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The number of drivers with dementia in Ontario is projected to increase by over 200% by 2046. This study forecasts a significant rise in drivers with dementia, highlighting the need for public health and safety planning.

Keywords:

Alzheimer's disease automobile driving dementia epidemiology

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Background:

Driving skill decline is a known issue for individuals with dementia.
Accurate projections are needed to plan for future needs.

Purpose of the Study:

To estimate and forecast the number of drivers with dementia in Ontario, Canada.
To consider sex differences and driving cessation rates in dementia patients.

Main Methods:

Utilized historical provincial licensing data and population projections.
Incorporated dementia prevalence estimates from the Alzheimer's Society of Canada's Landmark study.
Conducted sensitivity analyses for sex differences and driving cessation assumptions.

Main Results:

Forecasted approximately 154,000 drivers with dementia in Ontario by 2046.
Estimated a 221% to 226% increase in drivers with dementia over two decades.
Modeled that females cease driving at twice the rate of males.

Conclusions:

Dementia prevalence is increasing, leading to a projected surge in drivers with dementia.
Highlights the need for enhanced health and public services for cognitively impaired drivers.
Emphasizes the importance of early detection of driving impairment and alternative transportation solutions.