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.
To qualify for Medicare there are strict standards and criteria that a person must meet. The most important of these is how much money you make. If you do not qualify for social security or chose not to receive it, you may still be able to get health insurance this way if you donât make enough money. Most elderly persons are on limited incomes and need all the help they can get, some on the other hand have enough money.