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POTS Diagnoses On the Rise Since COVID-19 Pandemic

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare professionals have observed a significant uptick in cases of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). This condition, which affects multiple systems in the body, can lead to debilitating symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, dizziness, extreme fatigue, and fainting. For many affected individuals, POTS isn’t just a set of […]

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The Past Relevant Work History Period for Disability Benefits Has Changed. Here’s What to Know.

On June 22, 2024, the Social Security Administration (SSA) substantially changed how work history is evaluated when determining an applicant’s eligibility for Social Security disability benefits. Instead of defining “past relevant work” as work the client performed in the last fifteen (15) years, SSA now considers a disability applicant’s past five (5) years of work

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Medicare Open Enrollment Starts October 15th. Here’s What You Need to Know.

The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, also known as open enrollment, begins October 15th and ends December 7th. This window allows those enrolled in Medicare to reevaluate and make changes to their coverage. This applies to enrollees of Original Medicare, Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage), and Part D prescription drug plans. If you’re enrolled in any

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Observing PTSD Awareness Day

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex condition triggered by a traumatic event that impacts millions of Americans annually. It could be caused by experiencing or witnessing a distressing incident such as an accident, assault, natural disaster, or combat. What follows could be devastating to the sufferers and their families. For PTSD Awareness Day on

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