Insight into Vision Disorders: Their Role in Traffic Accidents

Author(s): Kavitha Rani V, Kaviya R, Dr. N Shanmughavadiv and Dr. R Arjunan

Abstract:

Road accidents will kill 1.35 billion people worldwide by 2030, or 3,700 each day, according to the WHO. Some estimates put vision impairment at blame for 20% of car accidents (WHO, 2021). Uncorrected refractive problems, cataracts, and age-related macular degeneration cause most vision loss. Safe driving requires good visual, mental, and motor skills. Good eyesight not only involves 20/20 vision but also depth perception, contrast sensitivity, peripheral vision, and colour vision. Poor vision makes it harder to see traffic signs, other vehicles, and barriers, making drivers more prone to crash. Vision impairments and their impact on crashes can be treated to prevent traffic injuries and make roads safer for everyone, due to the risk they pose to themselves and others, several governments do not allow visually impaired drivers to drive. There are specific visual problems that can make driving unsafe or impossible. If India enforced eye tests every five years, visually impaired drivers may be recognised and cured before driving. This would significantly advance the fight against impaired driving due to poor eyesight. Treatments for weak eyesight may enhance driving safety, according to one study. Getting one's vision tested is one of the best ways to make the roads safer and decrease accidents.

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