Allsup: Allsup Highlights SSDI's Role In Heart Disease Recovery During Heart Health Awareness Month

Belleville, Illinois, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allsup, the nation's leading provider of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) representation services, is highlighting the important role of SSDI benefits for individuals diagnosed with cardiovascular disease (CVD) in recognition of Heart Health Awareness Month. CVD remains the leading cause of death in the United States, with more than 700,000 deaths annually, or one death every 33 seconds, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).In addition to its devastating health effects, cardiovascular disease also imposes a significant financial burden on individuals, families and the economy. The estimated annual direct and indirect costs of cardiovascular disease in the United States were $417.9 billion, according to the American Heart Association's 2025 Circulation update."Heart disease doesn't just impact physical health, it also disrupts every aspect of a person's life, including their ability to work and maintain financial stability," said T.J. Geist, principal advocate at Allsup. "SSDI is a lifeline that allows individuals to focus on their recovery without the added burden of financial stress."Recent innovations in cardiac care have revolutionized treatment options and significantly improved survival rates for individuals suffering from heart disease. Among these advances, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) has emerged ...Full story available on Benzinga.com