
Wellness Advocate Inspires Truck Drivers to Stay Fit and Healthy
May 27, 2026
From Trucker to Health Advocate Bob Perry felt destined for a life in trucking, shaped by a family legacy of over 60 years of combined driving experience. Born in northeast Ohio, he joined the family tradition in 1972, taking the wheel of his first truck. However, after a year of driving, Bob realized that trucking […]
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Active at 83: Choosing to Work and Stay Engaged
March 11, 2026
This essay, based on an interview with Barbara Ford, an 83-year-old registered nurse and patient advocate, highlights her unique experiences. Ford’s husband worked into his 80s until health concerns prompted his retirement. The following content has been edited for brevity and clarity. A nurse’s role is to assist those in need. Sharing knowledge is crucial; […]
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Stay Safe This Winter: Spot the Signs of Dangerous Road Conditions
January 14, 2026
Winter Begins on December 21 Saturday, December 21, will officially mark the start of winter in the northern hemisphere, also recognized as the shortest day of the year. Early Winter Weather for Truck Drivers While December 21 signifies the arrival of winter, many areas in North America have already seen challenging winter conditions. Numerous truck […]
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Essential Tips for Truckers to Stay Focused on the Road
January 11, 2026
When driving at 70 miles per hour, you cover almost 105 feet each second. If you take your eyes off the road—whether to glance at a billboard, an accident, a mirror, or the infotainment screen—you’ll travel that distance without seeing what’s ahead. If you let your gaze wander for just five seconds, you’ve driven nearly […]
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Stay Safe This Tornado Season with These Essential Tips
December 24, 2025
For those skeptical about the arrival of severe weather season, recent events in the eastern U.S. in mid-March prove otherwise. During a span of three days, almost 100 tornadoes were observed across 13 states from the Great Plains to Pennsylvania, tragically resulting in over 40 fatalities. Some tornadoes were so intense they uprooted buildings, severing […]
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Stay Fit, Stay Safe: Celebrating September’s Healthy Truck Driver
December 14, 2025
Meeting Attila Gyorfi I first met Attila Gyorfi a year and a half ago when he accepted one of my fitness challenges. This gave me insight into his commitment to both his profession and his health while traveling. A Milestone in Driving Recently, Attila celebrated 20 years of driving, achieving over 2 million miles without […]
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Beating the Heat: How Food Truckers Stay Cool This Summer
June 29, 2025
Beat the Summer Heat in Food Trucks SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — As summer temperatures rise, outdoor workers are finding ways to cope, especially those operating food trucks, where conditions can become even more intense. Risks of Heat-Related Illnesses According to the Cleveland Clinic, reaching a body temperature of 104 degrees can result in heat […]
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Move Over and Stay Safe: A Father’s Plea After Tragic Loss
May 27, 2025
Father Advocates for Tow Truck Driver Safety After Son’s Tragic Death HASTINGS, Mich. (WOOD) — A father from West Michigan is striving to increase awareness about highway safety for tow truck drivers following the tragic death of his son last November. Twenty-five-year-old Keagan Spencer lost his life after stopping his tow truck to assist a […]
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Stay Fit on the Road: A Trucker’s Guide to Health and Wellness
March 27, 2025
Recognizing the Importance of Truck Drivers The COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting supply chain crisis highlighted the crucial role truck drivers play in our daily lives. Many Americans came to understand for the first time that everything available in stores—from food to everyday items—was transported by truckers. However, data from the CDC indicates that truck […]
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