David Ovalle

David Ovalle is a national reporter primarily focusing on opioids and addiction issues. With extensive experience covering crime, justice, and hurricanes for the Miami Herald prior to joining the Washington Post's Health & Science team, Ovalle has established himself as an expert in this area. His work often explores the complexities of opioid-related deaths and addiction treatments, including emerging technologies like ultrasound therapy. He is committed to uncovering the truth and providing insightful analysis on these critical topics that impact countless lives across the United States.

Biography:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/david-ovalle/

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

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Conflicts of Interest

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Contradictions

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  • Fentanyl is a major contributor to the intractable epidemic of overdose deaths in the US.
  • The number of overdose deaths decreased slightly from the previous year.

Deceptions

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Recent Articles

US Opioid Crisis: First Annual Decrease in Overdose Deaths in 5 Years, but Experts Caution Against Interpreting the Trend

US Opioid Crisis: First Annual Decrease in Overdose Deaths in 5 Years, but Experts Caution Against Interpreting the Trend

Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024 In 2023, the US saw a slight decrease in overdose deaths to an estimated 107,543, with the decline primarily due to a drop in synthetic opioid fatalities. Experts caution against interpreting this trend as the opioid crisis continues to pose a significant public health challenge, particularly in the west where overdose deaths increased. Fentanyl remains a major concern as it is increasingly being mixed into illicit drugs. Despite the decrease, experts emphasize that mental health services and harm reduction strategies are crucial components of addressing substance use disorders as deaths from cocaine and methamphetamine also rose.
Innovative Ultrasound Therapy for Addiction and Advancements in Brain Tumor Treatment: A Look into the Future of Neuroscience

Innovative Ultrasound Therapy for Addiction and Advancements in Brain Tumor Treatment: A Look into the Future of Neuroscience

Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024 A woman undergoes groundbreaking ultrasound therapy inside an MRI machine to combat addiction, while radiation therapy continues to be a proven method for treating brain tumors. The Belfer Neurodegeneration Consortium aims to advance Alzheimer's disease research and translate findings into effective therapeutic interventions, potentially benefiting both Alzheimer's patients and future cancer care.