To begin a program to reduce risk factors associated with violent injury, a comprehensive approach that addresses mental health and social determinants of health is critical.
Read MoreViolent injury in the USA continues to represent a major public health issue. As reported this year in the American Journal of Medicine, we are 10 times more likely to be killed from violence in the USA than in any other developed country and the rate of gun-related murder is 25 times higher than 22 other high-income countries.
Read MoreIn this commentary, we describe how hospital-based violence intervention programs (HVIPs) work to translate research into practice.
Read MoreThis study examines the cost-effectiveness of hospital-based VIP.
Read MoreThe authors address violent injury as a reccurrent problem and highlight the teachable moment that occurs after a violent injury.
Read MoreThis article discuss three important concepts in relation to the consequences of violence (1) premature death, (2) violence recidivism, and (3) violent criminality.
Read MoreThis study identifies this subset of trauma patients, establishes their magnitude, and analyzes mechanisms of injury and hospital courses.
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