What drinking does to your driving ability


Had a couple of drinks, but still think you’re sober enough to drive yourself home? Alcohol actually impairs the part of your brain that judges your level of sobriety first, so you’re unable to judge yourself accurately. — Filepic

The rising cases of driving under the influence (DUI) incidents in Malaysia is not merely a legal crisis, it is a public health emergency.

Understanding the “neurological hijacking” that occurs during intoxication is vital for every driver.

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