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Be prepared for Daylight Saving Time
When you turn your clocks ahead, it's a sign that spring is just around the corner. It also means that your body will need to adjust to the time change.
Studies have shown there's a higher risk of road crashes in the first day or two after the change to Daylight Saving Time in the spring. Here are some tips to help your body deal with the time change:
- Starting tonight, go to bed 15 minutes earlier and by Sunday's time change you will be back on schedule.
- Set your clocks ahead by one hour on Saturday night and go to bed at your normal time.
- Set your alarm and avoid sleeping in.
Follow these tips so you remain alert while driving and reduce your risk on the road.
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