Are older drivers really more dangerous? What can you do if you’re concerned about a loved one behind the wheel? The death of a young girl in Queensland on the weekend raises questions about elderly drivers.
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Are older drivers really more dangerous? The answer may surprise you
Are older drivers really more dangerous? What can you do if you’re concerned about a loved one behind the wheel? The death of a young girl in Queensland on the weekend raises questions about elderly drivers.
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Two months in town and this toddler has too much lead in her blood
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