Israel to Categorize Fibromyalgia as a Disability
Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread muscle pain, which is often accompanied by mood issues, memory problems, sleep disturbances and fatigue. Some patients also experience cognitive difficulties and physical exhaustion. Now Israel plans to recognize the disorder as a disability, with the country’s Welfare and Social Affairs announcing in October that individuals suffering from the disorder will be recognized as disabled in a couple of weeks, which will allow them to claim disability allowance. This move will make Israel among the first nations around the globe to make provisions for patients with this condition. Data from the Israeli Fibromyalgia…
