The Devastating Impact of Gun Violence on Children in the US
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Gun violence is the leading cause of death among children in the United States, with 1,676 child gun deaths reported in 2022, according to the Gun Violence Archive. This number is higher than the next two leading causes of death, car accidents and cancer. Data from the CDC also shows an increase in gun-related deaths among children in recent years. The Gun Violence Archive's numbers vary from the CDC's because the agency includes suicides in its data, while the Gun Violence Archive does not. Factors contributing to the increase in gun violence against children include the availability of guns and improper storage.
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