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Remembering Papa: Northern California's Elderly Face Hidden Epidemic of Gun Suicides

Source
Cal Matters
Date
Dec 22, 2025
Summary
Describes high rates of gun suicide among older California adults, particularly for those in rural communities. Discusses the connection between suicide and health conditions, rural barriers to care, and suicide prevention initiatives.
Tagged as
Access · Elderly population · Health conditions · Public health · Suicide and suicide prevention · California