The New England ATTC, in partnership with AdCare Educational Institute of New England is hosting this plenary session at the Virtual New England Summer School on 6/8/21 from 9:00 to 10:15.  This presentation will offer an update on the opioid crises and overdose prevention and response efforts. The impact of the COVID pandemic will be addressed, and additional current and emerging trends such as fentanyl, stimulants, and new promising overdose prevention and response strategies will be discussed.