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Child Firearm Injury and Fatalities

Introduction

Katelyn K. Jetelina, MPH PhD

This special issue of the Journal for Applied Research on Children will focus on articles contributing to a full-spectrum prevention approach to firearm unintentional and intentional injuries across key sectors within a community. Evidence-based ideas and programs encompass the spectrum, like describing the burden of intentional and unintentional firearm injuries among youth, the short- and long-term health impact of witnessing firearm violence, universal measures for improved firearm safety (safe storage, firearm lock technology, etc.), the impact of the pandemic on firearm injury, and best practices for community settings (like healthcare settings) to better detect and address firearm violence. The purpose of this themed issue is to describe the current state of affairs and possible strategies for a comprehensive prevention model for firearm injuries among youth.