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The Two-Way
Despite efforts to reduce pedestrian deaths, many cities have become more dangerous for walkers in recent years.

Walking In America Remains Dangerous — Especially In Florida

Jan 10, 2017
Those who can least afford to get hurt often live in the most dangerous places to walk. A study sees a link between the hazards and median household income and whether people have health insurance.
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Goats and Soda
Indian villagers walk past an overturned motorized rickshaw.

Study: Why Pedestrians In India Need To Be Very, Very Cautious

Jul 31, 2016
A new study finds that the government count of pedestrian deaths may be far too low. Our writer shares a very personal perspective.
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Goats and Soda
Tough helmet laws have caused the number of helmet wearers in a Vietnamese province to jump from 34 percent to 76 percent.

Traffic Takes A Tremendous Global Toll, But Cheap Fixes Can Save Lives

Jul 25, 2015
It's a global issue, and deaths are often high in the developing world. A new report looks at inexpensive ways to cut down on fatalities.
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Nevada May Spend Extra $10M To Protect Pedestrians

Feb 05, 2015
RENO, Nev. (AP) — State transportation officials are considering spending an additional $10 million to help protect pedestrians in response to a recent...
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KNPR's State of Nevada

Pedestrian Deaths In Las Vegas Prompt Changes

Jan 26, 2015

Las Vegas is a hazardous place for pedestrians. The number of pedestrians killed has averaged about one a week over the last two years. On Friday, the...

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