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suicide
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Gun suicides often spike after homicides rise, multi-decade study reveals
Researchers found a close link between gun suicide and homicides in a new multi-decade study from the New Jersey Gun…
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Law enforcement, military members have increased risk of firearm suicides
Law enforcement officials, active duty military members and veterans of both professions are at a higher risk of firearm suicides,…
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Underreported twin health crises: Gun violence and maternal mortality
Murders are a leading cause of maternal mortality in the U.S. — and maternal homicides are most often perpetrated with…
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U.S. gun violence worse than any other wealthy nation, costs the country billions
Gun violence rates in the U.S. are far worse than any other developed nation. But how exactly do the numbers…
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Interactive maps offer ‘more complete picture’ of firearm violence
The Hope and Heal Fund collected, analyzed, and mapped existing data on where firearm suicides were taking place in California.
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Boost your reporter toolkit with these best practices for covering suicide
Sensationalized and poor coverage of suicide raises the risk of a contagion effect — other people being inspired to take…
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How to amplify coverage of veteran suicide and National Guard health care
This expert panel explored strategies to reduce veteran suicide, with a particular focus on National Guard members.
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How to report responsibly on firearm suicide
As firearm suicide rates among children continue to climb, panelists reminded journalists that how they report on suicide is critical.
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Black youth suicide rates continue to climb. What to know
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth ages 10 to 19, with the rate increasing fastest for…
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Black people exposed to gun violence more likely to deal with suicidal thoughts, says new study
Black adults who have been exposed to gun violence are more likely to deal with suicidal ideation throughout their lives,…