Health
TA hires executive chef to ‘enhance’ food at full-service truck stop restaurants
This week, TravelCenters of America (TA) announced a new effort to improve the menu offerings at the company's truck stop locations.
17 million CPAP masks recalled for ‘serious’ safety issue involving magnets
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recalled millions of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) masks due to "serious safety concerns."
White House announces sweeping plan to slash emissions from ‘dirty diesel trucks’
Protection Agency (EPA) announced a major plan to curb emissions from heavy duty trucks.
Truckers facing ‘significant challenges and frustration’ finding drug and alcohol testing services, group warns
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is issuing a warning to federal regulators regarding difficulty that truck drivers are having finding reliable drug and alcohol testing services due to supply issues.
Vaccine mandates are here — This is how truck drivers and trucking companies are responding
f a federal vaccine mandate affecting tens of millions of workers upended the trucking industry, sending some drivers spiraling and some companies scrambling for a response to a nearly impossible situation.
Trucker takes legal action against CPAP manufacturer after he says recall left him disqualified to drive
A truck driver is pursuing legal action against a medical device manufacturer after the device was recalled for cancer risks, leaving him reportedly unable...
Here’s what truckers need to know about heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke
As temperatures rise during the summer, truckers are often exposed to dangerously hot conditions that can lead to heat-related illnesses -- here's what you...
Company recalls millions of sleep apnea machines due to cancer and other health risks
A major medical device manufacturer has issued a recall of CPAP machines for sleep apnea sufferers due to potential health risks.
Truckers, do you have a ‘buddy plan?’ If not, this might convince you.
A recent Facebook post provides truckers with potentially life-saving advice about building a safety network while you're out on the road.
VIDEO: Not sure how to tackle working out in your truck? This guy might inspire your next workout.
A trucker demonstrates an in-cab workout routine in this useful video. In the clip, the driver gets straight to the point - no intro, no...
Lose weight and move freight with these trucker inspired workouts
One trucker is on a mission to help drivers stay healthy and happy while on the road through fitness and diet recommendations catered specifically...
Can truckers use CBD products? Here’s what you need to know.
As more “Cannabidiol” or CBD products come onto the market, a growing number of truckers are looking into whether using CBD could put their...