Publications by authors named "Brenda Vergara"
Most deaths due to all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility task vehicles (UTVs) occur on public roads, despite manufacturers' warnings that they are not designed for roadway use. Our study objective was to determine rural residents' use, knowledge, and attitudes regarding ATVs/UTVs on public roads. A convenience sample of 2022 Farm Progress Show attendees were surveyed ( = 361).
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- The study examined rural adolescents' attitudes towards helmet use while riding ATVs, motorcycles, and dirt bikes, highlighting the significant impact of helmet use on preventing head injuries.
- A total of 1331 participants from Iowa were surveyed, revealing that while many owned ATVs, helmet usage was notably lower for ATV riders compared to dirt bike and motorcycle riders.
- The research found lower helmet use among farm residents and vehicle owners, with a significant portion of participants expressing stronger support for helmet laws correlated with lower ownership and riding frequency.