25 giug 2024 anni - Firearm Violence in America U.S. Department of Health and Human services Office of the Surgeon General 2024, June 25

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The U.S. Surgeon General's Advisory on Firearm Violence outlines the severity of firearm-related violence in America, labeling it a public health crisis. The advisory highlights the rise in firearm-related deaths and injuries, particularly among children and adolescents, who now face firearm injuries as the leading cause of death. The report presents alarming statistics, such as the significant increase in firearm-related deaths since 2019 and the high rate of firearm suicides and homicides. The advisory also emphasizes the disproportionate impacts on marginalized communities, including higher rates of firearm homicides among Black individuals and higher firearm suicide rates among White individuals over age 45. Mass shootings, though representing a small fraction of firearm deaths, contribute to widespread psychological distress and societal trauma. The advisory calls for a public health approach to prevent firearm violence, involving community-based interventions, safe storage practices, and critical research investments to develop effective prevention strategies. The goal is to mitigate the mental and physical health impacts of firearm violence on individuals and communities, prioritizing the safety and well-being of future generations.

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