A study conducted by experts from various institutions in the U.S. analyzed firearm mortality rates in Mexico, which remain a major public health challenge despite a slight decrease between 2018 and 2022. Homicides accounted for the majority of firearm deaths, with rates higher among men and young adults aged 20-39. The study also highlighted the impact of firearms on various sectors of the population, emphasizing the need for multiple strategies to address the issue. The research suggested that firearm violence in Mexico is influenced by factors such as organized crime conflicts and gun trafficking from the U.S., and called for a public health approach to mitigate the problem.
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Firearm Homicides a Major Public Health Challenge in Mexico
