Firearm Violence Prevention

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The CDC's firearms violence prevention page outlines strategies to reduce firearm-related injuries and deaths. It emphasizes evidence-based approaches such as promoting safe storage practices, implementing background checks, and supporting community-based violence prevention programs. The page also highlights the importance of data collection and research to inform effective policies and interventions. Public health partnerships, education initiatives, and advocacy for comprehensive firearm safety measures are encouraged to address the complex issue of firearms violence in the United States.

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Hazard: Violence

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Accident Prevention; Firearms

Institutions: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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