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Answer to Question 9:

Q: Sometimes when I go to evening or weekend events I have a drink or two to be social. Could limited alcohol consumption affect my driving ability?

A: Yes, even a little alcohol can cause problems.

At age 55 and older, the body functions at a slower pace. The aging process slows down the metabolism, including the elimination of alcohol from the body.

Another problem exists for older drivers regarding alcohol. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has reported that about 50% of all medications that older persons take can interact with alcohol. This can cause serious adverse reactions to occur. This should be of utmost concern to older drivers. Evaluate your reactions to alcohol and medications carefully.

You can learn (or review) a lot more driving tips and important information in your local AARP Driver Safety Program class.

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