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No Extra Benefits Seen in Study for Coronary Artery Disease

A traditional method of treating coronary artery disease is prescribing beta blockers, ace inhibitors, statins and daily aspirin. A recent study, a described in the New York Times, shows that traditional treatment for coronary artery disease is just as effective as stent implantation for prevention of chest pain, heart attack and need for future percutaneous

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Coronary Artery Disease and Stenting

Did you know that the common practice of inserting a stent in to narrow artery has “no benefit over the standard medical care in treating of single coronary artery disease” according to a study, summarizing 8 random trials comparing percutaneous intervention and traditional methods of treatment. In a percutaneous coronary intervention, a surgeon will insert

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Social Security Disability Benefits and Drugs that Cloud Your Brain

One of the many questions that you are asked in the Social Security Disability claim process is what medication you are using. Many people are unaware that pain killers, antihistamines, and various other medications can adversely effect brain functions. These drugs are called Anticholinergics can effect the action of Acetylcholine which is a chemical messenger

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Ovarian Cancer Treatment side effects and your rights to long-term disability benefits

If you have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer and your treatment plan involves chemotherapy, you may experience physical, emotional, and psychological side effects. These can include: Fatigue Anemia Constipation Nauseousness and vomiting Mouth and throat problems Infection Anxiety and depression Nerve and muscle problems. When ovarian cancer prevents you from working, you may be entitled

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I have been paid my long-term disability benefits for 10 years. Now they are denying my claim. Can I sue them?

Before suing a long-term disability carrier, it is advisable to exhaust your appeal rights that are available under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, (ERISA).  If you purchased your group long-term disability policy through your employer, your case will be governed under the ERISA disability law which allows for a 180-day appeal period. Nancy Cavey,

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How Do I Fight The Long-term Disability Carrier Without Paying The Overpayment Back?

It depends on the terms of your policy! Many long-term disability carriers do provide that they have the right to reduce your benefits by the receipt of shophttp://amimusic.com.br/detox-diet-plans-weight-loss “other income”. ERISA disability attorney Nancy Cavey suggests that you first get out your long-term disability policy and review the terms of your policy to see whether

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CERVICAL DYSTONIA AND YOUR RIGHTS TO LONG-TERM DISABILITY BENEFITS

Cervical dystonia, known as spasmodic torticollis, is characterized by neck muscles that contract involuntarily, causing abnormal movements in posture of the head and neck.  Spasms in the neck muscles or pinched nerves in your neck can result in pain and discomfort.  It can even spread into the shoulders. One of the most effective treatments for

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