Those who don't know anyone to suffer from breast cancer are extremely lucky. For most Missourians, this oftentimes deadly disease destroys their and their families' lives. Although the mere thought of contracting breast cancer can be enough to send shivers through...

It is unrealistic to expect an average Missourian to know the ins and outs of the Social Security disability system. Yet for those who either have been deemed disabled by the Social Security Administration or seeking such a designation, knowing the intricacies of the...

In Missouri and elsewhere, not only does obtaining Social Security disability benefits hinge on a disabled individual's ability to show that he or she meets federal requirements laid out by the Social Security Administration, but so, too, does retaining those...

Being diagnosed with any medical condition can be scary. Yet, there are some medical conditions that are more frightening than others. Cancer, for example, can have an individual fearing for his or her life and the financial well-being of his or her family. Although...

Heart health is a vital part one's overall well-being. Without a healthy heart and cardiovascular system, an individual may be susceptible to diseases and disorders that can leave them in danger of disability and early death. The good news is that many of those who...

Our country's military personnel are sometimes asked to put their lives on the line. Most of us think of this danger manifesting itself in the form of enemy fire and explosives, but there are other hazardous conditions soldiers can face while in the field. Some of...