Join us for a community health fair to help build community resilience by connecting people with local assistance and raising awareness about the value of preventive health. JOIN US AS A VENDOR! Are you an organization or provider serving rural Nevada? Join us as a vendor. Tables are free, and it's a great way to […]
Substance use during pregnancy can affect both the mother and baby. This presentation will focus on prenatal substance exposure, with special attention to kratom and its possible effects on newborns. We will discuss how to screen pregnant women for substance use in a supportive and nonjudgmental way, as well as the importance of identifying substance exposure during pregnancy. […]
Hosted by the Bureau of Behavioral Health Wellness and Prevention (BBHWP), this conference serves as an opportunity to bring together behavioral health providers and key partners from across Nevada’s behavioral health system. The conference will provide education, training, and networking opportunities designed to strengthen workforce capacity, promote evidence-based and promising practices, encourage cross-system collaboration, and […]
As the presence of fentanyl has increased in recent years, so have concerns and reporting about fentanyl contamination of other substances like cannabis. This webinar will look at toxicological evidence, case studies and drug sample data to discuss what we know and don’t know about cannabis-fentanyl contamination and how to discuss these risks with the […]
Hope after Loss is a grief support group for those who have lost someone due to the impact of addiction. Come find connection, comfort, and support in a compassionate space. When: 2nd Mondays, 6:30 PM Where: Circle of Life Grief and Trauma Resource Center, 1575 DeLucci Lane, Suite 214, Reno, NV 89502
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 […]
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 interactive in-person three-hour workshop equips Community Health Workers and other frontline healthcare professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to identify, prevent, and respond to unhealthy alcohol and substance use in their service settings. Designed for primary care, behavioral health, and community-based environments, the training blends foundational education with hands-on practice using validated screening tools and evidence-based brief intervention strategies.
Supporting Individuals Engaged in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment for Peer Recovery Support Specialists (PRSS) Designed specifically for peer professionals and other recovery support providers, this 90-minute webinar focuses on effective strategies for supporting individuals engaged in treatment for opioid, stimulant, and other substance use disorders. Participants will explore the unique role of peer-based support, […]
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 […]
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 […]
This interactive in-person three-hour workshop equips criminal justice professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to identify, prevent, and respond to unhealthy alcohol and substance use among justice involved individuals. Designed for staff working in corrections, probation, parole, reentry, and related environments, the training blends foundational education with hands-on practice using validated screening tools and evidence-based brief intervention strategies.