Medscape/WebMD has resumed collaboration with NHTSA and has developed educational courses directed to healthcare professionals to enhance knowledge of the impacts of medical conditions, impairments on safe driving and the role they play.
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Older Driver Safety Continuing Education for Health Care Professionals — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationTaking the Keys Away: What to Do If a Senior Won't Stop Driving — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationMany family caregivers sometimes fear that their aging loved ones are no longer safe behind the wheel. Hesitation to act on this worry is normal, but ignoring the warning signs that a senior is unfit to drive is.
Web MD: Drug Interaction Checker — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationWebMD drug interaction checker. Always consult with a medical professional with how your medications will affect driving.
Aggressive Driving — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationAggressive driving is extremely common among U.S drivers. According to AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety's 2019 data, nearly 805 drivers expressed significant anger, aggression, or road rage behind the wheel.
Family Conversations With Older Drivers — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationBecause driving represents independence and freedom for most older adults, the idea of limiting or giving up driving can be a deeply personal and emotional issue.
Hand Controls for Cars, Trucks, SUVs and Vans — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationMobilityWorks offers a wide selection of adaptive equipment for the most ever type of vehicle to regain independence and to be in control of your own transportation.
I'M A DRIVER- ADA — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationYour local ADA dealer is a strong advocate for people with disabilities who want to get back on the road. They believe you are entitled to the independence and higher quality of life that an accessible vehicle can provide.
How to Talk With Senior About their Unsafe Driving — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationTalking to seniors about their driving abilities can be a difficult conversation to have. For many people, driving represents independence, so giving that freedom can be very difficult to accept.
Driving Safety Tips for Senior Drivers — Texas
Source: For Profit OrganizationAmerican Safety Council published safety tips for senior drivers and senior license requirements in Texas.
DriveSharp — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationThe program, DriveSharp, provides engaging brain-training exercises that can be completed in the comfort and privacy of your own home.