Gives a snapshot of the most common factors in crashes involving drivers aged 55 and older: injuries and fatalities demographics, prevention measures, safety resources, and support.
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Georgia Traffic Safety Quick Facts — Georgia (03/06/2023)
Source: State Agency/ProgramRaging Aging Symposium series, 2021 (session recordings) — National (01/14/2022)
Source: State Agency/ProgramA pop-up symposium supported by a grant from the Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety.
District of Columbia: Senior Driver Information for DC — District of Columbia (09/18/2020)
Source: State Agency/ProgramDC’s Department of Motor Vehicles has a page on its website specifically for seniors with information regarding licensing.
Some Medications and Driving Don’t Mix — National (09/15/2020)
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe FDA reports on its website that medications and their side effects could be harmful while driving.
Driving with Sleep Apnea — National (06/13/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA gives tips on driving with sleep apnea. Pulling over when feeling drowsy and talking to a healthcare provider about treatment options are among suggested things to do about sleep apnea.
The Effects of Medical Conditions on Driving Performance — National (08/01/2017)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis project investigated the effect of selected medical conditions on the exposure and performance of older drivers. A recent literature review followed by a panel meeting with driving safety experts.
Medical Review Practices For Driver Licensing Volume 1 — District of Columbia (10/01/2016)
Source: US Department of TransportationA Case Study of Guidelines and Processes in Seven U.S. States.
Driving When You Have Macular Degeneration — National (08/15/2016)
Source: US Department of TransportationMacular degeneration affects vision and therefore can have a huge impact on one’s ability to drive. First, an eye doctor should tell his patient if they are able to drive once they’ve been diagnosed.
Michigan Law Enforcement Aging Driver Roll Call Video — Michigan (06/13/2016)
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis video provides law enforcement professionals with tips to help identify potential cognitive impairment and actions to take when there is a concern.
Driving Task: How Older Drivers' On-Road Driving Performance Relates to Abilities, Perceptions, and Restrictions — National (06/01/2016)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis study examined a cohort of 227 older drivers and investigated the relationship between performance on the electronic Driver Observation Schedule (eDOS) driving task.