Substance Use, and Overdose Risk
2026-06-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
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 epidemiological expertise and local Nevada data to this important conversation. Attendees will learn how heat physiologically interacts with substances in the body, explore seasonal and geographic overdose patterns, and leave with practical strategies for recognizing warning signs and reducing risk during extreme heat events.
Learning Objectives:

Describe how extreme heat physiologically interacts with opioids and stimulants to increase the risk of overdose, overamping, and mortality.
Identify temporal, seasonal, and geographic patterns associated with overdose mortality during periods of extreme heat in Clark County, Nevada.
Understand strategies that individuals and organizations can use to recognize warning signs and reduce risk during extreme heat events.

Presented by:

Brandon Delise, MPH, CIC, is a Sr. Epidemiologist at the Southern Nevada Health District, where he has worked since 2018 leading efforts to monitor, develop, and enhance surveillance systems related to drug overdose and emergency medical services (EMS). Prior to his role as an Epidemiologist, Brandon served as a Disease Investigation & Intervention Specialist at the Southern Nevada Health District. He earned his Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from the University of Edinburgh and holds Certification in Infection Control (CIC). His research interests include injury epidemiology, trauma, substance use, opioid overdose prevention, and public health surveillance.
Taylor Lensch, Ph.D., MPH, has a comprehensive background in public health, with expertise in epidemiology, population-based survey research, evaluation, community engagement, and advanced data analysis. He currently serves as Data Analytics Manager of the Larson Institute for Health Impact and Equity and collaborates with federal, state, local, and community partners to conduct community-engaged research, needs assessments, and evaluations on issues such as substance use, childhood adversity, HIV/STDs, sexual and gender minority health, and health equity. Dr. Lensch and his team work closely with diverse governmental and community stakeholders to develop key health-related plans and reports, including the 2022 – 2026 Nevada HIV Integrated Prevention and Care Plan, the Nevada Viral Hepatitis Elimination Plan, Outbreak Response Plans, various needs assessment reports, and monthly and annual Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) reports. His research interests focus on modifiable risk and protective factors linked to behavioral outcomes such as substance use, emotional health, violence, and risky sexual behaviors. Dr. Lensch has published research in high impact public health journals, including Preventive Medicine, Journal of Adolescent Health, and Public Health.

Continuing Education Units: 1 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
This training is also approved by the Nevada Certification board for the following certifications

Certified Community Health Workers (CHW)
Peer Recovery and Support Specialist Certification and PRSS Supervisors (PRSS(-S)
Prevention

Funding 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.

From Data to Action: Making Sense of Disparities to Drive Equitable Opioid and Stimulant Prevention in Nevada
2026-06-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Zoom Meeting
Behind Nevada’s overdose statistics are clear patterns of inequity shaped by where people live, work, and access care—patterns this webinar will help you uncover and act on. We will explore the intersection of health equity and opioid and stimulant misuse in Nevada, grounding participants in both data and context. Using Nevada-specific epidemiological trends, this session will guide participants through identifying and interpreting disparities across populations and regions, while examining the broader social, structural, and environmental factors that shape these patterns.
Through guided discussion and reflection, the session will emphasize interpretation of data beyond surface-level trends and connect these insights to equity-informed prevention strategies. The session will close by connecting these insights to real-world prevention efforts, offering practical ways to center health equity in everyday prevention work.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Interpret patterns of disparities across demographic and geographic populations within the Nevada landscape.
Generate a hypothesis about contributing social, structural, and contextual factors.
Apply a health equity lens to prevention strategies, including partnerships, policy, and protective factors.
Synthesize insights to develop at least one equity-oriented action step into your work.

Presented By:

Audeaneh Saberi, MPH, is a Project Coordinator for Workforce Development at the Center for the Application of Substance Abuse Technologies (CASAT) in the School of Public Health at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). She supports prevention professionals across regional and state initiatives, including the Pacific Southwest Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC) and the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE), through training, technical assistance, and workforce development. With a background in epidemiology and biostatistics, Audeaneh brings experience in program evaluation, data analysis, and translating research into actionable strategies. She is passionate about advancing primary prevention and strengthening community-based approaches to address substance misuse and improve population health outcomes. Audeaneh holds a Master of Public Health from Boston University and earned both a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from University of Colorado Boulder.
Britany Wiele, CPS, is a Senior Project Coordinator for Workforce Development at the Center for the Application of Substance Abuse Technologies (CASAT) in the School of Public Health at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). In this role, she serves as a Training and Technical Assistance Specialist for SAMHSA’s Pacific Southwest Prevention Technology Transfer Center, strengthening the prevention workforce across HHS Region 9. She also provides prevention-focused technical assistance through the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence and advances UNR’s campus-based prevention priorities as a project coordinator for the Strategic Prevention Framework–Partnerships for Success (SPF-PFS) grant. As a Certified Prevention Specialist, Britany brings extensive experience in community collaboration and implementation of the Strategic Prevention Framework. Prior to joining CASAT, she led prevention initiatives at Join Together Northern Nevada, where she developed youth and adult programming, implemented evidence-based strategies, and fostered cross-sector partnerships.

Funding 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.

Tribal MAT ECHO Clinic
2026-06-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting

Nevada Opioid and Overdose Data Training - Navigating National Overdose Data Dashboards
2026-06-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
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 health efforts in Nevada. Anyone interested in overdose surveillance, prevention, behavioral health, public health data, or community response efforts is encouraged to attend and share this opportunity with colleagues and partners who may be interested.

About Overdose Data to Action (OD2A)?
Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) is a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)–funded initiative that supports state and local partners in using timely, high-quality data to inform overdose prevention and response strategies. In Nevada, the OD2A team collects, analyzes, and disseminates actionable data—such as emergency department visits, fatal and non-fatal overdoses, and related surveillance indicators—to help communities identify trends, guide resource allocation, and strengthen coordinated response efforts across the state.
For additional information about the Nevada Overdose Data to Action Program, visit www.nvopioidcoe.org/opioid-response-framework/od2a or email Taylor Lensch at tlensch@unr.edu.

Preventing Suicide Among American Indian and Alaska Native Service Members, Veterans, and their Families Webinar Learning Series - From the Field - Approaches to Preventing Veteran Suicide in Tribal Communities
2026-06-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
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 are among the groups most heavily impacted by suicide.
To address this urgent issue, the VA has partnered with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to host a webinar learning series, bringing together champions for the health and well-being of AIAN Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF) for a dedicated time of learning, sharing, and collaboration.

March 12th – Session 1: The Healing Power of Stories – Digital Storytelling with Veterans
April 9th – Session 2: Understanding the Need: Insights from Rural and Urban Data
May 14th – Session 3: Someone to call – A Lifeline for Indigenous People
June 11th – Session 4: From the Field – Approaches to Preventing Veteran Suicide in Tribal Communities

DEA Tribal Community Outreach
2026-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
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 and Alaska Native communities. Participants will leave with practical knowledge of available tools, partnership pathways, and strategies for supporting Tribal-focused opioid response efforts.
Learning Objectives:

Participants will learn about how to get involved in the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Initiative
Participants will learn about how to get use DEA’s free outreach resources and materials
Participants will learn how they can partner with DEA to address the opioid epidemic through partnerships in developing Tribal focused drug prevention materials.

Presented by:
Naomi A. Lane, MPH, an enrolled member of the Diné (Navajo) Nation, is Towering House and born for Deer Springs. Ms. Lane is a graduate of Indiana University-Bloomington where she earned her degrees in public health. Naomi is passionate about advancing interdisciplinary and collaborative partnerships to help reduce opioid overdoses and poisonings in American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Ms. Lane joined the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s El Paso Field Division in 2021 under the Operation Engage-Albuquerque initiative, with a sole focus on addressing Tribal inclusion efforts. Since 2024, Naomi has served as a Tribal Community Outreach Specialist within the DEA Office of Congressional and Public Affairs.
Francesca Villarreal, MBA, MSW, ACSW (Osage, Quapaw) is a Tribal Opioid Response Technology Transfer Specialist (ICRT TTS) for the Opioid Response Network (ORN), serving the Tribal Southwest Region. In this role, she supports Tribal and Native-serving communities across California, Arizona, Nevada, and the Pacific Islands by coordinating culturally responsive training and technical assistance to address substance use and behavioral health needs.
Her background is in clinical social work, with a focus on providing integrative care grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing. Francesca brings experience in program coordination, training development, and cross-system collaboration, and is dedicated to strengthening access to culturally grounded and evidence-based resources. She is passionate about uplifting Indigenous voices and supporting sustainable, community-driven pathways to healing.
Continuing Education Units: 1 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here.
Funding 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.
