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Surge in Pediatric Golf Cart Injuries Raises Alarms

9/27/2025

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A study from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia finds rising pediatric golf cart injuries in the U.S.
Researchers analyzed 2010–2023 data, identifying 1,419 cases and 53,855 injuries.
The average victim is 11 years old, with about 90% boys.
Injuries often involve falls or collisions; the study cites inadequate safety features and regulations, including laws in South Carolina and Florida.

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Story summary

A study from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia finds rising pediatric golf cart injuries in the U.S.
Researchers analyzed 2010–2023 data, identifying 1,419 cases and 53,855 injuries.
The average victim is 11 years old, with about 90% boys.
Injuries often involve falls or collisions; the study cites inadequate safety features and regulations, including laws in South Carolina and Florida.