In a triage waiting room of St. Louis Children’s Hospital in Missouri, a clear basket filled with gun locks sits near the walkway, just noticeable enough to those passing by.
Gun violence is a significant public health crisis in the United States. It results in a high number of deaths and injuries each year, with the majority of deaths being caused by firearms. The causes of the crisis are complex and multifaceted, involving issues such as easy access to firearms, mental health, poverty, and societal factors.