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Health can affect a person’s ability to drive safely. Illness, injury, poor vision, reduced mobility, fatigue, certain medical conditions and some medicines can interfere with concentration, reaction time, judgement or vehicle control. Drivers should recognise when their physical or mental condition may make driving unsafe and should seek medical advice when necessary. In some countries, specific health conditions must be reported and may require a medical examination or restrictions on the driving licence.
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How can health affect driving?
Health problems can affect vision, concentration, reaction time, judgement, coordination and vehicle control, making safe driving more difficult.
🔗 gov.uk • GOV.UK, health conditions and driving; GB reporting example
🔗 nei.nih.gov • US National Eye Institute, low vision and night blindness
Should you drive when you are ill?
Not if the illness makes it difficult to concentrate, react quickly or control the vehicle safely. Drivers should delay the journey or seek medical advice when necessary.
🔗 gov.uk • GOV.UK, health conditions and driving; GB reporting example
🔗 nei.nih.gov • US National Eye Institute, low vision and night blindness
Can medication affect driving?
Yes. Some medicines can cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision or slower reactions. Always follow the instructions provided with the medicine and advice from a healthcare professional.
🔗 gov.uk • GOV.UK, health conditions and driving; GB reporting example
🔗 nei.nih.gov • US National Eye Institute, low vision and night blindness

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