As disgusting and inherently immoral as it may be, apparently the US military, in obvious alliance with the FDA and other governmental entities, has been administering vaccines to active duty personnel, sickening thousands of our troops, even causing death. All attempts to obtain information regarding these vaccines have been thwarted by military officials.
Again, this comes [...]
Did you ever wonder why there was such a thing as ‘flu-season’? As a medical researcher, I have been unable to uncover any reliable or valid data which suggests a causal relationship between climatic changes and the onset on any particular strain of flu. So, why do we have a ’season’?
In the interests of partisan [...]
Apparently, it is time again to present a vigorous stand against the pharmaceutical companies who seem determined to ruin the health, if not cause the death, of many consumers. Disabled individuals are particularly at risk, as in many cases, their immune systems are already tenuous. But the offending agents might surprise you—–they are not complicated [...]
As has been widely reported, President Obama has asked Congress to phase in “concurrent receipt” for all Chapter 61 retirees – those who received a disability retirement from the Department of Defense.
This plan, if enacted, would boost pay for 103,000 veterans by a total of more than $2 billion through 2014.
Concurrent receipt means being able [...]
Today’s bill of fare takes a look at Obstructive Sleep Apnea, an often undiagnosed condition, and life threatening in nature. Apparently, there is an increased proportion of apnea sufferers and those who already have another debilitating condition. Therefore, if you snore heavily, or wake up in the middle of the night in the middle of [...]
Rightfully so, there is a system in place, which varies somewhat state to state as far as regulation and administration, but is designed to provide needed medical care and remuneration to those workers who become injured while on the job. Employers are required to carry insurance to meet these needs, and most do so. (although [...]
On a daily basis, we are treated to one new treatment or drug after another, coming at us so fast, we have no chance of getting real and solid information about how these are really effecting us. It’s terrifying to think that we are functioning as test subjects, guinea pigs, if you will, for the [...]
The scope and depth of the Disability Digest is undergoing a
change, a major move, really, as owner Brian Therrien puts the
finishing touches on his latest in depth efforts to assist the
disabled population. This new information is entitled the
‘Veterans Disability Digest.’
During the last few years, we have all heard the horror stories
coming from veterans, now particularly [...]
These simple tips area a great contribution from Disability Digest member Lady Luck. Enjoy!
As with appearance, many people let their social skills lapse when they become disabled. They tell themselves things like “No one expects me to be nice. They know I’m disabled.” Or “It’s hopeless. It doesn’t matter how I act. I’m different.” This [...]
You can stop holding your breath.
There will be no raise, and if premiums for drug coverage increase, as expected, millions of beneficiaries will see their Social Security checks reduced for the first time.
For the first time in more than three decades, Social Security recipients will not get any increase in their benefits next year, [...]