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Truck drivers face higher risks of obesity, sleep apnea, and high blood pressure due to long hours on the road. Learn the most common health risks CDL drivers face and simple daily habits that help support long-term health and career longevity.

February 4, 2026

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Top Health Risks Truck Drivers Face and Simple Daily Habits That Help

Truck drivers keep America moving, but long hours on the road come with unique health challenges that build up over time. Sitting for extended ...

Pilot launches its 2026 Heart Month campaign to support heart disease and stroke prevention, aiming to raise one million dollars through in-store and app-based donations that benefit the American Heart Association and Heart & Stroke, with a focus on helping truck drivers and traveling families.

February 4, 2026

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Pilot’s Heart Month Campaign Turns Truck Stops into Life-Saving Support for Drivers and Families

Heart disease and stroke remain two of the biggest health threats facing Americans, including those who spend long hours behind the wheel. This year, ...

September 10, 2025

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St. Christopher Fund Provides Free Health Resources for Truck Drivers

Truck drivers face unique health challenges that can be preventable but still take them off the road, affecting both their well-being and their work. ...

August 22, 2025

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CVTA and Mother Trucker Yoga Launch CDL Wellness Academy to Support Professional Drivers

The Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) has teamed up with Hope Zvara, founder of Mother Trucker Yoga, to roll out a new wellness program ...

July 16, 2025

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How to Build a Sleeper Setup That Helps You Rest and Stay Safe on the Road

If you’ve spent many nights on the road, you know how hard it can be to really get solid sleep in your sleeper cab. ...

July 14, 2025

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Simple Ways Truck Drivers Can Actually Stay Healthy On The Road

Let’s be real — being a truck driver means long hours sitting, odd schedules, and not always the best food choices. Staying healthy isn’t ...

June 9, 2025

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SCF Heart and Sole Virtual 5k Promotes Health and Wellness for Over-the-Road Drivers

The Heart and Sole Virtual 5k by St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund (SCF) aims to enhance the health and well-being of America’s over-the-road drivers ...

April 21, 2025

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Over $13,500 Raised for St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund at MATS

A silent auction at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) successfully raised over $13,500 to support the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund, providing crucial financial ...

April 2, 2025

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Hope Zvara Honored for Revolutionizing Wellness in Trucking

For years, truck drivers have faced a tough reality when it comes to health and wellness. Long hours behind the wheel, limited access to ...

Lofta has partnered with the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association (PMTA) to offer truck drivers at-home sleep apnea testing and treatment. This collaboration prioritizes driver health, safety, and compliance with federal regulations, ensuring access to convenient care solutions.

February 25, 2025

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Lofta Teams Up with PMTA to Simplify Sleep Apnea Care for Truck Drivers

Lofta has announced an exciting collaboration with the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association (PMTA) to provide truck drivers with simplified, at-home sleep apnea testing and ...