(HealthDayNews) -- Why are more and more municipalities enacting bicycle safety laws? Because biking, especially without a helmet, can be dangerous.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration:
- Three of four bike accidents result in head injuries for the biker,
- Head injuries can result in permanent brain damage or, worse, death,
- National standards ensure helmets are built to guard against injuries, but fit is not regulated, nor are add-on accessories.
The NHTSA says helmets make riders more visible, and that alone helps prevent accidents.
