Statistics show that roughly 26 million people here in the U.S. have been diagnosed with some form of diabetes, meaning their bodies are unable to produce sufficient insulin or use the insulin they are producing to process their food efficiently. As if these statistics weren’t sobering enough, they also reveal that at least two-thirds of […]
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Lawsuit victory ensures vulnerable people won’t lose benefits
Posted on March 28th, 2014 by Jeff Rabin
In a very interesting story out of the state of Oregon, the Social Security Administration found itself hauled into a federal courtroom this week to answer a lawsuit alleging that its recent actions were going to result “in the imminent suspension of life-sustaining benefits” for well over 400 people. According to reports, federal authorities recently […]
Researchers seek reliable test for Alzheimer’s disease risk
Posted on March 21st, 2014 by Jeff Rabin
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most puzzling and damaging diseases that commonly affects people. Put simply, the ailment destroys brain tissue. Within a matter of years, a person can go from a state of strong mental health to experiencing severe cognitive deficiencies. Of course, this disease is devastating for those with the condition and […]
Getting approved for benefits can take more time than some think
Posted on March 11th, 2014 by Jeff Rabin
Many people who want to apply for Social Security disability are afraid of getting denied. Because of this, they try their best to learn and follow every rule when it comes to the application in hopes of getting approved. In doing so, sometimes applicants make mistakes, such as waiting too long to apply. That’s why […]
SSA proposal would mean real changes for disability appeals
Posted on March 7th, 2014 by Jeff Rabin
If a person’s application for Social Security Disability benefits is initially denied by the state agency tasked with making such decisions (i.e., the Illinois Department of Human Services), they still have several options available. First, they can reapply with the state agency and, if that fails to produce the desired result, they may request a […]
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