Driving a car is one of the most ordinary, yet one of the riskiest, activities we engage in every day. According to the National Safety Council, 38,800 people died in car accidents in 2019, and millions more are injured each year. It’s one of the most serious public-health issues we face. Many things can make… Continue reading Staying Safe on the Road
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Can You Drive Safely with Arthritis
Although you might think of poor vision as the most common factor in seniors’ impaired driving ability, arthritis can also be an obstacle. According to NIH SeniorHealth, a division of the National Institutes of Health, arthritis can make joints swollen and stiff, thereby limiting movement of the shoulders, hands, head or neck. That can make… Continue reading Can You Drive Safely with Arthritis
Passengers Can Help Drivers with Directions, Not Safety
A driver can get good help for directions from a passenger in the car – but there’s also an increased risk of a collision, according to new research. That conclusion comes from a study performed by experts at the University of Illinois who used a simulator to judge drivers’ responses while talking to passengers, driving… Continue reading Passengers Can Help Drivers with Directions, Not Safety