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Violence is a major public health problem that leaves lasting physical, mental and emotional scars and individuals, families and communities. Bursky Public Health’s new Center on Violence and Health aims to advance the science of violence prevention and translate research into policies and interventions that improve health and save lives. (Credit: Getty Images)

PH&S Co-Director Stark's Center on Violence and Health unites prevention, intervention and policy research

Violence is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide, leaving lasting physical, mental and economic scars on individuals, families and communities. From firearm injuries and gender-based violence to structural and political violence, researchers increasingly see violence not as a criminal justice issue alone, but as a public health challenge. Yet research on violence remains fragmented across disciplines, slowing progress and making it harder to turn findings into policy.