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Old 09-16-2019, 09:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Martian View Post
Excellent question, and I will add how many older seniors do not take ANY drugs/medications - I expect none? And how many of those prescriptions (and non-prescriptions) can result in impaired ability to drive or impaired ability to make a sound judgement as to ones own ability to drive!
The most widely prescribed medications for older people are statins and blood pressure medication. Neither affect judgement in any way, shape or form.

Study shows 70 percent of Americans take prescription drugs - CBS News
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