4. Diabetes and Hypoglycemia
People with diabetes — especially those using insulin — are at risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). When blood sugar drops too low, symptoms like confusion, blurred vision, trembling, or sudden fatigue can appear without warning.
A senior driver experiencing hypoglycemia might drift between lanes or fail to notice traffic signals, putting everyone in danger.
Before getting behind the wheel, diabetic drivers should:
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Check blood sugar levels,
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Eat a balanced meal, and
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Keep snacks or glucose tablets in the car.
If low blood sugar episodes occur frequently, it may be time to reconsider driving, or at least restrict trips to short daytime journeys.
