{"id":343,"date":"2024-06-26T19:50:57","date_gmt":"2024-06-26T19:50:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/blog\/?p=343"},"modified":"2024-06-26T19:50:57","modified_gmt":"2024-06-26T19:50:57","slug":"the-dangers-of-drowsy-driving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/blog\/the-dangers-of-drowsy-driving\/","title":{"rendered":"The Dangers of Drowsy Driving"},"content":{"rendered":"
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We all know that falling asleep behind the wheel is extremely dangerous and can even be deadly. But did you know that operating a vehicle while tired can be just as dangerous, even if you\u2019re still awake? It\u2019s true. Drowsy driving can cause mental impairment just like drunk driving does. In fact, 24 hours of sleep deprivation has the same effects on your body as a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.10%!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, for many people, getting a good night\u2019s sleep is easy and drowsy driving is not an issue, but for a growing number of others, sleep deprivation has become a way of life. But it doesn\u2019t have to be that way. If you find yourself tired throughout the day despite getting at least eight hours of sleep, or struggle to stay asleep at night and muddle through the day overtired, you could be suffering from sleep apnea<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that occurs when the airway becomes obstructed during sleep. The most common type of sleep apnea is called obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA. OSA can be caused by many things, including genetics, age, and even weight. It is typically more common in overweight men over the age of 50, but it can affect anyone of any age or body type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the Signs of OSA?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When a person has OSA, they may experience the following symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n