As people age, many see increases in the number of their prescribed medications. However, at any age, the more medications you take, the greater the risk that the medications will affect your ability to drive safely.
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Prescription medication and driving what are the hazards — California
Source: State Agency/ProgramAging and Adult Services — North Carolina
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe Division of Aging and Adult Services works to promote independence and enhance the dignity of North Carolina's older adults and their families through a community based on services and benefits.
Low Vision Glasses For Driving, Keeping You In The Driver’s Seat — National
Source: Professional AssociationLiving with poor eyesight and losing the ability to drive may lead to feelings of depression, anxiety, anger, and withdrawal from society. We must do all possible to maintain the patient’s self-sufficient.
Professional Corner- Safe driver smart options — Michigan
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis website provides information and resources for these professionals that address the concerns aging drivers face and help keep them independent and mobile for as long as safely possible.
Issues Related to Older Drivers — National
Source: Professional AssociationThe Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists’ website shows that seniors have lower fatal crash rates, but are at a higher risk for fatalities because of their age.
Community Mobility & Driving with Older Adults — National
Source: ExpertCommunity mobility is essential for people meet their daily needs such as going to the grocery store, the pharmacy, the bank and medical appointments.
Wisconsin: Department of Transportation Senior Driver Information — Wisconsin
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe page includes links regarding special driving circumstances, senior drivers, law enforcement and medical professionals.
National Library of Medicine NIH- Daily Med — National
Source: ExpertThe DailyMed database contains 148815 labeling submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) by companies. DailyMed does not contain a complete listing of labeling for FDA-regulated products (e.g., labeling that is not submitted to the FDA). See ABOUT DAILYMED for more information.
Driver License Renewal Requirements/Options for Older Drivers — Florida
Source: State Agency/ProgramIf your state is looking to create a state resource page for Older Drivers, please use these as examples.
Webinar Archive — National
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