Universal Motorcycle Helmet Laws to Reduce Injuries: A Community Guide Systematic Review.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.amepre.2016.11.030
Abstract: CONTEXT Motorcycle crashes account for a disproportionate number of motor vehicle deaths and injuries in the U.S. Motorcycle helmet use can lead to an estimated 42% reduction in risk for fatal injuries and a 69%… read more here.
Keywords: helmet use; motorcycle; motorcycle helmet; helmet laws ... See more keywords
Helmet use in patients with severe traumatic brain injury: associations with Rotterdam CT score components, skull fractures, and cervical fractures.
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DOI: 10.1080/02699052.2025.2585488
Abstract: ABSTRACT Background Helmet use is widely accepted to reduce head injury severity by absorbing impact forces, but the specific effect on the presence of radiologically detected intracranial injuries remains unclear. Objective To examine the relationship… read more here.
Keywords: helmet use; brain; use; injury ... See more keywords
Bicycle helmet effectiveness is not overstated
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DOI: 10.1080/15389588.2017.1298748
Abstract: ABSTRACT Objective: The objective of this study was to discuss the challenges in estimating bicycle helmet effectiveness from case–control studies of injured cyclists and to estimate helmet effectiveness from cases and available exposure data. Methods:… read more here.
Keywords: effectiveness; bicycle helmet; helmet use; helmet effectiveness ... See more keywords
Change in helmet use behavior enforced by CCTV cameras with automatic helmet use detection system on an urban arterial road
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DOI: 10.1080/15389588.2020.1778170
Abstract: Abstract Objective Many developing countries experience a high death toll among motorcycle users (both drivers and passengers), primarily due to a relatively low rate of helmet use resulting from ineffective helmet law enforcement. The objectives… read more here.
Keywords: enforcement; helmet use; helmet; cctv camera ... See more keywords
Socio-demographic and experiential determinants of observed versus self-reported helmet use among motorcyclists in Northern Ghana: A comparative analysis.
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DOI: 10.1080/15389588.2025.2575893
Abstract: OBJECTIVE This study assessed the socio-demographic and experiential determinants of observed and self-reported helmet use among motorcyclists in northern Ghana. METHODS A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 381 motorcyclists at twelve randomly selected fuel stations… read more here.
Keywords: use; self reported; helmet use; reported helmet ... See more keywords
Prevalence and patterns of helmet use among motorized two-wheelers: findings from a large observational study in an Indian metropolis
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DOI: 10.1080/17457300.2024.2394484
Abstract: ABSTRACT: Motorized two-wheeler users account for 45% of road fatalities in 2021 in India. Correct helmet use decreases the risk of fatalities, but information about the prevalence of correct helmet use is limited in the… read more here.
Keywords: helmet use; correct helmet; use; motorized two ... See more keywords
Helmet Use and Risk-Taking Behavior Among Skiers and Snowboarders.
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DOI: 10.1097/jsm.0000000000000527
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To characterize factors associated with helmet use and risk-taking behavior among recreational skiers and snowboarders. DESIGN Observational study. SETTING Large, western United States mountain resort. PARTICIPANTS 1285 male and female recreational skiers and snowboarders… read more here.
Keywords: wearing helmet; taking behavior; helmet use; risk taking ... See more keywords
Helmet use in bicycles and non‐motorised wheeled recreational vehicles in children
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DOI: 10.1111/jpc.13925
Abstract: Injuries involving non‐motorised wheeled recreational vehicles (NMWRV) and bicycles are a common cause for hospitalisation in children. Studies show that helmet use whilst bicycle riding can decrease mortality and morbidity due to head injury. However,… read more here.
Keywords: use; helmet use; motorised wheeled; recreational vehicles ... See more keywords
Helmet utilisation and its associated factors among motorcyclists in northern Ghana: an analytical cross-sectional survey
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DOI: 10.1136/ip-2023-045012
Abstract: Background Motorcycle crashes are a major source of road traffic deaths in northern Ghana. Helmet use has been low. The last time it was formally assessed (2010), helmet use was 30.0% (34.2% for riders and… read more here.
Keywords: use; helmet use; northern ghana; pillion riders ... See more keywords
Prevalence and factors associated with effective helmet use among motorcyclists in Mysuru City of Southern India
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DOI: 10.1186/s12199-020-00888-z
Abstract: Background Helmet use reduces the risk and severity of head injury and death due to road traffic crash among motorcyclists. The protective efficacy of different types of helmets varies. Wearing firmly fastened full-face helmet termed… read more here.
Keywords: helmet use; effective helmet; factors associated; among motorcyclists ... See more keywords
Parental attitudes and family helmet use for all-terrain vehicles and bicycles.
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DOI: 10.1186/s40621-020-00253-2
Abstract: Background Helmets prevent head trauma in both all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and bicycle crashes. This pilot study's objective was to compare family helmet use and participant attitudes regarding helmets for ATVs versus bicycles. Methods A convenience… read more here.
Keywords: helmet use; helmet; wearing helmet; family helmet ... See more keywords