BB guns dangerous for kids as they increase risk of eye injuries

Often marketed as toys, non-powder firearms like BB guns, pellet guns, airsoft, and paintball guns are dangerous for children and teenagers due to a high risk of eye injury.

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Eye Injury Prevention for Children Pediatric Trauma Injury Prevention Program

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Eye Injuries From Paintball Guns, Air Guns and Other Projectile Toys - American Academy of Ophthalmology

BB guns dangerous for kids as they increase risk of eye injuries

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The Top Benefits of Owning a Two-Tone BB Gun: More Than Just a Toy - LA Progressive

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You'll shoot your eye out, they said. I bought the gun anyway.

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