Gun violence is a serious public health problem that affects the lives and safety of millions of Americans. In 2020, 79% of all homicides and 53% of all suicides involved firearms. Moreover, mass shootings, such as the recent tragedy at a high school in Michigan, have become more frequent and deadly, leaving behind traumatized survivors and grieving communities. As a nation, America cannot accept this as normal or inevitable. There is a need to take action to prevent gun violence and its devastating consequences. In this article, I will propose some evidence-based strategies that can help reduce the risk and impact of firearm-related violence and injury. [Image: A group of students holding signs that say "How many more ?" and "Protect Kids not guns" during a protest against gun violence] 1. Strengthen background checks and safe storage laws. One of the most effective ways to prevent gun violence is to keep firearms out of the hands of people who are at risk of harmi...
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