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Medical Emergencies Behind the Wheel | Auckland News
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Fatal crashes linked to sudden medical events are hitting a decade-high, with 39 deaths last year—up from just 19 in 2018 and 33 in 2022. Experts caution that aging populations and rising chronic conditions are driving this trend, as more drivers over 75 (up 53% in a decade) and even those over 90 (up 40%) remain on the road. While data may be incomplete before 2023, the upward trajectory underscores the urgent need for drivers to manage their health, take meds as prescribed, and seek medical advice if symptoms arise—because losing control behind the wheel can have devastating consequences.
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