Table 1

Estimated number of preventable cases of bicycle related bicycle injuries in Stavanger, Norway, 1990–96

Age (years)Bicycle related head injuries 1990–96Bicycle helmet utilization ratePAF*Estimated No of preventable cases
*Assumed RR = 3.3 (70% risk reduction), and helmet utilization rate = 100%.
0–230%70%2
3–1115630%62%97
12–145115%66%34
All ages210133