Tag: Obesity
Trucking residents of a Florida neighborhood at the center of a truck parking drama say that the whole case is still a “convoluted mess” nearly a year after the enforcement officially started. The enforcement of a truck...
660 violations discovered during weeklong commercial vehicle and hazmat blitz on Arizona interstates
Arizona troopers uncovered hundreds of violations during a targeted enforcement effort on commercial vehicles hauling hazardous materials. According to a June 20 statement from the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) Highway Patrol, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement...
Healthcare Options for Truck Drivers
If you are a truck driver and don't have a family health care plan, what are some cost-efficient alternatives available to you? Many truckers don't know the answer.
Obese Organ Donors Turned Away
The rate of obesity is increasing at an alarming rate. Experts fear that high obesity rates will have a major impact on the number of organs available for donation.
Big Gulp Ban: Some Massachusetts Residents May Say Goodbye to Super-sized Sugary Beverages
A Big Gulp Ban? Following NYC Mayor Bloomberg, the mayor of Cambridge, Massachusetts is proposing a ban on giant sugary soft drink portion sizes, too.
Fat Tax Debate: Would You Eat Healthier?
The fat tax debate rages on. Find out how much extra many of your favorite snacks might cost you in extra taxes. Could a fat tax stop curb bad food choices?
Truckers, Want to Lose Weight? Want to Make Some Money?
Want to get paid to lose weight? Check out this exciting new, free program funded by the Healthy Trucking Association. There are no strings attached!
A Chemical You Ingest Each Day May Be Making You Fat
A chemical that you come into contact with daily, may be making you fat.
Lawsuit Claims Bias Against Disabled Drivers
A new lawsuit claims Celadon violated American's With Disabilities Act and Discriminated Against Would-Be Drivers. The answer may not be that simple.
Tricky Health Foods Truckers Should Avoid
Just because something is marketed as "Healthy" doesn't mean it's actually so. Find out what foods even fool the experts.
Small Diet Changes Make A Big Impact For Trucker’s Wife
Trucker's wife and partner sheds pounds and gets healthy while on the road with simple diet and Jillian Michaels 30-Day Shred - anyone can try!
TCA Offers Incentives for Truckers to Lose Weight
Truckload Carriers Association is putting their money where their mouth is regarding obesity and truck driver health. Find out just how much.
The War On Saggy Pajamas Intensifies
One Louisiana lawmaker has had enough of public pajama display. He says he'll create a ban on wearing them outside the home. We are not kidding.
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