Storage of Poisonous Substances and Firearms in Homes with Young Children Visitors and Older Adults

摘要

BackgroundMost unintentional childhood poisonings and firearm injuries occur in residential environments. Therefore, a preventive strategy includes limiting children’s access to poisons and firearms through safe storage. This study examines storage of poisons and firearms among households with older adults, and households where young children reside compared to those where they visit only.