31 décembre 2024|
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|11 months agoSki Accident Rates Surge Among Over-40s in Switzerland
Swiss insurance data reveals concerning increase in skiing injuries among older adults, with fatigue and overconfidence cited as key factors.
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- 35,000 people are injured annually while skiing in Switzerland.
- People over 40 accounted for 56% of all ski injuries in 2022.
- The percentage of injured skiers over 40 rose from 39% in 2003 to 56% in 2022.
- Ski accidents result in approximately 800,000 lost workdays annually.
- Skiers aged 40-64 face a higher risk of serious and long-lasting injuries.
By The Numbers
56%
Proportion of ski injuries sustained by over-40s in 2022
470,000
Workdays lost annually by injured skiers over 40
22
Average days off work per ski accident
39%
Proportion of ski injuries sustained by over-40s in 2003
They Said
"Accidents are often due to poor physical condition, fatigue or over confidence."
"Those injured in the age group between 40 and 64 had a higher risk of serious injury and long lasting injury related issues."
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Middle-Aged Skiers Dominate Injury Statistics
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Economic Toll Soars as Workdays Vanish
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Fatigue and Overconfidence Fuel the Crisis
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