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E-bike Injuries Surge 350%: Experts Call It Epidemic
2/11/2026
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- St Vincent's Hospital in Sydney treats nearly four serious e-bike injuries weekly.
- Dr. Tony Grabs labeled the rise an epidemic, citing 200 e-bike injuries in 2025 as a 350% increase from 2023.
- Sydney Children's Hospital reported nearly 100 e-bike cases in 2025, mainly among young boys.
- New regulations may grant police powers to seize non-compliant bikes, a move supported by medical professionals.
