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Internet search patterns reveal firearm sales, policies, and deaths
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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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