Gun Violence in Polk County: Prevention Beyond Policing
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Gun violence is a pressing issue in Polk County, Iowa, with an average of twelve youth deaths per year from 2016 to 2023. Health leaders emphasize the need for comprehensive prevention strategies, beyond policing, to address this problem. The Talk It Up, Lock It Up program offers free gun locks and safety education, while experts stress the importance of storing guns unloaded and separate from ammunition.
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