Bicycles
Bicycles are a great way to get outside and stay active as well as a handy mode of transportation. When you are cycling, it is important to ensure you are riding safely. Cycling can result in a variety of serious injuries to both adults and children.
For more information on how to cycle safely visit the following pages on the Public Health Agency of Canada Web site:
Cycling Safety page for kids
Bicycle injuries - analysis of 1998 hospital admissions with a focus on the injury hazard associated with handlebars
Bicycle-related Injuries in Children: A Study in Two Ontario Emergency Departments, 1994
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