The public is invited to hear addiction specialist Carla Marienfeld, MD, discuss America’s opioid epidemic, treatment settings and medications that can help break the destructive cycle of addiction leading to overdose. A psychiatrist whose research examines health outcomes of individuals with substance use disorders, she will explain why opioids are so powerfully addictive and discuss the latest—and sometimes controversial—evidence-based treatments for those struggling with addiction. This is a free event hosted by UC San Diego Health. Complimentary parking will be available. Registration is required by April 28, 2017, at health.ucsd.edu/focus. Questions? Call 619-543-2445 or email healthevents@ucsd.edu