On Wednesday, Washoe County Public Health held an Opioid Use Needs Assessment to determine how best to use opioid settlement funds.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that overdose deaths, while still high, are dropping, except in two states, Nevada being one of them.
A new video by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office explores the local effects of the fentanyl crisis and the response efforts within the community.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office says vape pens confiscated at Douglas High School tested positive for dangerous substances.
U.S. officials have approved a new type of pain drug designed to eliminate the risks of addiction and overdose associated with opioids.
Expanding its programs, allows the Washoe County Detention Facility to better manage patients who suffer from opioid use disorder.
Court filings say Purdue paid McKinsey more than $93 million over 15 years for a number of products.
The Sparks City Attorney's Office is trying to spread the message about the dangers fentanyl presents to the community.
More than 700 middle school and high school students gathered for the Northern Nevada Opioid Youth Summit.
Kim Nischik, PA-C, is known for her compassionate approach working with patients who are receiving treatment for substance use disorders.