Adoption of municipal bylaw legislating mandatory helmet use for cyclists under the age of 18: impact on cycling and helmet use

Introduction: Bicycle helmet use is recognized as an effective way to prevent head injuries in cyclists. A number of countries have introduced legislation to make helmets mandatory, but many object to this type of measure for fear that it could discourage people, particularly teenagers, from cycling...

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Main Authors: Aurélie Maurice, Michel Lavoie, Denis Hamel, Mylène Riva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Health Agency of Canada 2020-01-01
Series:Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.24095/hpcdp.40.1.02