Is a change in your vision affecting your driving?
dailyrecord.co.ukWhen something feels off with our health, a quick call to the GP can be all it takes to set us on the path to good health again.But sometimes we think of our eyesight differently.Without having regular eye tests, many drivers may not realise their sight isn't as good as it should be when they’re out on the road.If you've noticed you've started to adapt your driving habits to make up for changing eyesight, such as not driving at night, only sticking to known routes, or driving more slowly because you can't see as clearly when you're behind the wheel, then maybe its time to have your eyes examined.
If you don't leave the optician's office with a report of 20/20 vision, it doesn't mean you'll have to give up driving completely.
You may just need to pick up a pair of glasses, or some lenses, or get treatment for eye problems like glaucoma or cataracts to keep you driving safely as long as possible."I’m not as confident at driving as I once was, particularly at junctions where I take a bit more time now.“Driving in the dark has also become more challenging – the glare from headlights can be dazzling, so I’m reluctant to drive in the evenings and I stick to short journeys on local roads.“It's important to have regular eye exams as we get older and our vision changes.
Many of us also develop conditions like cataracts which can be picked up at an eye exam and treated to keep us driving for longer.”There are also vouchers available to help with the cost of glasses and contact lenses if you are on certain benefits or receive a lower income.If you notice a change in your vision, you don’t have to wait until your next appointment.
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