Prevalence rate of helmet use among motorcycle riders in Kumasi, Ghana.

Objectives: This study investigated the prevalence rate and identified the associated factors influencing helmet use in Kumasi, Ghana.

Methods: The data used in this study were collected from motorcycle riders in the Kumasi metropolis through questionnaire survey. The contributing factors influencing helmet use were determined using a logistic regression model.

Assessment of the road safety performance of four roundabouts in Kumasi, Ghana.

Upgrade of the Ejisu-Kumasi section of the N6 saw the construction of roundabouts at selected intersections. Their use appears challenging particularly for vehicles with elevated Centre-of-Gravity. The objective of this study was to establish the relative risk of traffic accident deaths or hospitalized injuries at the roundabouts.