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E-Bikes Are a Hot Topic — and Safety Concerns Are Heating Up
Listen as a trauma surgeon shares what he's seeing and what riders and parents should know.
E-bikes have become an increasingly popular gift for children and teens—but with that popularity comes a growing concern for safety. Dr. Shea Gregg, chair of surgery at Hartford HealthCare St. Vincent’s Medical Center, recently joined WICC to discuss the e-bike-related injuries being seen in the emergency department and what riders and parents should know before getting on the road. From wearing the right helmet to thinking twice before putting an e-bike under the Christmas tree, Gregg shares some startling statistics and offers practical advice to help riders stay safe.
