New advice for drivers with obstructive sleep apnoea on managing tiredness behind the wheel
Researchers have issued bespoke advice for drivers with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) after finding that common guidance for tackling tiredness behind the wheel may not be the most effective approach for people with the condition. Driver sleepiness contributes to a substantial proportion of road crashes. Drivers who begin to feel drowsy are often advised to stop, have a caffeinated drink and take a 15-minute nap – a combination known as a "caffeine nap". It is designed to allow caffeine to […]
