As a truck driver, it can be difficult to maintain a healthy diet while on the road. Fast food restaurants are often the most convenient option, but they’re also known for their unhealthy choices. However, with a few simple tweaks, truck drivers can make fast food healthier and still enjoy the convenience of eating on […]
It’s no secret truck drivers do not always get enough movement day-to-day. The best way to avoid blood clots and hypertension is by stretching! This non-comprehensive list of stretches is something you could do all from the comfort of your driver’s seat (but please, proceed with caution, and do not perform the stretches while the […]
What’s New?Mental health issues in truck drivers are not a thing of the past, if anything it is more prevalent and more dangerous than it has ever been.According to the CDC, there are five major industry groups with the highest suicide rate, transportation workers rank at number five. We’ve compiled a list of things you can […]
What’s New? Meta-analysis suggests about 40% of people below the age of 25 have hypertension, which in 2015, was about 1 billion people worldwide. Hypertension is the most critical risk factor for premature cardiovascular disease and accounts for 50% of all ischemic heart disease and stroke events. Many different things cause hypertension, also known as […]
What’s New?According to the CDC, 70 million Americans suffer from some sort of sleep-related disorder. Roughly 80 sleep disorders have been noted and the most common amongst truck drivers is obstructed sleep apnea. OSA is the most widespread sleep disorder in truck drivers according to Rodolfo Giacoman, fatigue management program specialist for Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.Bob […]