A new study by researchers at the University of California has found a novel way to accurately measure gun homicides in the United States on a monthly basis. The study, published in the journal Statistics in Medicine, is the first of its kind to provide accurate monthly estimates of gun homicides since 2011.

The researchers used a statistical model to analyze data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which collects data on gun homicides by state and county. With the model, they were able to accurately predict monthly gun homicide rates across the United States.

This groundbreaking study could be a game-changer in understanding gun violence. By providing monthly estimates of gun homicides with a high degree of accuracy, researchers can now get a better understanding of when and where gun violence is most likely to occur. This research could help inform policies and interventions to reduce gun violence in communities across the nation.

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source: Phys.org