Gun deaths among children and teens in the U.S. reached a new record in 2021, study finds
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U.S. children and teens are more likely to die because of guns than car crashes, drug overdoses and cancer.

U.S. children and teens are more likely to die because of guns than car crashes, drug overdoses and cancer.

  • Changetheview@lemmy.world
    121·
    1 year ago

    It might seem low, but when looking at statistics about fatalities, it’s a good idea to keep in mind the many injured and potentially permanently disabled that aren’t included.

    Medical professionals can work magic, and that is great. But non-fatal car crash, overdose, cancer, and gun injuries can also be tragic, both short and long term. Diminished mental capacity, loss of limbs or physical abilities, lifelong pain, the list goes on…

    • Flying Squid@lemmy.world
      3·
      1 year ago

      I had a friend in high school who accidentally shot himself with a gun when he was a small child. He’s in a wheelchair for life.