Some illnesses and injuries ravage the bodies of their victims and leave them with obvious, visible scars. Oklahoma residents who have lived through surgeries and accidents, cancers and other physical illnesses, may show the signs of their traumas on their bodies. Their suffering may be inferred by those who do not know them, because…
Living with a disability can be a challenge for Oklahoma residents, particularly if they are unable to work because of their condition. Because individuals who suffer from disabling illnesses, injuries and impairments may not be able to support themselves by working, the Social Security Administration offers disability benefits to those who qualify. However, due…
Individuals who have the full function of their five senses may take for granted the small smells, sounds and sights that they are exposed to each day. When Oklahoma residents lose the capacity to use one or more of their senses, their world may dull and their capacity to function in it may diminish….
The ability to see without corrective lenses is a blessing for Oklahoma residents who can live their lives with clear vision. However, many men, women and children struggle with limited or low vision and need contacts, glasses and even surgeries to improve the way that they view the world. Others who have significant impairments…
Arthritis is a common ailment that may cause problems for individuals as they grow older. It is not uncommon for men and women who are nearing retirement age to feel extra sensations of pain and discomfort in their joints. An Oklahoma resident who is diagnosed with arthritis may require medication in order to alleviate…