Another variable of interest in this study is where it was done - -
England.  My understanding is that the use of helmets is still not
common in England.  The author may even have a bias against wearing
helmets and is attempting to use his study to support his position.  

Here is another quote from the article ""We know helmets are useful in
low-speed falls, and so definitely good for children, but whether they
offer any real protection to somebody struck by a car is very
controversial."  

Few people in the US would argue that is controversial whether or not
helmets offer bicyclists any real protection to someone struck by a car.
In fact the author of the article was struck twice while wearing a
helmet and is still alive.

Arthur

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