When thyroid disorders occur because of a diet low in iodine-rich foods, symptoms can range from a sluggish metabolism, heart complications, changes in appetite and body temperature, changes in thirst and perspiration, weight fluctuations, and mood changes.
In most cases, COBRA provides for continuation of health plan coverage for up to 18 months following the work separation. COBRA rights accrue once a qualifying event occurs - basically, a qualifying event is any change in the employment relationship that results in loss of health plan benefits.
In general, employers who offer FSAs to their employees are required to offer COBRA coverage to qualified. beneficiaries who would otherwise lose their FSA coverage due to a qualifying event, subject to the special. exception described below. Many FSAs qualify for the special exception. FSAs that do not qualify for the special. exception are required to offer COBRA coverage for the maximum coverage period applicable under COBRA. In this. case, individuals electing COBRA coverage must be allowed to re-enroll for FSA coverage for subsequent plan years.