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There are many benefits to a career as an independent contract trucker. You manage your own schedule, work independently from others, and spend your days enjoying the freedom of the open road. However, just like with any other career, truck drivers need to pay close attention to their wellbeing while on the job. Because your workplace is your own truck's cab, it's up to you to create safe and healthy habits. Take excellent care of yourself and your career with these health and wellness tips for professional truck drivers.

As the temperatures begin to rise and we officially kick off the summer season, it's only natural that we're going to be spending more time outdoors. But with the sun steadily beating down on us, there's something that we need to worry about more than getting sunburnt--dehydration. While becoming dehydrated might be nothing new to many individuals, this condition has a series of effects on the human body that can lead to additional health issues.

There comes a time every June when fathers across the country get to feel appreciated. Father's Day often includes cookouts, pool parties, throwing a ball around, or just general family time. While dads get to enjoy this time, everyone else is left wondering what to get him. Fortunately, these are the best gifts to get Dad for Father's Day so that you're not stuck emptyhanded when the time comes.

You may be surprised to learn that certain everyday activities that seniors already enjoy can help boost brain health and maintain memory. Seniors can also add new options to their repertoire to keep an alert and nimble mind as they age. Here are a few ways seniors can boost brain health.

Technology has done wonders for many people in many different areas of life, with major advancements in health, communication, the automotive industry--the list goes on. People have reaped quite a lot of benefits from technology, which has helped people communicate and get healthy.

In particular, technology has helped people with disabilities in a variety of ways. If you're interested in learning about this, take a look below, where we mention some of key developments in the innovative technology for those with disabilities. Read on!

Purchasing a used vehicle is a great way to save money and get a great deal. However, purchasing a used car can be risky. In some cases, used vehicles are more likely to have issues if the previous owner didn't take care of it properly, if it was involved in an accident, or simply because the vehicle is older and has become more run-down over time. Fortunately, there are several ways to avoid purchasing a problematic used vehicle. Before sealing the deal, here are some red flags when purchasing a used vehicle to watch out for.

You probably remember that watching TV was a family event when you were growing up. Everybody gathered around to watch The Andy Griffith Show, Perry Mason, The Brady Bunch, or whatever your family's show was. Not to mention, you had to get off the couch to adjust the volume or change the channel--crazy, isn't it? Nowadays, it seems like our TVs are never off. Watching TV isn't an exciting gathering anymore--it's just a routine. If that doesn't show how things have changed, you can even change the channel by talking to Alexa these days!

We are all doing what we can to limit the spread of COVID-19. With social distancing and staying at home, the risk of infection is less. The federal and state governments have ordered all non-essential businesses to close. This is necessary to reduce the risk of spreading and contracting the virus, and it's working. Unfortunately, though, millions of people have lost their jobs as a result of this. It's truly a double-edged sword scenario; if you lost your job, you are home safe from the virus but can't pay the bills.

Due to the outbreak of COVID-19, social distancing has become a necessary measure to help stop the spread of the disease. As a result, much of the population has spent a considerable amount of time cooped up inside. However, just because you are social distancing, that doesn't mean you can't go outside. There are many activities you can do in the outdoors without increasing your risk of catching COVID-19. Here are some enjoyable solitary activities to do outside while social distancing.

Insomnia is a prevalent and tormenting condition that causes restless nights in millions of people every year. According to Science Daily, roughly 25 percent of Americans experience insomnia every year. Habitual sleeplessness can have several causes. For example, stress, depression, or disruptions in one's circadian rhythm may increase one's risk of developing insomnia. In these challenging times, when anxiety levels are raised, insomnia is likely even more rampant.