For many Americans, driving is a big part of life. Most people with diabetes can do it safely, but there are some things to keep in mind before you get behind the wheel.
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Driving With Diabetes: How to Stay Safe — National (01/11/2022)
Source: ExpertDriving Performance in Older Adults: Current Measures, Findings, and Implications for Roadway Safety — National (01/07/2022)
Source: ExpertThe purpose of this review is to provide a comprehensive and detailed resource on the topics of cognition and driving for clinicians, research, and policymakers working on efforts related to older adult drivers.
Older Driver Performance across Six Naturalistic Studies [Traffic Tech] — National (11/01/2021)
Source: State Agency/ProgramNHTSA sponsored six studies over the previous decade to explore the relationship between age-related changes and older driver performance and behavior. Then another report aggregated and analyzed the data they collected.
Bike Safety Tips for Older Adults — Illinois (09/28/2021)
Source: ExpertThe goal of the Ride Illinois Safety Program is to make bike education courses and resources accessible to adults and children across Illinois. This webinar is tailored to older adults and being safe while biking.
Smart Features for Mature Drivers — National (09/15/2020)
Source: ExpertAAA covers smart features for mature drivers in this video and shows how choosing the right vehicle can provide a senior with optimal comfort and safety.
NHTSA’s New SaferCar App — National (08/29/2020)
Source: ExpertOur new SaferCar app allows you to save your vehicles, car seats, equipment, or tires in a virtual garage on your smartphone. If a recall is issued, you’ll get an alert.
Epilepsy and Seizures in Older Adults — National (08/25/2020)
Source: ExpertWith the aging of the population, we can expect to see greater numbers of people with epilepsy.
PennDOT Safety -- Crosswalks — National (07/24/2020)
Source: ExpertPennDOT's video about crosswalks is information for the pedestrian and for the driver.
Should You Rent a Car or Drive Your Own On Your Next Road Trip? — National (07/02/2020)
Source: State Agency/ProgramAARP put together a list of things to consider when you are preparing for summer travel, whether you should be driving a rental car or your own car.
Self-perceptions and Current Practices of High-risk Older Drivers: Implications for Driver Safety Interventions — North Carolina (07/01/2020)
Source: State Agency/ProgramComfort Keepers Senior Care Durham & Chapel Hill discusses safe driving for seniors in their video.