Distance of Mass School Shootings From Trauma Centers

February 4, 2026JAMA Surgery

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This research aims to analyze the distances between schools experiencing mass shootings and nearby trauma centers.
Examined mass school shootings from 1980 to 2024
Analyzed distances to level I and II trauma centers
Focused on incidents across the continental US
Identified average distances to trauma centers for various mass shooting incidents
Noted significant variations in access to emergency care based on location
Highlighted potential gaps in emergency response due to distance from trauma centers

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Examines trauma center proximity to mass shootings in schools, suggesting implications for emergency response planning.

This study examines the distance between schools with mass shootings and level I and II trauma centers in the continental US from 1980 to 2024.

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Do et al. (2026) studied this question.

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