Top Society Disabled Issues - Disabilities, Press release and news information from 24-7 Press Release Newswire en-us http://rss.24-7pressrelease.com/images/24-7PressRelease_rss_logo.gif http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/ http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press_releases_by_category.php?cat=469 http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/detroit-artists-and-musicians-offer-giving-songs-a-helping-hand-348603.php Sat, 15 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMT Fundraiser for Multi-Disabled Children at The Park Bar on Saturday June 15, 2013 http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/workers-compensation-changes-in-minnesota-348645.php Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMT In 2013 changes in workers' compensation will take effect in Minnesota. Benefits will generally go up, and some mental illness claims will now be allowed. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/disabled-urged-to-drive-a-better-deal-on-their-car-insurance-348130.php Thu, 13 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMT Disabled drivers are being warned to avoid the fast route to getting car insurance for fear of being diverted to needlessly expensive and inappropriate cover. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/selecting-a-contractor-for-home-modifications-348027.php Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMT There are lots of questions to ask if you are in charge of a home modification to make a bathroom accessible for someone who is disabled or aging in place. An experienced home modification contractor is the best bet, but ask lots of questions. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/atlanta-workers-compensation-attorneys-cummings-amp-middlebrooks-share-types-of-income-benefits-346405.php Tue, 04 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMT The attorneys at Cummings & Middlebrooks, who assist workers with job-relates injuries to recover income while they are unable to work, point out that in Georgia, there are different types of income benefits to which injured workers are entitled. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/homelessness-among-veterans-a-challenging-and-persistent-problem-346901.php Tue, 04 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMT Memorial Day has come and gone. The parades are over, the flowers are fading, and the veterans who participated have packed their uniforms away until next year. However, one group of veterans - vets who are homeless -- has little to celebrate. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/five-social-security-disability-terms-and-why-they-matter-346705.php Mon, 03 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMT If you are like most people seeking Social Security Disability benefits, you have done some research to find out how the process works.Below are five terms you may encounter and an explanation of why they may be important for your case. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/bathing-assistance-for-people-with-a-disability-caregiver-half-height-doors-346223.php Fri, 31 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT Everyday tasks, like bathing and taking a shower, are not easy for those who are disabled or aging in place. Caregives face challenges as well due to safety issues in the bathroom. The UDS eStore presents several solutions for these challenges. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/five-top-solutions-for-accessible-bathrooms-346033.php Thu, 30 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT Those who require modifications to their bathroom to accommodate a disability, injury or who are aging in place will find this guide to bathroom modifications solutions very helpful; key products already approved by United Disabilities Services. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/cigna-slammed-for-its-improper-disability-insurance-claims-handling-practices-345657.php Sat, 25 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT On May 22, 2013, it was announced that CIGNA, and several of its subsidiary insurance companies entered into a Regulatory Settlement Agreement with multiple state Departments of Insurance throughout the country, including California. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/waypoint-adventure-awarded-5000-grant-by-the-foundation-for-metrowest-youth-in-philanthropy-program-345550.php Sat, 25 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT The Foundation for MetroWest Youth in Philanthropy Program recently selected Waypoint Adventure to receive a $5000 grant to support adventure programming for youth with disabilities in MetroWest Boston. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/rosenfeld-injury-lawyers-note-correlation-between-type2-diabetes-drugs-byetta-and-januvia-and-pancreatitis-amp-pancreatic-cancer-344557.php Mon, 20 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT The diabetes drugs Byetta and Januvia were introduced to the market with great anticipation. Unfortunately, these drugs have been associated with high rates of complications including pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer and thyroid cancer. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/michigan-ranked-among-top-10-states-for-disability-services-344455.php Fri, 17 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT Michigan was rated among the top 10 states in the nation for the services available for certain disabled individuals. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/miami-attorney-enrique-ferrer-becomes-member-of-million-dollar-advocates-forum-344147.php Wed, 15 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT Enrique Ferrer was recently certified as a member in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, based on his work representing Florida clients. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/people-with-any-visual-impairment-can-now-access-computers-running-windows-8-343959.php Wed, 15 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT The first professionally supported screen magnification software to run on computers powered by Windows 8 is released, empowering first access for people with visual impairments. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/maxiaids-team-experiences-a-meal-without-sight-at-long-island-council-of-the-blinds-dinner-in-the-dark-event-342597.php Wed, 08 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT The management team of MaxiAids Products for Independent living were among guests who experienced a meal without sight at the Long Island Council of the Blind's 5th annual 'Dinner in the Dark'. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/elliot-zaretsky-honored-by-long-island-council-of-the-blind-for-his-lifelong-dedication-to-helping-blind-and-visually-impaired-people-342592.php Mon, 06 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT The Long Island Council of the Blind has recognized Elliot Zaretsky, president and founder of MaxiAids Products for Independent Living, for his dedication to the equality of rights, dignity and independence of the blind and those with low vision. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/clc-network-offers-online-courses-for-academically-talented-students-342354.php Fri, 03 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT CLC Network, a national non-profit that promotes the development of people with a variety of abilities and disabilities to live as active, integrated members of their communities, will offer online classes this fall for middle school-aged students. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/texas-injury-attorneys-mo-aziz-and-curtis-wayne-lucas-ready-to-help-seek-justice-for-those-seriously-injured-in-west-fertilizer-plant-explosion-341566.php Fri, 26 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Completely blind and suffering from burns over the upper half of his body, a Waco Man severely injured in the West, Texas explosion is fighting to recover physically while his attorneys seek full compensation for his losses. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/mike-huckabee-to-be-keynote-speaker-at-forgotten-angels-benefit-may-6-in-pearland-tx-341068.php Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Mike Huckabee, former Arkansas Governor, commentator, author, pastor and musician will deliver the keynote address at an event on Monday, May 6, 2013, benefitting Forgotten Angels. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/palm-communities-celebrates-the-groundbreaking-for-mesa-commons-apartments-in-san-diego-ca-340313.php Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Palm Communities, the Irvine-based developer of high quality affordable housing for families, seniors and those with special needs, celebrated the groundbreaking of Mesa Commons Apartments on April 4, 2013. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-childrens-book-quotfelini-the-fleaquot-highlights-inclusion-and-encouragement-for-special-needs-kids-338497.php Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Of the nearly one million picture books available for children, only a handful feature characters with disabilities. Author Bruno Rossi seeks to remedy this with his book, "Felini the Flea." http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/manchesterbased-competitive-wheelchair-dancing-sensations-strictly-wheels-have-secured-new-sponsorship-from-fish-insurance-to-help-them-pursue-further-international-medal-success-338955.php Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Having just returned from the Dutch Open Championships where they won their third consecutive Gold medal in the Amateur Latin category, the duo of Gary Lyness and Paula Moulton have won the support of Preston's Fish Insurance. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/insurance-firm-fish-insurance-warns-holidaymakers-as-travellers-claims-are-sent-packing-338956.php Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT A specialist insurance broker is urging holidaymakers to choose their travel insurance with care in the wake of research by Which? that reveals many travellers 'claims are being sent packing. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/care-agency-directors-plan-expansion-after-inspection-success-338147.php Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Directors of East Sussex based Avens Supported Living Sussex (Avens Limited) are celebrating after receiving the results of a recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the regulators of health and social care in England. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/continuing-education-provider-professional-development-resources-recognizes-autism-awareness-month-337628.php Wed, 03 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Professional Development Resources, a national provider of accredited continuing education units, is promoting autism awareness among mental health professionals by featuring its Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) courses during the month of April. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/sequester-budget-cuts-could-make-processing-even-longer-for-ssdi-claims-337666.php Tue, 02 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Federal sequestration budget cuts are likely to impact SSDI application processing times at the Social Security Administration. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-hidden-dangers-of-cheerleading-336638.php Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT Cheerleading can be a competitive, physically demanding activity with a risk of catastrophic injuries. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/depuy-asr-hip-replacements-known-to-fail-but-implanted-anyway-336677.php Tue, 26 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT Johnson & Johnson announced in January 2013 that it had set aside close to $1 billion, in addition to the $3 billion set aside in 2011, to compensate those who received a defective metal-on-metal hip implant from the company. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/what-is-an-otr-decision-334802.php Tue, 19 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT For some applicants, an on-the-record decision, or OTR, is a worthwhile option during the Social Security Disability claim appeals process. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/oak-healthcare-introduce-new-range-of-disabled-showering-solutions-335157.php Sun, 17 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT Oak Healthcare Products Ltd extend their product offerings with the introduction of Easa's new range of showering solutions. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/witness-testifies-at-trial-using-quotskypequot-334844.php Fri, 15 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT For the first time a trial court has permitted the testimony a party to a lawsuit to occur using the popular Internet video conferencing program "Skype". http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/vitacare-announces-first-cosponsorship-for-the-give-back-to-autism-program-vitacare-will-cohost-the-center-for-autisms-2nd-annual-tennis-clinic-for-individuals-with-autism-spectrum-disorder-asd-334842.php Thu, 14 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT Saturday, March 16, the second annual CARD Tennis Clinic for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) at Key Biscayne Tennis Association (KBTA). http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/minnesota-sees-decrease-in-fatal-work-injuries-in-2011-332499.php Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT A decrease in fatal work injuries in Minnesota is promising news, but workplace injuries and deaths still occur too often, and more progress can be made. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-memoir-ink-in-the-wheels-a-shining-example-for-the-disability-community-331039.php Fri, 22 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT Newly released memoir Ink in the Wheels offers hope and inspiration for not only those who with disabilities, but all in a relationship. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/k-gabriel-heiser-author-of-quotmedicaid-secretsquot-sells-10000th-copy-328998.php Mon, 11 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT Of interest to editors and journalists covering consumer finance, senior or veterans' issues, eldercare, caregiving, or baby boomer issues. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/proposed-law-would-accelerate-ssd-process-for-injured-armed-service-members-329109.php Sun, 10 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT The bill, called the Recovering Service Members Disability Benefits Act, would expedite the Social Security disability process for the injured members of the armed services who are still on active duty. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/dallas-lighthouse-for-the-blind-inc-earns-2012-employment-growth-award-from-national-industries-for-the-blind-328182.php Wed, 06 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT Award Honors Success in Sustaining and Increasing Employment For People Who Are Blind http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/katal-innovations-launches-landing-pad-products-worldwide-328251.php Tue, 05 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT Vancouver action sports safety company announces newly engineered airbag technology and international market expansion for the coming year. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/karen-darke-prepares-for-south-pole-challenge-327387.php Fri, 01 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT Paralympic silver medal winning handcyclist and Berghaus athlete Karen Darke has completed the latest stage of preparation for her planned expedition to be the first paraplegic to reach the South Pole from the edge of Antarctica under her own steam. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/snowmobile-accidents-a-potential-danger-to-minnesota-sled-enthusiasts-326977.php Tue, 29 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT Arctic Cat recently announced a recall for a product defect affecting almost 4,000 sleds. But, faulty equipment is not the only threat faced by Minnesota snowmobilers. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/global-lift-corporation-advises-on-pool-lift-bonding-326411.php Mon, 28 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT Pool lift bonding confusion continues as title II and title III pool owners and operators work to become compliant with the current ADA laws. Global Lift Corporation recommends contacting electrical inspectors, as they have the final say. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/tranzcenter-llc-world-class-new-transportation-management-training-center-325951.php Thu, 24 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT Milton Collier, the President of TranZcenter, will be conducting Free Transportation Management Systems training at the NEW Training Center. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/products-that-make-a-difference-discover-maxiaids-201314-catalog-325995.php Wed, 23 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT MaxiAids Products for Independent Living has released their 2013/14 catalog featuring thousands of helpful items and new low prices. Considered by many the 'Reference Guide of the Industry', it has also been re-designed for faster, easier navigation. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/global-lift-corporation-warns-against-buying-the-wrong-pool-lift-325745.php Wed, 23 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT Global Lift Corp is warning pool lift purchasers that not all lifts being sold meet the clear deck space requirement in the ADA pool lift guidelines. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/michigan-medical-malpractice-bills-head-to-house-325653.php Tue, 22 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT The Michigan State Senate recently approved bills that affect medical malpractice claims. Learn how this may affect some patients and how a personal injury lawyer can help. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/proposed-settlement-could-give-thousands-new-disability-claim-hearings-325555.php Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT A recently proposed settlement in federal court has given thousands of New Yorkers a glimmer of hope as the settlement may permit applicants new hearings on their previously denied disability claims. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/global-lift-corporation-increases-pool-lift-production-324663.php Wed, 16 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT Global Lift Corporation has increased pool lift production to meet the demand created by the January 2013 deadline for the Americans with Disabilities Act. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/global-lift-corporation-keeps-affordable-prices-despite-cost-increases-323472.php Thu, 10 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT As raw material prices increase, Global Lift Corporation continues to keep prices low and quality high. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/what-happens-when-the-ssa-reviews-disability-322768.php Fri, 04 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMT People should be aware of what occurs during a disability review and how it could impact their Social Security disability benefits. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/north-carolina-supreme-court-upholds-workers-compensation-award-319951.php Thu, 13 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT A recent case before the Supreme Court of North Carolina reveals some of the challenges that may arise before a worker secures the right to workers comp benefits. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-gibney-family-foundation-and-the-first-nonprofit-foundation-award-grants-to-visionserve-alliance-of-st-louis-missouri-319475.php Wed, 12 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT The funds will allow VisionServe Alliance to expand essential education and training opportunities in vision loss services http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/getting-veterans-benefits-faster-317902.php Sat, 01 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT Significant backlog making it difficult for veterans to receive benefits. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-book-shows-lighter-side-of-disability-317330.php Fri, 30 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT Living with a disability can be difficult, and we must give credit to those who do. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/car-accidents-contribute-to-most-severe-traumatic-brain-injuries-317427.php Thu, 29 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT Some of the most serious traumatic brain injuries that patients suffer are caused by car crashes. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/fight-lupus-with-a-gift-of-hope-this-holiday-season-as-mollys-fund-launches-its-seasons-of-giving-campaign-316870.php Wed, 28 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT During the Holiday Season, Molly's Fund Fighting Lupus raises money for medicines, support and medical care - it's their Seasons of Giving Campaign. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/miprotesiscom-is-a-community-website-for-people-with-prosthetic-devices-316583.php Mon, 26 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT Puerto Rico prosthetic and orthotic rehabilitation center, Hi-Tech Prosthetic, has launched its sister site, Miprotesis.com. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/holiday-shopping-with-maxiaids-radio-segment-with-kentucky-council-of-the-blind-provides-gift-ideas-for-the-blind-and-visually-impaired-316368.php Fri, 23 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT MaxiAids Products for Independent Living recently joined the Kentucky Council of the Blind to share holiday gift ideas, including talking atomic watches that set themselves and accessible family games like Low Vision Monopoly and Braille Scrabble http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/1st-class-medical-now-offers-the-new-inogen-one-g3-315253.php Sat, 17 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT 1st Class Medical is now offering the newly released Inogen One G3. It is smaller and lighter then its predecessors offering more freedom and independence for oxygen patients. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/quotms-wheelchair-new-yorkquot-dr-danielle-sheypuk-on-a-roll-with-career-media-projects-314732.php Thu, 15 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Sheypuk, a NYC expert in dating, intimacy and sexuality among the disabled, kicks off Skype therapy practice, reality-TV pilot