Although recent news from the Department of Veterans Affairs has not been all too positive, there may be some good changes coming. A recent story in the Los Angeles Times said counselors with VA are encouraging veterans to apply for as much disability benefits as possible.
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Many people are affected by rheumatoid arthritis each year. In fact, the American College of Rheumatology said 1.3 million people in the U.S. suffer from this condition, which can lead to debilitating joint swelling, fatigue and stiffness. In many cases, symptoms can be so severe that people may not be able to work and will feel compelled to apply for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration.
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Many people are affected by disabilities every day, but Stephan Lindler of the Urban Institute posted an interactive map on the MicroTrends Blog recently which shows that the number of people who receive disability benefits differs greatly in small regions. In Cook County, for example, 3.25 percent of the population receive disability insurance. However, drive a few hours south to Marion county and you will see that number rise north of 6 percent.
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