This translates to the fact that millions of Americans rely on non-motorized transportation options, which includes walking and bicycling. While overall pedestrian fatalities are declining, injuries remain high, particularly in urban centers. Joining traffic safety and public health professionals is a growing body of citizen advocates who are striving to create safer walking and bicycling environments. Both forms of transportation have the potential to provide physical and health benefits.
Bicyclists are also at risk for traffic related injuries.
In 1998, over 700 bicyclists nationwide were killed and 53,000 injured in traffic crashes.