E-Bike and Scooter Injuries Soaring | Colorado Springs News

E-bike and e-scooter injuries are exploding—especially among kids—with Colorado seeing an 184% surge in e-bike injuries and 84% for scooters. Hospitals are already treating more children this year than all of last, with cases ranging from skull fractures to internal bleeding. Many accidents happen when riders, often without helmets, are struck by cars. Doctors now see at least one child injury per shift. Authorities are teaming up with hospitals to warn parents: always wear helmets, choose wisely, and recognize that speed demands maturity. Cities are scrambling to regulate these devices as popularity grows, trying to balance fun with safety. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fbe8fe6d8484eaa5