Along with a steady increase in the United States of prescription drug abuse is another growing problem that can affect the well-being of everyone, not just those doing drugs. Because there are more drug users, there are more drug users behind the wheel of vehicles.
New government statistics reveal just how much of a problem drugged driving has become.
According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration's (NHTSA) Fatal Accident Reporting System (FARS) census, one of every three people involved in fatal traffic crashes in 2009 who had toxicology tests had drugs in their system.
Increase in Drugged Drivers
Although the number of drivers killed in highway crashes has declined over the last five years, the number of fatal crashes involving drugs has increased five percent. These statistics include illegal substances as well as over-the-counter and prescription medications.
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