Addiction expert calls for treatment reform, after “public health crisis” reports Ian Price November 24, 2016 1 minute read Substance use disorders of multiple types have been identified a public health crisis recently by both federal and state health officials. WFIR’s Ian Price has reaction with a nationally-recognized addiction: Share: Post navigation Previous: There will be a Christmas parade in Roanoke County this yearNext: Victim of Georgia-Pacific workplace death identified Related Stories Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026 Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026