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E-Scooter Surge Hits ERs Hard | Cork News
E-scooters and e-bikes are causing a major emergency room surge, with Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital seeing a fourfold jump in injuries this year—87 patients already treated in 2026, up from just 23 in 2025. Alarmingly, 39 kids under 16 are among them, despite it being illegal for minors to ride. Doctors report broken bones, severe head trauma, and internal injuries, with Dr. Niall OConnor blaming lax parental oversight. The HSE is urging riders to wear proper helmets, use protective gear, stay slow, and avoid distractions—simple steps that could prevent ER visits and keep people safe. Listen…
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