Here are eight medical conditions and health factors that may affect your ability to drive safely.
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8 Health Factors That May Affect Your Ability To Drive Safely — National (04/04/2023)
Source: For Profit OrganizationGeorgia Traffic Safety Quick Facts — Georgia (03/06/2023)
Source: State Agency/ProgramGives 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.
Cognitive test for older drivers tied to more safety for them, study shows — National (02/21/2023)
Source: NewsAs a group, older drivers are less likely to survive a server crash, and studies show they are particularly vulnerable in intersections.
In-Vehicle Technology Use and Associated Factors Among Older Drivers — National (01/01/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationThis study examines the prevalence and frequency of use of in-vehicle technologies as well as the relationships between technology-use frequency and associated factors among a subset of AAA participants
Older Driver Safety Webinar Rural road safety — National (12/09/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationWebinar: Rural-Specific Challenges and Rural Safety Equity
Older Driver Safety: When It’s Time to Stop Driving — National (12/06/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationThis is an article about warning signs on when you may indicate someone should stop driving.
Older driver vehicle preferences and perceptions of safety: A survey — National (12/02/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationIncreasing older drivers’ understanding of the importance of advancements in vehicle safety may result in greater ownership of safer vehicles and fewer road injuries.
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week 2022- Blog — National (11/29/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationNADTC wrote a blog with Jane Rath from ChORUS to promote Older Driver Safety Awareness Week.
Free Senior Transportation Options — National (11/07/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationIn this brief article, we will describe these transit alternatives for seniors. It offers a broad range of possibilities, including low-cost, publicly funded, accessible, and private choices.
Resources for State Driver Licensing Agencies: Older Driver Safety Awareness Week — National (10/26/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationChORUS offers a wealth of resources that promote older driver safety. We have curated lists to provide the perfect starting point for exploring resources, materials, and tools specific to you