Source: www.issinvestigation.com The new statutory guidance on firearms licensing processes has been introduced to reform and streamline the firearms and shotgun licensing processes in the UK. The guidance includes arrangements for medical checks for firearm certificates and came into effect in November last year in England and Wales and on 31 January this year in […]
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Is Firearms Harmful for Diabetic Patients?
Source: www.mayoclinic.org Firearm injuries can result in significant morbidity and mortality, and healthcare professionals have an important role to play in preventing such incidents. The JAMA Patient Page provided an overview of different types of firearm injuries and measures to decrease the risk of such injuries. In this issue, authors discuss the importance of approaching […]
Possession of Firearms by People With Mental Illness
Source: www.healthaffairs.org Individuals with mental illness are a vulnerable population, and thus, a topic of concern for policymakers when it comes to gun violence. While the Second Amendment to the US Constitution protects the right to bear arms, policymakers face a delicate balancing act between preserving this right and protecting individuals with mental illness from […]
Mental Health Background Checks for Firearm Ownership
Source: corporate.dukehealth.org There have been debates about the effectiveness of mental health background checks in firearm ownership. A recent study conducted in Connecticut aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of gun-purchaser background checks based on federal mental health prohibited categories. The study also assessed the state policy for reporting records to the National Instant Check System. […]
Firearms License Fears Often Unwarranted
Source: images.fedsoc.org Firearms are a significant issue in rural areas and are considered as an essential tool on the farm and beyond. However, attitudes around firearms can be emotional and polarising. Despite being a responsibility, many people fear losing their firearms license, which often acts as a barrier to seeking help for mental health issues. […]