The Deadly Grip of Guns on America's Youth and Communities.
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Guns have become the leading cause of death for children and teens in the US, accounting for nearly 19% of childhood deaths in 2021. Firearms caused the deaths of almost 3,600 children in the same year. The US has the highest number of child and teen gun deaths compared to any other comparable country. The Covid-19 pandemic has also contributed to the surge in child and teen mortality, with firearms accounting for nearly half of the increase in mortality in 2020.
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