Drivers who are involved in a vehicle crash are more likely to die if they are obese, says a new US study.

In a severe motor vehicle crash, a moderately obese driver faces a 21 per cent increased risk of death, while it is 56 per cent more risky for the morbidly obese.

Interestingly, underweight and normal weight drivers were found to be at higher risk of dying from a severe crash than slightly overweight drivers.

Obesity ups death risk in vehicle crashes – The Times of India