4. Cycling:
Odds of dying: 1 in 92,325
The increasing popularity of bicycles as a mean of commuting is the main reason why there are so many bicycle-related accidences. In the US, more than half a million people end up in ER because of bicycle-related injuries every year. In 2009, nearly 85,000 people had head injuries while it is estimated that around 600 people died during cycling, majority of them because of traumatic brain injuries. Two main causes of cyclists’ deaths are a lack of proper protection and alcohol impairment. Thus, wearing a helmet and not drinking before you sit on a bike is the best policy for staying safe.
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