Bike Helmet Day: Don’t lose your head over it, wear a helmet!

On Wednesday, April 9, the Hersenletsel Liga, with the support of Vias institute and several medical associations, is organizing the second Bike Helmet Day in Flanders.

Cycling is healthy and popular, but unfortunately, hospitals receive cyclists with head injuries after a fall every day. For a quarter of hospitalized cyclists, a skull or brain injury is the main injury. Such injuries can have serious and lasting consequences, both physically and mentally. A proper bike helmet can significantly reduce that risk. Research shows that wearing a helmet reduces the chance of serious head injury by 60%.

In Belgium, an estimated 300,000 people live with an acquired brain injury (ABI). Yet the issue is barely known to the general public. With this campaign, the Brain Injury League wants to change that. By encouraging cyclists to wear a helmet, they aim not only to prevent injuries but also to raise more awareness about the impact brain injuries can have on people's lives. As a cycling organization, we hold safety on and off the bike in high regard. That’s why we wholeheartedly support this initiative. Whether you’re a professional cyclist or ride recreationally: a helmet can make all the difference.

You can find more information about the campaign at dagvandefietshelm.be.