Donald Trump’s doctor says the oldest man to be elected president is “fully fit” to serve as commander in chief as the White House released the results of Trump’s physical exam from Friday.

Trump is 78, and his physician, Navy Capt. Sean Barbabella, cited what he said is Trump’s “active lifestyle” and said it “continues to contribute significantly” to the Republican president’s well-being. Trump turns 79 on June 14.

In a report released Sunday, the doctor said in a summary that Trump is “fully fit to execute the duties of Commander-in-Chief and Head of State.”

The results showed Trump has dropped 20 pounds since his last physical as president in 2020. He weighed 244 pounds back then and is now down to 224 pounds.

Barbabella said Trump’s days include participating in multiple meetings, public appearances, media availabilities and “frequent victories in golf events.” Trump is an avid golfer and said he recently won tournaments played at clubs he owns in Florida.

Trump’s cholesterol levels have improved over time, helped by the medications rosuvastatin and ezetimibe.

At his physical in January 2018, his total cholesterol was 223. In early 2019, the reading came in at 196 and it stood at 167 in 2020. Today it is 140. Ideally, total cholesterol should be less than 200.

His blood pressure was 128 over 74. That is considered elevated, and people in that situation are likely to develop high blood pressure unless steps are taken to control the condition.

Trump has a resting heart rate of 62 beats per minute, in line with previous tests. A normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 beats to 100 beats per minute, and generally, a lower rate implies better cardiovascular fitness.

Trump also takes aspirin, which can reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.

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Republished with permission of The Associated Press.

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Trucking isn’t all about driving and the Florida Trucking Association (FTA) is launching a new campaign to get more people into the industry.

The “Jobs Beyond the Wheel” campaign is gearing up as the FTA wants to expand access to a comprehensive workforce in the trucking world in Florida that involves many positions that aren’t all driving big rigs. The FTA acknowledges there is a “critical shortage of skilled workers” and is seeking to draw more professionals into trucking jobs.

“Every truck on Florida’s roadways represents a team of skilled professionals making it all possible,” said Alix Miller, President and CEO of Florida Trucking Association. “The trucking industry offers exciting, high-earning careers, many of which we want to highlight. The campaign includes first-hand accounts from employees about the skills and paths they’ve developed. We want to showcase the dynamic opportunities for Floridians to discover how their talents fit in this essential industry where innovation meets opportunity.”

FTA officials point out that all aspects of the trucking industry supports just about every aspect of commerce in Florida. The new program that involves a new interactive website that demonstrates the multiple layers of the trucking industry and promotes different career opportunities  in the field.

The website is more than just a promotional tool. It also includes career information, training resources, job listings and connections to companies employing trucking-related employees throughout the state. Many of those employees are hiring many positions that are well outside of driving.

Some of the jobs include diesel technicians who maintain and repair trucks. Manufacturing specialist positions are also needed for making parts for repairs. Brokers and customer operations professionals are also needed to manage customer relations and scheduling duties. Human resources, transportation attorneys, safety professionals and public relations and communications experts are also desired to help promote the industry.

“’Jobs Beyond the Wheel’ showcases different roles and people driving the trucking industry — for those looking for a job today, to college students looking at opportunities after graduation,” said Elizabeth Emmanuel, Vice President of Public Affairs at FTA and creative director of the project. “Whatever stage of life, or level of education, we want people to think of the transportation sector as a compelling career choice.”

 The campaign is also funded in part by FloridaCommerce, the state business development agency.

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