Join Dartmouth Health, Southern New Hampshire Area Health Education Center, All Together New Hampshire, and the Greater Sullivan County Public Health Network for an upcoming Responding to Addiction virtual training. This training describes the science of addiction, signs and symptoms of a substance use disorder (SUD), evidence-based treatment approaches for SUD, FDA-approved medications to treat SUD, and how to talk to someone about their substance use. 3 free Continuing Educ

Public health and safety partners nationwide are warning about cychlorphine, an emerging synthetic opioid identified in the illicit drug supply across the United States. Cychlorphine belongs to a class of novel synthetic opioids known as “orphines.” It has been found on its own and in combination with fentanyl and other substances, including methamphetamine, cocaine, and counterfeit pills made to resemble prescription medications. The Office of National Drug Control Policy (O

Women with alcohol use disorder (AUD) may face unique barriers to care, including stigma, caregiving responsibilities, co-occurring mental health conditions, trauma exposure, and limited access to services designed to meet their needs. Understanding these factors is essential to improving equitable access to effective, person-centered treatment. This webinar will examine alcohol use and AUD among women in the United States, with a focus on the evidence base for treatment and

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is among the most prevalent substance use disorders in the United States, affecting millions of people each year and contributing to significant health, social, and economic harms. Yet, despite the availability of effective behavioral interventions and medications, many individuals with AUD do not receive treatment. This webinar provided an introduction to alcohol use and AUD in the United States, including epidemiologic trends, diagnostic criteria,

Join Upstream Prevention for Save a Life Day by attending their upcoming Responding to Addiction training in Greenwood, Indiana! This three-hour, multidisciplinary training equips participants with the knowledge and practical tools to better understand and address substance use disorders. Attendees will learn about the signs and symptoms of addiction, the science of addiction, evidence-based treatment options—including medications for substance use disorders—and effective str

As cannabis products become more widely available, many people continue to view cannabis as a low-risk or even therapeutic for managing health symptoms such as anxiety, pain, and sleep difficulties. However, growing evidence suggests that today's high-potency cannabis products may carry significant risks for cognitive health, mental health, and the development of cannabis use disorder. As researchers work to better understand these risks, there is also increasing interest in