Head injury

Alternative names:

brain injury; concussion - first aid; injury to the head

Prevention:

• Always wear a helmet when biking.
• Make sure that children have a safe area in which to play.
• Provide adequate supervision for children of any age.
• Be visible. Don't ride a bike at night.
• Obey traffic signals when riding a bike. Be predictable so that other drivers will be better able to determine your course.
• Use appropriate safety equipment (such as hard hats, bicycle or motorcycle helmets, and seat belts) when involved in activities that could result in head injury.