Sometimes, a measure to control injuries may collide with another public health priority. For example, laws requiring bike helmet use in order to reduce injuries can limit participation in bike share programs intended to produce other benefits.
Some advocates suggest that environmental approaches such as changes in the community design can be used to minimize conflicts between competing public health priorities.
What are the issues and public health priorities involved in bike share programs?
Can you think of other examples along similar lines to this case, particularly where change has led to unintended consequences that may arise? Please share on the discussion board.