The Older Wiser Blog & Promoting Driver Safety
Migraines and Driving : What Every Driver Needs to Know
About 12% of Americans—roughly 39 million people—experience migraines, a neurological condition that causes debilitating headaches. If you get migraines, you know how hard it is to drive when they strike. The pain alone is enough to affect concentration, but this is only one of many symptoms that impact driving. Light and sound sensitivity make sunlight, […]
Mobility in all its forms is one of the strongest predictors of independence, health, and quality of life for older adults.
Everyone is aging, but many are not aging well. That’s why researchers at McMaster are focused on what drives the differences among older adults, so more people can live longer and healthier lives. An important part of that research is the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA), a 20-year study collecting detailed data about more than 50,000 Canadians. It’s the largest […]
The New Route 12, Smart Planner, and Real-Time Technology at Grand Valley Transit.
Grand Valley Transit (GVT) is the bloodline of movement within Mesa County, and its new improvements have been a testimony to its firm commitment to serve the Grand Junction region with smarter, more efficient, and more accessible public transportation. The transit agency has also unveiled a series of coordinated upgrades and has focused on network […]
When is It Safe To Drive With Epilepsy?
More than 50 million people across the globe, with 1.1 percent of U.S. adults lives with Epilepsy. Driving with this condition requires careful consideration and adherence to safety guidelines to help minimize the risk of accidents or injury. […]
The Hidden Dangers of Drunk, Drowsy, and Distracted Driving
Drunk Driving Just one drink of alcohol can be enough to slow a driver’s reaction time and reduce muscle coordination, easily resulting in fatal crashes. Most states have established a legal limit for blood alcohol content (BAC) as low as 0.08. However, fatal accidents can happen with a BAC as low as 0.01. A driver’s […]
Driving With a Disability
Driving is often seen as a symbol of freedom and independence, but for millions of individuals around the world living with disabilities, it can also represent a unique set of challenges and triumphs. Driving with a disability often comes with physical and financial complexities that other drivers don’t face. However, these obstacles shouldn’t make people […]
Psychedelics in Psychiatry: A Nuanced Discussion on a Breakout Therapy
Treatment for depression is an increasingly pressing need. Despite its invisibility, it steals every aspect of one’s quality of life. It can make even the most basic tasks feel like too much. A once-pristine house can become cluttered so that the thought of company causes dread instead of excitement, and that’s where the social isolation […]
Keep Your Pets Safe
MAY 2025 Colorado Transit Report. Author and Reporter Shannon Lukens. The summer season is upon us, which means easier driving for all on our mountain roads. Enjoy the views and keep an eye out for wildlife as you wander your way through the Rocky Mountains. Colorado State Patrol is sending a summer reminder about the dangers of […]
