When potassium levels are low, the cells cannot repolarize and are unable to fire repeatedly, and muscles and nerves may not function normally. The effects of low potassium include may cause the following symptoms: 1  muscle weakness, 2  muscle aches, 3  muscle cramps, and. 4  palpitations (irregular heartbeats).
SSI provides need-based disability payments that are set at a standard monthly payment by the federal government. As of 2012, the federal government will pay an individual $698 per month and couples $1,048 per month.
Massachusetts The cost of living in Massachusetts (MA) is higher than the nationwide average. The average yearly pay in Massachusetts is $61,790.00, which is higher than the U.S. average annual salary by $11,982.00. The consumer price index (CPI) of 259 in Massachusetts is 11.16% higher than the U.S. city average CPI of 233. The sales tax is 6.25%.