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Navigating the complexities of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can be challenging, especially when faced with the possibility of your benefits being suspended. Understan...

Marriage is beautiful and complicated, especially when it comes to the legalities surrounding it. Yes, you can get legally married while on disability benefits, but it's important to understand how marriage might affect ...

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) has recently become a major topic of concern, especially among former athletes and military personnel. This brain condition, resulting from repeated head injuries, raises significan...

Around 50 million people in the U.S. have an autoimmune disorder, with women making up 80% of this group. While many autoimmune diseases can be managed with treatments, allowing people to work and live normally, some ...

Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain that triggers seizures. These seizures, distinct from those caused by temporary conditions like high fevers, manifest differently from person to person due to various causes and seizur...

Did you know that around 65 percent of initial disability applications get denied? If you're one of the many applicants facing this setback, you may find yourself wondering about the time it takes to appeal for disabilit...

As we approach October, it's essential to recognize National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week, a time to shed light on the challenges faced by individuals battling physical or psychological ailments that aren't i...

Many people wonder if Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) can make them eligible for disability benefits. This blog post aims to answer this question and dive into the world of POTS syndrome. We'll learn abo...

The ADA, a significant law passed on July 26, 1990, has helped improve the rights of people with disabilities in the United States. This landmark law known as the Americans with Disabilities Act, prohibited discriminatio...

Still in 2023, it can be incredibly difficult to fight for proper care and support for a disability. It is important, however, to recognize the care, rights, and accomplishments that we have as a result of the Americans ...

Each year in the United States, just shy of 800,000 people suffer from a stroke. This serious medical event occurs when the blood supply stops due to a clot or bursts due to a weakened blood vessel. Less than 10% of t...

Simply put, autism inclusion is the practice of designing activities that feel safe and welcoming for people on the autism spectrum. This is a crucial step in helping to de-stigmatize autism, promote acceptance, and educ...

On April 7, 1948, the World Health Organization was established to handle all health affairs within the United States. Over the years this organization spread to other countries with the mission of promoting good health ...

The public health emergency declaration for Covid-19 made by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will be ending on May 11, 2023. What that means is that numerous government policies, programs, and other adju...

Any time is a perfect time to get involved in disability advocacy and awareness. According to statistics gathered by the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in every four US adults has been diagnosed wi...