Understanding Bicycle Injuries and Fatalities by the Numbers
Bicycles are no match for motor vehicles when it comes to a traffic collision. With no protection other than a helmet, a bicyclist can sustain a catastrophic injury that comes with life-long consequences. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), head injuries are the most common cause of death and serious disability in bicycle-related crashes. Here are the stats you need to know.
Bicycle Fatality and Injury Facts
- Helmet Use - In 2019, 127 people died in a bicycle crash despite wearing a helmet.
- Common Injuries - The most common injuries associated with bicycle crashes are head injuries and fractures.
- Fatalities by Age - 90% of bicyclists deaths were adults 20 years and older.
- Summer Season - Most bicycle crash deaths happen during the summer season.
- Traffic Crash Deaths - Each year bicyclist deaths account for 2% of all motor vehicle crash deaths and in 2019, 843 bicyclists were fatally injured.
Sources:
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
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