Carpal tunnel syndrome may affect 4 – 10 million Americans, according to the American College of Rheumatology. It is considered the most common nerve disorder among Americans, especially women. It can cause great pain, numbness, and weakness in one’s hands and arms....

Are you contemplating filing for Social Security Disability benefits and wonder if other forms of assistance you may be receiving might hurt your eligibility chances? We will look at a few types of assistance and explore the effect each may have on your SSDI...

30 million American adults have chronic kidney disease and millions more are at risk, according to the National Kidney Foundation (NKF). The Foundation says early detection can help stop the progression of kidney disease. But, for many, detection comes too late and...

Over 18 million American adults have asthma, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). The Foundation reveals that not only do those with asthma suffer great physical discomfort but also great financial burdens because of their asthma. The cost...

Nearly 800,000 Americans have strokes each year, according to the American Stroke Association. About 75% of stroke victims suffer lasting effects making it the leading cause of long-term disability. Many stroke victims find it difficult to return to work and need...

Over 30 million Americans have diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association (ADA). Diabetes can affect the young and old alike and lead to significant health problems. Those health problems can be both physically and financially draining. The ADA says...

Have you been the victim of or a witness to a traumatic event that has caused you to develop Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? Is your PTSD so severe that it affects your ability to work? If so, it is possible that you could qualify for Social Security Disability...