So what’s the big deal with making meaningful social connections? Well, actually it’s a very important factor to your health. Several studies have found a correlation between a healthy social life and physical health, mental health, healthy living habits, and even mortality rate. A word of …
Did you know that summertime is the easiest time of year to get food poisoning? No joke. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), harmful bacteria grow fastest at temperatures between 90–110°F. On top of that, these tiny organisms need moisture to live. It’s …
So it’s summer time. And you’re just about to go nuts unless you can have an adventure. But before you and your suitcase go right out the door, take a few minutes to do some research. There are a lot of killer discounts and hidden benefits …
Here are some of the top healthcare and disability headlines for June 16–22. Advocates Push Back Against Wage Limits Under Disability As we all know, the Medicare program has income restrictions. It varies state by state, but in order to qualify, applicants and beneficiaries cannot earn …
In this year’s Boston Marathon, 26,598 runners made it across the finish line. But one runner was a disabled man whose journey to overcome his disability started many years before race day. Originally from Venezuela, Maikel Melamed was born with muscular dystrophy, a rare condition that …
It’s a fair question. If you’re already on Social Security Disability Insurance or you’re thinking about applying, this organization is something you’ll want to know about. So let’s run through the basics: What Is the Social Security Administration (SSA)? Basically the SSA is a branch of …
Here are some of the top healthcare and disability headlines for June 8–15. Skyrocketing Drug Prices Leave Cures Out of Reach for Some Patients Drugs may be getting more effective, but their prices are going up as well. New cancer drugs on the market can be …
So you might be asking, how do I contact the SSA? Maybe your disability condition or income have changed, or you lost your Social Security card. You might have a question about SSI disability benefits, SSDI, disability determination, a missing payment or an overpayment. No matter …
