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A Public Health Concern

Diane H. Schetky, MD

Am J Dis Child. 1985;139(3):229-231.

Abstract
• Data on children who are killed by handguns each year are reported. Homicide, suicide, accidental death, as well as injuries by handguns, are reviewed. It is concluded that handguns are a major cause of death among children and adolescents. The medical profession is urged to take a more active role in finding solutions to this problem.

(AJDC 1985;139:229-231)

Author Affiliations
Dr Schetky is in private practice in Wilton, Conn, and is now with the Yale University Child Study Center, New Haven, Conn.

Footnotes
Reprint requests to 69 Catalpa Rd, Wilton, CT 06897 (Dr Schetky).

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