If you have a disability, you are able to claim Social Security benefits. These disability benefits help with financial stability in the case of having or gaining a disability recognized by the Social Security Administration. Some of the disorders that qualify are Immune System Disorders. What is Systemic Vasculitis? Systemic Vasculitis is a disorder that affects your immune system, causing dysfunction. Specifically, it is an autoimmune disorder that inflames blood vessels. This disorder can be caused by drug reactions, some chronic infections, and malignancies. Symptoms vary, depending on which blood vessels are affected. In order to confirm that someone has Systemic Vasculitis, a tissue biopsy, or Angiography, is performed. Symptoms of Systemic Vasculitis Usually those with Systemic Vasculitis show a variety of constitutional symptoms mentioned in the Disability Evaluation of Immune System Disorders by the Social Security Administration. These symptoms include fever, fatigue, involuntary weight loss, …show more content…
If the disability falls under Title II, payment will be provided to the disabled individual insured by the Social Security Act. However, if the worker falls under Title XVI of the Act, SSI payments will be provided if the worker has limited income. If workers show signs of Systemic Vasculitis in accordance with the definitions provided by the Social Security Administration, they can qualify for disability benefits. The worker must show at least two of the symptoms associated with the disorder, and at least one organ or body system must have at least a moderate level of severity. In addition, these symptoms should show signs of limitations for the individual, as listed in the disorder
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic, inflammatory, autoimmune disease that affects multiple organ systems (Weinstein, 2011). It is characterized by a stable disease process with episodes of active disease flare-ups. (Daleboudt, Berger, Broadbent & Kaptein, 2011). SLE primary affects women of childbearing age and it has been hypothesized that this is due to circulating estrogen levels (Bernknopf, Rowley, & Bailey, 2011). Diagnosis of SLE and organ involvement is made through laboratory testing. Patients with SLE have an increased risk for renal failure and heart failure and thus need to be monitored closely (Robinson, Sheets Cook, & Currie, 2011). A referral to a rheumatologist should be made upon suspicion of SLE (Weinstein, 2011).
The act is rich in programs and benefits for old-age workers, physically handicapped, dependent mothers and the unemployed. After retirement at the age of 67, you may begin receiving government payments in order to remain above poverty level. Money in the programs comes from direct payroll taxes on individual workers. Workers who suffer from disabilities sure as lasting injures or who are blind are covered under the act. Without the SSA the number of American’s below poverty level would drastically increase.
The Rehabilitation Act is far from simple, there are five titles under this act and each title contains different sections. Sections 501, 503, and 504 are some of the extremely important sections under Title V. Affirmative action is required and discrimination is prohibited within employment by Federal agencies of the Executive branch of government in 501. Federal government contractors and subcontractors with contracts of more than $10,000 are required to use affirmative action and are also prohibited from discriminating against employees. This section would include employers with such contracts as colleges and universities, training programs, and private defense and research companies. Section 504 requires that qualified individuals with disabilities shall not be e...
Systemic lupus erythematosus, or simply lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease or immune system malfunction. A person's immune system normally protects the person from viruses, bacteria and other foreign materials. When a person has an autoimmune diseases like lupus, the immune system turns against itself and attacks itself.
While shingles can impact just about anyone, there are three populations at the highest risk. First are those whose immune systems are compromised due to disease, such as those suffering from HIV/AIDS. Second are those whose immune system has been compromised due to disease treatments, such as chemotherapy for cancer patients, steroids like prednisone and medications preventing organ transplant rejection. The population that is most commonly impacted are those over the age of 50, as the risks increase significantly with age.
The second reason is to get SSI, you must have limited income and resources, and you must be at least 65 years old, blind or disabled. The third reason is that in most states, SSI recipients also can get Medicaid (medical assistance) to pay for hospital stays, doctor bills, prescription drugs, and other health costs. Lastly, SSI recipients may also be eligible for food stamps in every state except California. To be eligible for SSI benefits, an individual must be at least age 65, blind or disabled, a United States citizen or an eligible noncitizen and reside in the United States. To ensure that SSI benefits are directed towards the neediest, an individual must also meet income and resource limits.... ...
Having aching muscles in the back, arms and legs. A person may experience chills and sweats, headaches, and a dry persistent cough. Along with having fatigue and a sore throat.
The Americans With Disabilities Act has a section devoted to nothing but practices by employers regarding the treatment of applicants and on staff workers based on their physical condition or any health problems they may have.
Multiple sclerosis, also known as MS, is one of the humankind’s most mysterious diseases. Multiple sclerosis has the ability to affect nearly 3 million people worldwide. This disease tends to be more common in individuals of northern European descent and women are more than twice as likely to develop multiple sclerosis as men are. Of those 3 million people, most of them are between the ages of 20 and 50 years old. Even though multiple sclerosis is a mystery disease, scientists are working to determine the exact cause and treatment.
Be alert of clues like fever, stress and fatigue, headache and common malaise, because these can be hints that you are going to get a herpes simplex virus outbreak. You may also feel achy muscles and swelling in the groin or some other parts where a herpes simplex virus blister is forming.
Short term Disability is a program many people use to this day because of the benefits they receive from it when they have medical issues. What is short term Disability? According to book Employee Benefits written by Martocchio Short Term disability is an inability to perform the duties of one's regular job usually for less then 24 weeks. Conditions that include eligibility for benefits are recovering from surgery, recovery from injuries, treatment of illness that may require hospitalization, and pregnancy. An employer cannot deny you benefits for pregnancy because it’s covered under Pregnancy discrimination act of 1973 (MARTOCCHIO 174). Now there are a few things that majority of plans do not cover and it’s any mental illness caused by drug
Ability and disability entails the ability to do things others can do or the inability to do something due to physical challenges, mental or emotional challenges that one possesses within their immediate surroundings. Basing on positionality, ability and disability is a key attribute that can make a person to be viewed different within their immediate societies. These attributes can make one to be embraced or sideline within their immediate surroundings.
The word disability means something different to anyone you ask. Officially, having a developmental disability means the disability appears before someone turns 22 years old and causes a chronic life long or extended duration impairment. These disabilities, which may not be seen, can be physical, intellectual, neurological, psychiatric (or others), and the disability has a strong need for services or special care. (Developmental Disabilities Act, section 102[8])
Symptoms and signs of possible severe illness (such as unusual lethargy, uncontrolled coughing, irritability, persistent crying, difficult breathing, wheezing, or other unusual signs)- until medical evaluation allows inclusion;
Other people can’t find jobs because of disabilities or health problems. If someone gets into a car accident and gets physically injured long-term or becomes disabled, it becomes difficult to do many types of jobs. In another case a person may become ill and not be able to work for a long period of time or at all.