Violence and health: The United States in a global perspective

J.A. Mercy, E.G. Krug, L.L. Dahlberg and A.B. Zwi

American Journal of Public Health, 2003, vol. 93, issue 2, 256-261

Abstract: Violence is a public health problem that can be understood and changed. Research over the past 2 decades has demonstrated that violence can be prevented and that, in some cases, prevention programs are more cost-effective than other policy options such as incarceration. The United States has much to contribute to - and stands to gain much from - global efforts to prevent violence. A new World Health Organization initiative presents an opportunity for the United States to work with other nations to find cost-effective ways of preventing violence and reducing its enormous costs.

Date: 2003
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