There are many reasons why one is denied Social Security Disability benefits. The main reason is that your medcal problem does not meet the criteria of the Social Security Disability program after reviewing all your medical records.  Among other reasons are 1. Errors entered on information you provided on your application. 2. Failure to provide […]

Currently,  there are about 11 million individuals who receive Social Security disability checks. Sources report that they may face steep benefit cuts next year which  could amount to a 19% reduction unless congress acts. For example, the average monthly benefit for disabled individuals is slightly over 1,000 dollars. With a reduction in benefits one could lose […]

A high percentage of cases applying for Social Security Disability are denied. It is estimated that at least two thirds of applicants are initially denied benefits. When this occurs, one can at least try to minimize the effect their  impairment causes.  For instance, many individuals claim difficulty with standing and walking due to pain in […]

Cancer of the bladder is seen mostly in older individuals over the age of 55. Men are more likely to have this cancer than women. In most cases, blood in the urine is a warning sign. However, blood in the urine does not mean you have cancer. Other noncancerous conditions can be the cause such […]

Cancer of the pancreas is a disease in which malignant cells form in the tissues of the pancreas.  Symptoms may include abdominal pain, weight loss,  back pain,  jaundice, general weakness,  and loss of appetite.  It can be cured only if found in the very early stages before it has spread.  Diagnosis is made by various […]

There are many types of hernias. A very common type is an inguinal hernia which occurs when tissue pushes through a weak area in the groin muscle. This results in a bulge in the groin or scrotum which may be associated with pain. Hernias occur more commonly in men.  The hernia may be more noticeable with […]

Individuals who are denied Social Security disability benefits can now appeal their cases to an administrative law judge(ALJ) by requesting the use of video called the VSD(video service delivery). This allows the hearing between the applicant and judge be conducted in different offices, even across the country. Formerly, the applicant and judge had to be […]

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis(ALS) is often called Lou Gehrig’s disease. It attacks the nerve cells of the body which control muscles.  At some point, all muscles are affected and those with the disease lose their ability to move their arms and legs as well as capacity to breathe, speak  and swallow. There is at present no […]

Melanoma is the most dangerous type of cancer of the skin.  It is most often caused by prolonged exposure to the sun.  Interestingly, melanomas may also affect the eye.  Most of these cancers are black or brown, but  at times may be of different colors. There are cases, however, where melanomas have developed in areas […]

About 12,000 new cases of cancer of the larynx are diagnosed each year. The cancer arises  from the covering of the vocal cords. The use of tobacco products and alcohol can increase the risk of cancer. Symptoms may consist of a persistent hoarseness or change in the voice,  trouble or pain when swallowing,  a cough […]