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NRA Radio followed this for sometime. Drs called in discussing it who were also pro-gun individuals. Apparently, JAMA as well as a pediatric journal had articles by a Dr's espousing that pediatricians should require that question to asked (do you own guns) and if there was a "yes" response, the Drs would advise them to store them outside of the home. Also, if the individuals showed any signs of depression. Of course this was to cover themselves for malpractice. According to the discussions, most Drs ignore this but the anti-gunners use it. Apparently, some nations (South Africa and Australia) used the health care issue in part to get the gun bans passed....esp with gvt mandated health care. Is it a concern? Yes. Is it widely practiced? No. In fact, I have seen the questionnaire and it is stated that if you do not wish to answer and question, you may leave it blank. EDIT: This is in regards to private Drs, not VA specific.