People With Disabilities Are the Largest Minority Group in the United States and Yet They Feel Invisible
People With Disabilities Are the Largest Minority Group in the United States and Yet They Feel Invisible
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Help Paying for Prosthetic Care
Help Paying for Prosthetic Care
People who have had an amputation may get help paying for rehabilitation and a prosthesis.
Help With Your Diabetic Supplies
Help With Your Diabetic Supplies
If you are having difficulty affording your diabetic supplies there are resources available.
Help With Your Insulin Costs
Help With Your Insulin Costs
If you are having difficulty affording your insulin, the American Diabetics Association has a web page with programs from pharmaceutical companies where you can go for additional help.
https://insulinhelp.org/
What will happen if the ACA (Affordable Care Act) goes away?
The Supreme Court is expected to hear arguments a week after the election in regards to fate of the Affordable Care Act.
Social Security Administration Announces Initiative to Fight Fraud
Social Security Administration Announces Initiative to Fight Fraud
People with Heart Disease or Stroke Have Higher Risk of Complications from Flu
People with heart disease and those who have had a stroke are at higher risk for developing serious complications from flu. If you have heart disease, or have had a stroke, it is especially important that you get a flu vaccine every flu season to protect against flu and its potentially serious complications.
Wildfire Safety during COVID-19
During the COVID-19 pandemic, there are some additional challenges to consider related to the public health impacts of wildfires.
Qualifying for Supplemental Security Income with Social Security
Social Security pays monthly Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to people with disabilities who have low income and few resources, and people who are age 65 or older without disabilities who meet the financial limits.
Managing Arthritis
While there is no known cure for arthritis, there are a variety of ways to help manage the effects it has on the body. The Arthritis Foundation website and the CDC website offer information on treatments, including medications and staying physically active.
