Summary
A new report suggests a plan to reduce gun violence in the U.S. by 2040. Experts from various fields have created an action plan focusing on prevention, highlighting community programs and stricter gun laws as key methods. The report emphasizes addressing broader issues like poverty and access to education as part of the solution.
Key Facts
- Over the past 25 years, gun violence in the U.S. has resulted in more than 800,000 deaths and over 2 million injuries.
- A report published in JAMA outlines strategies to lessen gun violence impacts by 2040.
- Sixty experts from different fields contributed to this plan, which focuses on prevention over traditional criminal justice methods.
- The plan calls for community-wide efforts that tackle socioeconomic issues like poverty and segregation.
- Gun violence is currently the leading cause of death among children and teenagers in the U.S.
- Nearly 60% of firearm deaths result from suicides.
- Community programs like Create Real Economic Destiny in Chicago have reduced participants' involvement in violent crime by 73%.
- Stricter state gun laws have been linked to fewer firearm-related deaths and injuries.
