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Diabetes is a complex medical condition that affects millions of Americans. Because it can lead to serious complications, which can come on suddenly and impact an individual's ability to drive, the Department of Transportation (DOT) did not allow those with...

Commercial drivers have to pass a DOT physical exam every two years. Nurse practitioners who have been certified to conduct medical exams by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) ensure that drivers are healthy and capable of handling the demands of...

You’ve got 12 hours of driving ahead of you; you know it will be late before you can get some sleep. Grabbing an energy drink while you fill up your truck seems like a no-brainer. That extra caffeine jolt will keep you awake and power you through a long shift. But...

As a commercial driver, your health is one of your most valuable assets. It enables you to safely perform your job. Prioritizing your health will not only keep you safe and prolong your career, but it will also protect other drivers on the road. Smoking might seem...

What is a DOT Medical Card, and Who Needs One? A DOT medical card is a certification provided by a qualified and registered DOT medical examiner that says you are physically and mentally capable of safely operating a commercial motor vehicle. Getting a medical...

We currently face a shortage of tens of thousands of drivers across various industries in the United States. The American Trucking Association expects that by 2030, the trucking industry could be short 160,000 drivers.1 The continued explosion of e-commerce means that...

A spirometry test is not required as a part of every CDL medical exam. But if your doctor has any concerns about your lung function, they may ask you to take one. If you’ve never taken a spirometry test, you might feel concerned about the testing procedure and what it...

For Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated employers, random drug and alcohol testing is both a requirement and a responsibility. Even in non-DOT-regulated industries, such as health care and construction, random drug testing is a best practice that keeps...