The M.E.N. has given this an 'inspirational recovery' slant - focusing on the person concerned's bravery and determination - and that is fair enough. I however would like to highlight this paragraph:
"Sarah had been cycling as part of a training regime in a bid to qualify for the 2010 Euro and World triathlon championships when a car pulled out in front of her last June on Wilmslow Road, Didsbury.
She slammed on her brakes and was thrown in the air, landing on her head.
Despite wearing a helmet, Sarah suffered multiple facial fractures, a broken cheekbone, nose and jaw and her lip was badly torn.
She also broke several bones at the top of her spine.
The driver of the car involved was later convicted of driving without due care and attention."
In other words:
- This was an accident caused by a careless driver
- The helmet made little difference
Dangerous, careless road use, and car-centric design, are the things to tackle if road safety is to be addressed.
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