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  1. The Effects of Medical Conditions on Driving Performance — National (08/01/2017)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    This 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. 

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  2. Staying Independent After Giving Up the Car Keys — National (06/09/2017)

    Source: Professional Association

    Giving up the car keys is one of the most challenging decisions a senior makes. The loss of independence can be devastating. But causing an accident because of diminished abilities is even worse.

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  3. How to start a conversation on driving, mobility and aging — National (05/01/2017)

    Source: University

    This book was designed as part of a Department of Design course at The Ohio State University in the Spring of 2017. The project was a blend of graduates and residents at the Ohio Living Westminsterthurber community center. 

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  4. Traffic Tech: Technology Transfer Series — National (04/01/2017)

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    As the driving population continues to age, medical conditions and associated impairments affecting driving abilities will become more prevalent, and State driver licensing agencies are likely to see driver medical reviews. 

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  5. Medical Review Practices For Driver Licensing  Volume 3 — District of Columbia (04/01/2017)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    This volume updates the information presented in 2003 (Summary of Medical Advisory Board Practices in the United States). 

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  6. IACP Alzheimer's Initiative Program Webinar: 3 Stages of Alzheimer's — National (03/30/2017)

    Source: Professional Association

    IACP video on the 3 stages of Alzheimer’s Disease that Law Enforcement might observe during a traffic stop. 

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  7. U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Older Americans Month: May 2017 — National (03/27/2017)

    Source: Professional Association

    After a meeting with the National Council of Senior Citizens, President John F. Kennedy encouraged all Americans to pay tribute to older people across the country by designating May 1963 as Senior Citizens Month.

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  8. Screening for Medically At-RIsk Drivers — National (03/06/2017)

    Source: Professional Association

    NHTSA offers a YouTube video to help State Driver Licensing Agencies (SDLA) screen for medically at-risk drivers

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  9. Law Enforcement: Cite and Refer Medically Impaired Drivers — National (03/06/2017)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    NHTSA provides informational videos about citing and referring medically impaired drivers. 

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  10. Identifying and Referring Cognitively Impaired Drivers (30 Minute Shift Change) — National (01/01/2017)

    Source: Local Program

    Identifying and Referring Cognitively Impaired Drivers is an abbreviated version of the two-hour course, “Law Enforcement’s Role in Older Driver Safety”.

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