Natasha Richardson was on a beginner's ski trail at a ski resort in Quebec this week. She had a minor fall, hit her head, and died hours later. The question now is whether a helmet would have saved her life.
Living here in Utah, many BYU students head to the slopes each weekend (or even after classes on weekdays) to get their fix of their favorite winter pastime. Many whiz down the slopes at blazing speed without a helmet. To me, that is proof of a lack of brain cells. I don't ski or snowboard, but I know plenty of people that do. I often see these people come back to school on Monday with a cast or a sling.
Sure, if we were to avoid every activity that requires some risk, our lives would be boring. But, we can reduce the risk of injury and death by wearing something as simple as a helmet!
Although helmet use has increased in recent years, still only 43% of skiers and snowboarders wear helmets according to the National Ski Areas Association. I think skiers and snowboarders should re-think with their precious brains whether it is more important to look "cool" or still be conscious to make it home and tell everyone how "cool" their day at the slopes was. What do you think?
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