What Do Taxi Drivers Know That Most People Don't
Taxi drivers are not all that different from the rest of us, but there are some things they have in common that most people don't. They are extremely polite and have a lot of experience. This article aims to help people understand a little bit more about these taxi drivers. Taxi Drivers Have Diabetes A new study has found that commercial taxi drivers are at a greater risk of diabetes than the general population. These drivers are almost twice as likely to be diagnosed as those without diabetes. This finding should raise awareness of the disease and encourage periodic health screenings among this sub-population. It also points to the need for improved diabetes management for this sub-population. Some taxi drivers are unaware of their condition and don't visit the doctor on a regular basis. However, they are not immune to other health risks. One initiative, which gives drivers pedometers, aims to change that perception. In addition to providing information about diabetes and othe...