The trucking industry is by far one of the most important employers in the world, which means that many people have a job thanks to freight transportation. Men and women are essential to the transportation of goods over long distances. They spend days, weeks, and even months at a time on the road. It’s a rewarding job, which comes with travel and a lot of autonomy, but it takes hard work and dedication. Regrettably, it can take a toll on the health. Drivers are forced to work in singular conditions that present health and safety challenges.  Long-haul truck driver expectanc ...   read more