LAS VEGAS ( FOX5 ) — A California surgeon is recommending motorcycle helmets for children riding Class 3 e-bikes after hospitals report a surge in serious injuries that resemble motorcycle accidents.

Sunrise Hospital told FOX5 it has treated more than 150 patients from e-bike and e-scooter accidents so far in 2025, including two deaths involving minors.

Dr. John Maa, a staff surgeon at Marin Health Medical Center in San Francisco, said his facility has led research into e-bike injuries in Marin County. Doctor Maa, who is also a member of the American College of Surgeons, says he recommends motorcycle helmets specifically for Class 3 e-bikes, which can reach speeds up to 28 mph.

“In California, where I’m based, anyone using a Class 3 e-bike must use a helmet, and I personally, my reco

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