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Truck driver eating habits can be linked to mental health

(9 days ago) WebBut the root of these problems might lie deeper than extended time in a driver’s seat. Sometimes, the issues can be linked to mental health. A 2014 survey by …

https://www.trucknews.com/health-safety/truck-driver-eating-habits-can-be-linked-to-mental-health/1003178210/

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Health And Wellness Center For Truck Drivers HTA

(6 days ago) WebHealthy Trucking Of America (HTA) launched a health and wellness center for truck drivers and started working with Healthbot to re-imagine how we provide …

https://www.healthytruck.org/health-and-wellness-center/

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Driver Health and Wellness Hub American Trucking …

(1 days ago) Webserve truck drivers and increase healthy living across the trucking industry. The health and wellness. programs, which have been offered by St. Christopher to Class A, over-the-road (OTR) truck drivers with. a …

https://www.trucking.org/health

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'A lonely profession': How COVID-19 took a toll on drivers' mental …

(7 days ago) WebCOVID-19 takes a toll on mental health across the U.S. Respondents’ mental health conditions, reported in June 2020. Symptoms of anxiety or depressive disorder. …

https://www.truckingdive.com/news/truck-driver-mental-health-pandemic/618424/

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Carriers recognizing importance of driver health and …

(7 days ago) WebMaris Bourdin, manager of human resources for Sutco, told Today’s Trucking that all company field supervisors are required to conduct one-on-one wellness calls with drivers. “In many industries, including …

https://www.trucknews.com/features/carriers-recognizing-importance-of-driver-health-and-wellness/

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Truck driver mental health a victim of ‘toxic masculinity’ - Truck …

(9 days ago) WebIn a 2012 study by Shattell and Apostolopoulos, truck drivers were found to be at a higher risk of loneliness (27.9%), depression (26.9%), chronic sleep disturbances …

https://www.trucknews.com/transportation/truck-driver-mental-health-a-victim-of-toxic-masculinity/1003155858/

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Skin, Musculoskeletal Health Essential for Truck Drivers

(3 days ago) WebWhen truck driver health care comes to mind, most think of cardiovascular or weight issues. However, skin care and musculoskeletal well-being are also growing concerns. As for skin care, the

https://www.ttnews.com/articles/skin-musculoskeletal-health-essential-truck-drivers

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For Truck Drivers Across the U.S., Major Change Is …

(8 days ago) WebDriving a truck is incredibly dangerous, and tired drivers exacerbate the problem. In 2020, 4,842 large trucks were involved in fatal crashes — and 107,000 in crashes that resulted in injury

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/04/business/truck-driver-shortage-support.html

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The Real Reason America Doesn’t Have Enough Truck …

(Just Now) WebA 1,000-mile journey through the middle of America reveals the fundamental reason for truck driver shortages: It is a job full of stress, physical deprivation and loneliness. Stephen Graves at a

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/09/business/truck-driver-shortage.html

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As the Trucking Bubble Bursts, Independent Drivers Struggle TIME

(1 days ago) WebA truck drives by stored truck trailers at the Port of Oakland on March 2, 2023. Justin Sullivan—Getty Images. By Alana Semuels. September 13, 2023 8:00 AM …

https://time.com/6313178/trucking-bubble-has-burst/

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Health - Long-Haul Truck Drivers NIOSH CDC

(Just Now) WebLong-haul truck drivers may develop health problems because of their work environment. If they get a medical condition that affects their ability to drive, it could cost …

https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/truck/health.html

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The Most Surprising Truck Driver Health Statistics And Trends in …

(9 days ago) WebAround 26% of truck drivers suffer from sleep apnea, contributing to excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue. This statistic is a stark reminder of the importance of truck driver …

https://www.healthytruck.org/the-most-surprising-truck-driver-health-statistics-and-trends-in-2023/

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Poor truck driver health: Deadly health perils for truckies exposed …

(8 days ago) WebDeadly perils for truckies exposed in driver health study. It can be extremely tough, dirty and dangerous work. Factor in long hours, stress and potentially fatal levels of fatigue, and …

https://www.9news.com.au/health/truck-driver-truckies-health-and-death-risk-revealed-in-monash-university-study/17dcb41e-337f-4750-bd10-8ba12ae021d8

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driver health Archives - Truck News

(4 days ago) WebHuman Resources; 200 drivers to participate in digital health research project August 25, 2022. Moncton University researcher Dr. Jalila Jbilou and her team will work with 200 …

https://www.trucknews.com/tag/driver-health/

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Truck driver health: 3 ways to eat healthy on the go

(5 days ago) WebYour health is in your hands, and every healthy decision counts! Hope Zvara is the CEO of Mother Trucker Yoga, a company devoted to improving truck drivers’ …

https://www.thetrucker.com/trucking-news/perspective/mind-over-matter-by-hope-zvara/truck-driver-health-3-ways-to-eat-healthy-on-the-go

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Health Programs To Fix Truck Drivers Shortage & Its Causes HTA

(8 days ago) WebSince 1997, HTA has made its sole aim that of striving to improve the health and wellness of truck drivers, both independent owner/operators and fleet drivers. HTA has served the …

https://www.healthytruck.org/truck-drivers-health-program/

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Truck Driver Health and Safety » CBIA

(7 days ago) WebKey health findings of the survey were: Seven in ten long-haul truck drivers were obese (BMI of 30 or higher): twice the number of U.S. adult workers that were …

https://www.cbia.com/news/hr-safety/truck-driver-health-and-safety/

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Marijuana legalization, testing approaches contributes to truck …

(5 days ago) Webby Krystyna Shchedrina June 8, 2023. A new report by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is raising concerns that current approaches to drug testing and …

https://www.trucknews.com/health-safety/marijuana-legalization-testing-approaches-contributes-to-truck-driver-shortage-atri/1003175745/

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American Crisis - Health of our Nation's Truck Drivers

(2 days ago) Webat. By. Steward Levy. , at. In America, nearly 1 of every 15 people in the workforce is employed in the trucking industry, including over 7 million truck drivers on our roads. Due …

https://www.corporatewellnessmagazine.com/article/american-crisis-health-of-our-nation-s-truck-drivers

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Are motor carriers responsible for their drivers’ health?

(5 days ago) WebA driver’s motor carrier has the responsibility to ensure the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examiner is informed of the minimum medical …

https://www.thetrucker.com/trucking-news/perspective/staying-fit-on-the-road-by-bob-perry/are-motor-carriers-responsible-for-their-drivers-health

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