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Nevada Extreme Heat Warning: Tips for Staying Safe on the Road

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning in Nevada.

How Truck Drivers Can Protect Their Skin from UV Rays on the Road

Chronic exposure to UVA rays isn’t just about getting a tan—learn how to protect your skin from the sun’s rays while on the road.

Drive your stress away: techniques for truck drivers

Approximately 75% of truck drivers report feeling emotionally stressed at work, and very few have the tools to cope with these situations or seek help.

Health initiatives for truckers in the U.S.

On World Health Day 2026, we want to highlight the importance of health for truck drivers through health initiatives made for them.

How to prevent allergies and flu on the road

Here are some measures to stay healthy and reduce, as much as possible, the risk of seasonal allergies as a trucker.

Truck drivers are at high risk of developing diabetes

About 11% of the adult population meets the criteria for prediabetes, and there is a particular group at high risk: truck drivers. Diabetes rates in the United States have increased over the past decade, particularly type 2 diabetes. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 15% of adults in […]

Truck driver stress impacting road safety

68% of truck drivers say that work stress negatively affects their performance. A report published in February by the fleet management platform Geotab has highlighted the need for the transportation industry to provide more support to truck drivers on mental health and work-related stress issues. The study, titled “The ripple effects of driver stress on […]

Supporting truck drivers’ mental health

The elevated anxiety and depression levels among drivers highlight the urgent need for mental health support and attention September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and providing resources for those facing these challenges as well as their loved ones. This month focuses on creating community tools, offering education, and supporting […]

Strategies for stress-free truck driving

Long driving hours, strict schedules and adverse road conditions contribute to a constant load of stress and fatigue Driving stress can arise from various sources and significantly impact our experience behind the wheel. Truck drivers, in particular, face daily stressors due to job demands. Long hours on the road, strict schedule adherence, heavy traffic, and […]

Managing chronic low back pain: exercises for truckers

For truck drivers, prolonged hours of driving in the same position can lead to serious back problems like chronic low back pain Chronic low back pain is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, affecting physical ability, sleep, work participation, school, and personal relationships. Low back pain is common and can affect people of […]