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The World Health Organization estimates occupational health risks is one of the leading cause of morbidity and mortality Many drivers spend most of their daily life on the road. This means they get to see more of the world and enjoy a rewarding career. It also means that they spend a large portion of our lives in a seated position with minimal movement. This makes it difficult to keep their health in good order. The job of the auto driver involves high stress which causes in numerable diseases. He has to deal with other errant drivers on the road. The process of maneuvering the school bus through traffic jams and road accidents is extremely stressful. Drivers have to drive the auto safely through the busiest streets in the cities through peak hour. Drivers reported substantial prevalence of sinus problems, back pain, migraine headaches, and hypertension. Drivers ignored symptoms or self-medicated when working, more than 40% expressed dissatisfaction with health care while "on the road."