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In June 2024, US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared gun violence a public health crisis. At the University of Michigan School of Public Health, we couldn’t agree more.
Every day in the US, more than 326 people are shot, resulting in nearly 80,000 injuries and 39,000 premature deaths each year. All of these firearm injuries and deaths are preventable.
In 2021, the school launched Public Health IDEAS—which represents Interdisciplinary Discovery, Engagement + Actions for Society—with a $1 million investment to increase collaboration and advance research and engagement in key areas to achieve meaningful, lasting impact. Through a lengthy assessment weighing societal needs and our unique ability to create meaningful change, we have selected four priorities to focus our efforts toward true, lasting impact.
One of those priorities is Public Health IDEAS for Preventing Firearm Injuries. Through this initiative, we are approaching this problem through a public health lens that promotes prevention through data-driven and evidence-based intervention, engages community members and other stakeholders, and centers health equity across populations at risk for firearm injury.
The University of Michigan School of Public Health has marshaled its resources to respond to this public health crisis. Faculty with diverse research interests are studying the causes of gun violence, exploring various interventions to address the problem, and helping to shape public policies and programs designed to make Michigan schools and communities safer.
Justin HeinzeAssociate Professor, Health Behavior and Health Equity
Faculty Lead, Public Health IDEAS for Preventing Firearm Injuries
April ZeoliAssociate Professor, Health Management and Policy
Policy Core Director, U-M Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention
Marc ZimmermanMarshall H. Becker Collegiate Professor, Health Behavior and Health Equity
Co-Director, U-M Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention
Douglas WiebeProfessor, Epidemiology
Director, U-M Injury Prevention Center
Elyse ThulinAssistant Research Professor, Health Behavior and Health Equity
The study seeks to inform national implementation strategies for secure firearm storage by leveraging community and educational partnerships.
With your investment, we will build on our storied history and become the country’s premier public health institution. Together, we will create a healthier, more equitable world for all.
