Driving and vision

In the news

The College of Optometrists has collaborated with the RAC on its latest research into the issue of headlight glare. Under-35s, and those in conventional height vehicles, are more likely to say headlights are too bright, though three-in-10 SUV drivers still say most are.

Podcast episode

Podcast: College Clinical Adviser Denise Voon MCOptom speaks to Mike Bowen, Director of Knowledge and Research at the College about the current research regarding LED headlights.

Guidance

Guidance for optometrists on examining patience who drive.

Latest from Acuity

In each issue, Acuity poses a topical question to a panel of members.

More articles on driving

Clinical files: A group 2 driver has been referred to you for a VA check - should you do a full sight test?

Here we summarise three research papers from a recent issue of Optometry in Practice.

The College has responded to a consultation on disclosing confidential information about patients.

Clinical files: My elderly patient may attempt suicide after finding out they no longer meet the driving vision standard, what should I do?

From ocular allergy, through cosmetics and genetic disorders of the anterior eye, to driving without spectacle correction.

Given that optometrists have a key role in ensuring their patients drive with their glasses, it is important to understand why patients choose not to drive with their best vision. This article provides a summary of a study addressing this key issue.

The clinical figures that count

Dr David Robert Grimes looks at the eye health issues that are making the news.

Guidance on current visual acuity standards for driving in the UK and advising patients on their fitness to drive.