Drowsy driving, a deadly peril often underestimated, could be as hazardous, if not more so, than driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. A recent study published in ERJ Open Research has thrown light on the alarming implications of fatigued driving, highlighting that it could be a more significant road safety issue than previously thought. people suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition causing throat muscles to relax during sleep, thereby interrupting the flow of air to the lungs. It revealed that OSA patients often resort to multiple coping strategies to stay alert while driving. These techniques include opening the window, turning up the radio, drinking tea or coffee, and even singing. emphasized the startling reality that up to one fifth of collisions on the road could be attributed to fatigue or sleepiness. This revelation underscores the need for doctors to advise patients at high risk of causing a collision against driving.
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Friday, June 27, 2025