New Blood Test Could Lead to Faster Brain Injury Diagnosis in Babies

By S. Baker Yates | September 23, 2020

Oftentimes, the full extent of a brain injury in a newborn may not be immediately apparent. However, a new type of blood test may lead to a quicker diagnosis of brain injuries in newborns. According to a report published in the journal Scientific Report, a team of researchers from London, India, and the United States…

Social Security Disability Benefits for Diabetes

By S. Baker Yates | May 18, 2016

Those who are suffering from uncontrolled diabetes, and are unable to work because of their illness, may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that diabetes affects more than 25 million people in the United States, which is more than 8.3 percent of the U.S. population.…