By Macall Leslie Salewon, MPH, Epidemiologist
Background
Electric scooters (e-scooters) are reshaping urban transportation, but they are also creating a new and growing source of trauma-related 9‑1‑1 calls. As shared e‑scooter use continues to rise across U.S. and Canadian cities, particularly with the availability of rental devices, EMS agencies are increasingly responding to injuries tied to these devices. Emergency department visits linked to e‑scooter incidents have climbed sharply in recent years, yet little is known about what these events look like before patients reach the hospital. This month’s short report fills that gap by examining thousands of prehospital trauma responses associated with e‑scooter use.
Inside the Report
This report takes a closer look at when, where, and how EMS teams respond to e‑scooter trauma incidents. Explore seasonal and time‑of‑day trends, patient demographics, and the role alcohol or drug use may play. The report also examines transport and refusal patterns, offering insight into how often these calls result in hospital transport and which populations are more likely to decline care.
Download the full report for data‑driven insights that help EMS leaders better understand emerging micromobility injury trends and prepare for the evolving demands of prehospital trauma response.
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