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This rural California county’s problem is all too common: how to reduce suicides when everyone has a gun
Shasta county has one of the state’s highest rates of suicide and gun ownership.
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In Shasta county, California, a high rate of suicide coincides with widespread gun ownership. This combination presents a unique challenge for local residents seeking to prevent suicides. The county's geography and cultural affinity for hunting and fishing contribute to its high rate of gun ownership. Many residents, like Bill Rocha, have a strong connection to firearms, which can complicate efforts to address the issue of suicide. Locals are exploring ways to address the problem, but the specifics of their approaches are not yet clear.
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