The public is invited to attend the 90-minute forum beginning at 7 p.m. Oct. 24 at Mercy HealthPlex, 3050 Mack Road. It will feature discussions from those in the medical treatment community, law enforcement and a people in recovery and their families. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and representatives from various treatment organizations will be available before and after the forum to share information and answer questions. The forum will be a community conversation to discuss what solutions may be available to combat the issue.

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