The most serious social consequence is the increased risk of road traffic accidents from lack of concentration and sleepiness when driving. It is a serious criminal offence to drive when sleepy leading to a lengthy term of imprisonment if convicted of causing harm, and there are specific guidelines produced on medical conditions by the
Drivers and Vehicle Licensing Agency.
Diagnosed Obstructive Sleep Apnoea should be notified to the DVLA by law. Advice about reporting medical problems to the DVLA is available
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