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Cyclists and pedestrians in Castle Park, Bristol (image: Adwitiya Pal)

Cycling your commute can lower risk of death by 47%, as long as you aren’t hit by a driver

Researchers conclude findings "reinforce need for safer cycling infrastructure", as people who commute by bike enjoy physical and mental health benefits, but have "twice the risk of being a road traffic casualty compared with non-active commuters"

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Cyclist in London indicating in cycle lane – copyright Simon MacMichael

Better knowledge of Highway Code changes to protect cyclists and more 20mph speed limits recommended by professor who argues active travel is “best buy” for improving nation’s health

Writing in the British Medical Journal, Professor Scarlett McNally made the case for exercise and active travel being a "miracle cure" that "improves physical and mental health and reduces demands on NHS services and the need for social care"

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Commuters (CC licensed image by kube414:Flickr)

Cycling to work really does make you thinner study confirms

Interestingly, according to the study in the BMJ, using public transport is as effective

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White cycle helmet

Top scientists on cycle helmets: “The debate will go on (and on and on…)”

Science writer Ben Goldacre & statistician David Spiegelhalter cast critical eye over helmet studies. Conclusion? It's complicated...

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Look 585 – riding 4

Doctor claims carbon offers no benefit over steel

Spending more won't get you there any quicker, says new research

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