Ep. 55 Did you know that driving while sleep-deprived can be as dangerous as driving under the influence? In this episode of The Doze Podcast, host Soda Kuczkowski tackles a hidden yet life-threatening issue on our roads: drowsy driving. With over half of U.S. drivers admitting they’ve driven while dangerously tired, it’s time to face the risks and get real about the consequences. Join certified sleep coach and sleep health educator, Soda as she breaks down the science behind drowsy driving, including how sleep deprivation affects reaction time, awareness, and judgment. Learn about the red flags to watch for, practical steps to avoid driving while fatigued, and essential strategies to keep yourself and others safe. Whether you’re a daily commuter, shift worker, or planning a road trip, this episode is your guide to staying alert and safe on the road.

What’s Inside?

💤 Why staying awake for 18 hours mirrors a BAC of 0.05%

💤 Essential signs of drowsiness and how to combat them

💤 Practical tips to stay alert and drive safely

Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation during National Drowsy Driving Prevention Week—because driving tired isn’t just risky for you; it’s a hazard to everyone on the road.

Resources:

Shop - The Doze Sleep Tools

National Drowsy Driving Prevention Week

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Ep. 29 - Set It & Forget It: A Guide to Crafting Your Ideal Sleep Sanctuary

Ep. 40 - 7 Essential Tools to Optimize Shift Worker Sleep

Ep.54 - The Sleep Survival Guide for First Responders

Chapters:

0:00 The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation on Driving Performance

1:21 Prevention of Drowsy Driving

5:04 Tragic Consequences

6:08 Recognizing and Mitigating Risks of Drowsy Driving

9:40 Safe Driving Tips to Combat Fatigue and Impairment

10:54 Managing Fatigue and Preventing Drowsy Driving

12:21 Daylight Saving Time Changes Impact Sleep and Driving Safety

13:24 Promoting Safe Driving by Preventing Drowsy Driving

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