DriveSafe and DriveAware Assessment Tools Are a Measure of Driving-Related Function and Predicts Self-Reported Restriction for Older Drivers.

Safety concerns together with aging of the driving population has prompted research into clinic-based driving assessments. This study investigates the relationship between the DriveSafe and DriveAware assessments and restriction of driving. Community-dwelling adults aged more than 75 (n = 380) were recruited in New South Wales, Australia.

Investigating cataract referral practices used by Australian optometrists.

Background: The patient pathway to cataract surgery in Australia generally begins with optometric services; however, little is known about the cataract surgery referral criteria used by optometrists in Australia.

Methods: Members of Optometrists Association Australia were invited to complete an online survey in April 2013. The survey elicited information on practice demographics, professional characteristics of optometrists and cataract surgery referral considerations.