2022 e-scooter and e-bike injuries in the US increased to 56,847, with hospitalizations at 6,317, prompting calls for safety measures and responsible riding.

E-scooter and e-bike injuries are increasing rapidly, with the number of injuries nearly doubling each year since 2017, according to a study by the University of California San Francisco. In 2022, 56,847 people were injured in the US, with 6,317 cases requiring hospitalization, revealing a significant need for increased safety measures including wearing helmets, protective gear, and maintaining slower speeds. Emergency room doctors have seen severe injuries such as destroyed ankles, rib fractures, and internal brain bleeds, prompting authorities and health officials to urge riders to be more responsible and take necessary precautions to prevent injuries.

August 30, 2024
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