Sleep is critically important
Employment health services consist of much more than drug testing,
physicals, and hearing tests. Employee education for a safer work environment
must be a crucial part of your program. Professional drivers such as long haul
truckers and delivery drivers know the rudiments of defensive driving. They are
also pretty well versed on the negative effects of drugs and alcohol. However,
when it comes to sleep habits, especially for long haul drivers on the road,
sleep may not be the first thing that comes to mind. The truth is that if you
drive for a living, not getting enough sleep is a major concern because it is one
of the biggest on-the-job hazards you face.
Good sleep is just
as important as eating proper and getting exercise. Your body is not dormant
when you are sleeping. In addition to resting, sleep is the main mechanism for repairing
damaged cells, digestion, and coping with stress. Without the proper amount of
sleep, drivers commonly experience:
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Slower reaction times
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Difficulty concentrating
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Mood swings
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Compromised immune system
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High blood pressure
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Metabolic disease
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Increased appetite
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Obesity
DOT Physicals and driver
services in Germantown, MD
Medical Access provides convenient walk-in care as an alternative to
long waits in the emergency room. Their friendly staff will carefully and quickly
assess your needs and provide the appropriate services, from preventive medicine to x-ray and lab services. Their facilities are fully staffed and
equipped in order to meet the demands of their patients and their healthcare
needs. Medical Access also presents the most complete Occupational Health
Services to serve the needs of the business community. The goal is to help
minimize lost work time and keep your employees healthy and working.
Dr. Manbir Takhar is the Chief Medical Officer, and has been associated
with Medical Access since 1999. She is qualified to treat almost any type of
injury or illness that may present itself. In addition to these qualifications,
she is also a Civil Surgeon and Medical Review Officer. This designation is
granted by the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service, making Medical
Access one of the select facilities for immigration physicals. Call them today
or simply drop in, as no appointment is needed to receive timely, quality
urgent care.
