Usually, diarrhea is caused by a virus that infects the gut. Some people call it intestinal flu or stomach flu.. It can also happen due to: 1  Alcohol abuse. 2  Allergies to certain foods. 3  Diabetes. 4  Diseases of the intestines (such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis). 5  Eating foods that upset the digestive system.
You are allowed to continue working and still receive Social Security benefits. However, if you are under full retirement age, you are limited in the amount you can earn. In 2011, that amount is $14,160. If you are under full retirement age, then you will have to repay $1 for every $2 year earn over that limit.
If you have not worked or do not have enough Social Security credits to qualify for your own Social Security benefits, you may be able to receive spouseâs benefits. To qualify for spouseâs benefits, you must be: 1  At least 62 years of age; or.f you have not worked or do not have enough Social Security credits to qualify for your own Social Security benefits, you may be able to receive spouseâs benefits. To qualify for spouseâs benefits, you must be: 1  At least 62 years of age; or.