DRIVING DUBAI-SHARJAH ROUTE? EXPERT WARNS OF ROAD FATIGUE

FROM SLEEP TIPS TO SUHOOR CHOICES, HERE'S HOW TO STAY ALERT

- BY ASHWANI KUMAR Chief Reporter

Long hours on the road while fasting during Ramadan can take a serious toll on drivers' alertness, particularly during heavy traffic commutes such as the Sharjah-DubaiSharjah route, said UAE medical experts.

Dr Adel Al Sisi, Chief Medical Officer and Head of ICU at Prime Hospital, Dubai, highlighted the physiological impact of fasting on drivers. "From a medical perspective, fasting can lead to lower blood sugar levels and mild dehydration, particularly later in the day.

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