“Sorry, but I don’t believe your “Studies””
Facts do hinder people with agendas.
That isn't why their dying...It's because drivers of cars and trucks don't pay strict attention when changing lanes and driving in general. Biggest cause of accidents is, not paying attention. In addition to the fact that drivers of cars and trucks are psychologically programed to look for another car or truck when changing lanes, crossing intersections etc.
The results are sometimes the on-coming bike just simply did not register in their mind, when they glanced for oncoming, to changing lanes or a quick look for cross traffic. It was there, they just didn't see it because they were looking for a car or truck.