What followed was a period of emotional freefall. In the days following the accident, Jean was consumed by disbelief and grief crying several times a day. She would stay up all night in tears, only able to find respite when she “(could) actually see the sun coming up.” Her path to recovery began at … Read more
“Nobody ccoan be dizzy for two years.” With long COVID, many are. “Oh, come on. Adults don’t need naps.” With long COVID, many do. And some need a lot more rest than they did before. “It’s all in your head. A bit of walking can’t do you harm.” But with long COVID, it can. “So, … Read more
Mental health content on TikTok has been popular as long as the app has been around. However, the surge in both accurate information and misinformation regarding mental illnesses and neurodivergence has resulted in millions of Brits choosing to self-diagnose over seeking professional assistance. Relying On Influencers For A Diagnosis Due to long waiting lists for … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR: RM2.12 bil in total compensation was paid by the Social Security Organisation (PERKESO) to 219,640 members last year, the Dewan Rakyat was told. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim said the payments were for permanent or temporary disability, pensions, and invalidity schemes. Of the total, RM2.1bil was for 215,113 beneficiaries through the employment injury … Read more
DEI initiatives have made invaluable strides, particularly in addressing racial and cultural inequities, although arguably there’s plenty more to be done. But as a hot topic of the boardroom and corporate strategies across sectors, I can’t help but recognize two truisms about DEI in America. One, it has become politically charged and the target of … Read more
“FOCAL POINTS” ISLANDWIDE Separately, SportSG also will set up Para Sports Community Hubs to grow the base of aspiring para athletes. The first five of such hubs will be piloted across the island by the end of this year, with more to be established by 2030. These hubs will be at Pasir Ris Sport Centre (boccia), Heartbeat@Bedok (swimming and … Read more
Photos for illustration purposes only Skullman/Pixabay.com A woman ended her marriage with her wealthy husband of three decades and is exploring avenues to claim some of his Social Security benefits. In a MarketWatch post, she explained how she raised the children, supported her ex-husband’s career goals, and missed decades of work that has severely impacted … Read more
This article is part of a series for National Disability Employment Awareness Month produced in collaboration with Making Space CEO and disability rights advocate Keely-Cat Wells. These pieces examine the barriers that disabled people face to participating fully and thriving in the workforce, as well as potential structural solutions. The illustrations for this series were … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a 2.5% Cost-of-living Adjustment (COLA) for 2025 in an October 10 press release, increasing Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments for over 72 million Americans. Based on inflation data, the SSA announces COLA hikes every year in October to help Social Security recipients fight inflationary pressures and … Read more
Eight years ago, Linda Loprasert’s life took a sudden and devastating turn when she began experiencing memory loss and hallucinations. At just 26 years old, she received life-changing news that would impact her career and personal life in ways she never imagined. Over the past eight years, Loprasert has been hired and fired fourteen times, … Read more
