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Digital tools keep track of truckers’ health

WebDigital tools keep track of truckers’ health. by Leo Barros January 31, 2023. Research indicates that cardiac disease, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, sleep apnea, …

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Mental health a growing focus in trucking's health and wellness

Webby Krystyna Shchedrina November 6, 2023. Employee health and wellness programs have been on the trucking industry’s radar for some time. However, fleets are …

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Truck driver eating habits can be linked to mental health

WebTruck driver eating habits can be linked to mental health. by Krystyna Shchedrina September 19, 2023. Talk about truck driver health often focuses on …

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6 ways to maintain mental health on the road

WebDriving a truck can be a lonely job. It’s all too easy for mental health challenges to creep up on a trucker as the miles roll by. Mieka Forte, a clinical director and …

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Hidden mental health challenges come at a cost for trucking …

WebAccording to Blount, the average WSIB claim for mental disorders and illnesses can cost $35,000 to $47,000, and lead to between 161 and 172 lost workdays. …

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Pandemic has taken toll on drivers’ physical and mental health

WebA Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) survey of 35 carriers employing more than 12,000 drivers found only 60 got the virus – an infection rate of just 0.5%. Peel …

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200 drivers to participate in digital health research project

WebMoncton University researcher Dr. Jalila Jbilou and her team will work with 200 professional truck drivers on a real-world and real-time digital health project, …

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Carriers recognizing importance of driver health and …

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 …

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How truck drivers can exercise on the road

WebEach person is unique and must figure out the ideal time to work out. If a driver has a long day, stretching to relax and get rid of the aches and pains is …

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Take care of your kidneys

WebHealth experts recommend exercising every day enough to get a little out of breath – for around 30 minutes. Improve the circulation to your kidneys and lower …

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Truck driver mental health a victim of ‘toxic masculinity’

WebCanada’s truck drivers are facing more than their share of mental health challenges in an industry dominated by men and isolated jobs. “Suicide and mental …

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Mental health issues impacting trucking industry

WebTrucking poses several risk factors when it comes to mental and physical health issues. Long driving shifts, disrupted sleep patterns, social isolation, and delivery …

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The Coach: Andrea Morley

WebAndrea Morley’s mission is to help truckers conquer the energy drain by making healthy lifestyle choices along the way. She is the lead nutritionist and health …

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Tackle drowsy driving with sleep strategies, diagnosed conditions

WebLow-quality sleep affects driver reaction times and decisions, making it harder to maintain speed and road positions, while also affecting physical and mental …

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DriverCheck expands Kitchener clinic

WebTrucking news from the editors of Today's Trucking. DriverCheck has opened an expanded Kitchener, Ont., clinic adding 1,000 sq.-ft. featuring larger exam rooms and …

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Insurers assure truckers coverage includes Covid-19

Webby James Menzies March 20, 2020 @JamesMenzies. TORONTO, Ont. – Truckers have been assured they will be covered by life and health insurers’ out-of-country medical …

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Breathing dangerous diesel fumes

WebDiesel exhaust, a specific type of diesel fume, has more negative health effects than regular diesel fumes. Short-term exposure can irritate your eyes, nose, throat and lungs; it can …

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Marijuana legalization, testing approaches contributes to truck …

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 …

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