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Review Finds 337 Of 806 Arizona Child Deaths In 2017 Were Preventable

A newly released report has found nearly half of the 806 child deaths last year in Arizona could have been prevented.

The Annual Arizona Child Fatality Review Program reports a rise in firearm-related fatalities and suicides.

To discuss the findings of the report and what can be done to prevent children from dying in Arizona, The Show talked to Dr. Mary Rimsza, a pediatrician and chair of the Arizona Child Fatality Review Program.

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Mark Brodie is a co-host of The Show, KJZZ’s locally produced news magazine. Since starting at KJZZ in 2002, Brodie has been a host, reporter and producer, including several years covering the Arizona Legislature, based at the Capitol.