Mental health issues affect both the young and old, so treatment has to be as varied as the people suffering. To that end, two classes are coming to … [Read more...] about Two mental health courses coming to Lincoln County
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Lincoln County to host drug takeback day
According to the National Neighborhood Watch, “Fueled by accessibility and high demand, medication theft – coined ‘pharmaceutical diversion’ by the … [Read more...] about Lincoln County to host drug takeback day
Sheriff looking to curb drug abuse
As reported in the Record, an opioid forum was held in late September by the sheriff’s office and various organizations seeking to help address the … [Read more...] about Sheriff looking to curb drug abuse
Caliente says no to ‘harm reduction’ vending machines
It was a full house at the Oct. 7 city council meeting. The core of the meeting was spent discussing an agenda item considering having a Trac-B … [Read more...] about Caliente says no to ‘harm reduction’ vending machines
Community forum held on substance abuse
Trac-B Exchange, NyE Communities Coalition (NyECC) and the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office hosted a community forum on opioids and overdose at the … [Read more...] about Community forum held on substance abuse
Caliente opioid abuse forum scheduled for Sept. 28
A group of concerned organizations will gather Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. at the Depot in Caliente to talk to the community about helping people who are … [Read more...] about Caliente opioid abuse forum scheduled for Sept. 28
Free Youth Mental Health First Aid course July 7 in Panaca
A free Youth Mental Health First Aid course will be held at the Panaca Town Center on July 7 starting at 8 a.m. The eight-hour course is designed … [Read more...] about Free Youth Mental Health First Aid course July 7 in Panaca
Kids participate in drug prevention week
This past week, a group of children in the county participated in a drug prevention week put on by the NyE Communities Coalition, working with drug … [Read more...] about Kids participate in drug prevention week
Summit focuses on overcoming rural opioid abuse
The Rural Nevada Opioid Summit was held April 22 to explore the different issues that face small-town Nevadans when it comes to opioids and drug … [Read more...] about Summit focuses on overcoming rural opioid abuse
Upcoming summit to address drug abuse
While drug abuse is often seen as something that only directly affects addicts, anyone who has ever had to deal with the problem knows it spreads much … [Read more...] about Upcoming summit to address drug abuse