Bicyclists’ Injury Risk Could Be Doubled If They Lack Latest Helmets
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A cyclist commutes along Market Street in San Francisco, California.
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The next time you hop on a bicycle to head across town, consider this: your helmet may not perform well enough in an accident.
A first-of-its-kind study using the latest techniques for simulating head injuries found significant variations in how bike helmets protect against concussions.