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MEDICAL CONDITION DRIVING RECOMMENDATIONS TO CONSIDER* ALCOHOLISM Those who are suspected of alcoholism should be instructed not to drive and referred to alcohol and drug abuse centers for treatment. ARTHRITIS People should not drive if permanent damage of joints has occurred, which limits ability to drive. In some cases, assistive devices may help. BLOOD PRESSURE, HIGH OR LOW People can drive but should consult a medical professional. DEMENTIA/MEMORY DISORDERS People with severe dementia or memory disorders should not drive. DEPRESSION, CLINICAL People should drive only if they are under a doctor's care and being stabilized on medications. Those with severe depression and impaired concentration and agitation should not drive. DIABETES – INSULIN-TREATED People can drive under the following circumstances: X They are under regular medical supervision. X They understand their diabetic condition and the close interrelationships among insulin demand, diet, and exercise. X They are following a physician's advice. X They have no history of impairment due to alcohol or drug abuse. X They have no history of severe hypoglycemic (decreased blood sugar) episodes in the last six months. DIABETES – NON–INSULIN-TREATED People can usually drive if they: X Have a good understanding of their condition. X Remain under regular medical supervision. X Are following instructions about diet, medication, and prevention of complications. HEARING CONDITIONS Many hearing limitations can be corrected or treated, but severe hearing limitations may lead to loss of driving privileges. PARKINSON'S DISEASE Driving may be permitted based on outcome of assessment for severity of symptoms and response to treatment. Evaluations are recommended every 6–12 months. SEIZURES Those who have suffered seizures should refrain from driving until cleared by a doctor. SLEEP DISORDERS Narcolepsy: Should cease driving dependent upon diagnosis. Driving may be permitted when satisfactory control of symptoms is achieved. Sleep Apnea: Driving permitted when satisfactory control of symptoms is achieved. STROKES Consult a medical professional before driving. SURGERY AFTER-EFFECTS Consult a medical professional before driving as driving risk varies depending on the type of surgery. THYROID DISEASE May drive if stable. Should consult a medical professional. VISUAL CONDITIONS OR DISEASES Many visual limitations can be corrected or treated, but severe visual limitations may lead to loss of driving privileges. MEDICATIONS: PRESCRIBED, OVER- THE-COUNTER, SUPPLE- MENTS, AND HERBAL REMEDIES Medications may cause side effects that can impair our driving ability. *ALWAYS CHECK WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN FOR ADVICE. CERTAIN MEDICAL CONDITIONS AND MEDICATIONS MAY AFFECT YOUR DRIVING (UNIT 2) AARP 110 RESOURCES