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Doctors warn of ‘exponential’ rise in serious e-scooter injuries among kids

Global News · Aug 1, 2026, 6:07 PM UTC

Doctors at Toronto's SickKids hospital say serious e-scooter injuries involving children are becoming a daily occurrence, with many requiring surgery, intensive care and rehab.

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