The ACS convened a summit with 47 multidisciplinary medical and injury prevention professional organizations on firearm injury prevention.
The ACS embraces and fosters a public health approach to reducing firearm injury. The ACS has:
The full scope of the ACS’ efforts are outlined below.
“Effective healthcare is not just about treating the wounds of firearm violence, but also preventing them in the first place. By addressing the root causes of violence and providing education and support, healthcare professionals can play a crucial role in preventing firearm violence and promoting a safer, healthier society.”
“Preventing firearm violence requires a multifaceted approach, one that includes not only common-sense firearm legislation, but also addressing the underlying social and economic factors that contribute to it.”
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Firearm Violence in America