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The Nevada Essentials for Childhood (NV EfC) initiative is launching its third third annual Nevada Essentials for Childhood: Preventing ACEs through Data to Action Stakeholders Needs Assessment, and we invite partners across the state to participate.

The Nevada Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) team has released its February updates, including new surveillance reports, office hours, and an upcoming data training opportunity.

In Nevada, the difference between saving a life and facing a legal consequence can often come down to a single phone call and a “good faith” effort to help. As we navigate the complexities of the opioid crisis, understanding the legal landscape is vital—not just for legal professionals, but for every member of the community.

High Sierra AHEC is excited to share a new statewide education opportunity, made possible through a partnership grant from the National AHEC Organization (NAO) and Pri-Med. The program, Safe and Effective Pain Care: A Comprehensive Guide for Opioid Prescribing in Primary Care, offers free continuing education for healthcare providers engaged in prescribing or treating patients with opioid analgesics.

Nevada’s Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) program has released the latest nonfatal overdose data for the state, including both the monthly Drug Overdose Surveillance and Epidemiology (DOSE) reports through October 2025 and the new Quarter 3 Nevada Hospital Overdose Surveillance Report.

The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE) provides free, evidence-informed education, training, and resources to support Nevada’s response to the opioid crisis. Our Fall 2025 Newsletter highlights upcoming live events, new OnDemand learning opportunities, the return of the NOCE Dose podcast, and featured resources available to communities across the state.