Next Steps

Prevention

• Sensible prevention includes wearing helmets when bike riding, inline skating, driving motorcycles, and other similar activities.
  
  
• Safety belts, car seats, and airbags when used properly can prevent head injuries in motor vehicle accidents.
  
  
• Drinking while driving is one of the most common causes of motor vehicle crashes. Many serious head injuries would be prevented by avoiding this dangerous behavior.
  
  
• Fall-proofing includes checking your home for areas where someone may fall: stairs, bathtubs, throw rugs, and furniture.