Quantifying Pediatric Gun Violence by Location, Time of Day, and Day of Week
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This epidemiological study analyzes patterns in pediatric firearm injuries across the United States, examining where and when these injuries occur. The research quantifies the proportion of gun violence incidents happening in school settings versus other locations, providing data to inform targeted prevention strategies.
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- Firearm injuries are now the leading cause of death in children in the United States.
- Understanding location and timing patterns of pediatric gun violence can inform targeted prevention strategies.
- School-based shootings represent a specific subset requiring distinct safety interventions and policies.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Quantifying Pediatric Gun Violence by Location, Time of Day, and Day of Week. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2023-11-06. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/8307?via_space=staycurrentmd
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