Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Health Ministry
June 2006 - Tips for Safe Driving
Get a good night’s sleep before hitting the road
Plan to drive during the times you’re normally awake
Take a mid-afternoon break and sleep between midnight and six a.m.
Try to drive with a companion. Talk to each other and share the driving
Schedule a break every two hours or every 100 miles
Be on the lookout for early warning signs of drowsiness: difficulty focusing, keeping your head up, stopping yawning, thinking clearly, remembering the last few miles, and staying in your lane
-From the National Sleep Foundation
Submitted by Brenda Kessler RN
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Last Updated: 06/28/06 07:09 PM