The physical and mental health of Australian truck drivers: a national cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The negative health consequences of truck driving are well documented. However, despite the distinct occupational challenges between long- and short-haul driving, limited research has been conducted on how the health profile of these drivers differ. The aims of this study were to characterise the physical and mental health of Australian truck drivers overall, and to identify any differences in factors influencing the health profile of long-haul compared to short-haul drivers.

Design, setting, and participants

In this cross-sectional study, 1390 Australian truck drivers completed an online survey between August 2019 and May 2020. Questions included validated measures of psychological distress, general health, work ability and health-related quality-of-life. Partici

SUBMITTER: van Vreden C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8903653 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature