Medicine and Health

Internet search patterns reveal firearm sales, policies, and deaths

J. S. Brownstein, A. D. Nahmod, et al.

This study conducted by John S. Brownstein, Adam D. Nahmod, and Ben Y. Reis investigates the intriguing relationship between online firearm-related search queries and trends in firearm sales, ownership, and mortality. The researchers reveal a compelling correlation between search volumes and background check data, making a case for using internet search data as a tool to influence public health policies.

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