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Handgun lockbox giveaway in Howard aims to conquer leading cause of suicide

Howard County Health Department distributed dozens of gunlock boxes and cables at a giveaway on Oct. 26. (Courtesy of Howard County Health Department)
Howard County Health Department distributed dozens of gunlock boxes and cables at a giveaway on Oct. 26. (Courtesy of Howard County Health Department)
April Santana
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The gun safety mechanisms are a way to address firearm violence and suicide. From 2019 to 2023, firearms were used in 36% of suicides in Howard County.

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