Depression is more than just a rough patch
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic entered our world, the prevalence of mental illness and suicidal ideation in the US was increasing. In 2019, 61.2 million American adults (24%) had a…
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which focuses on increasing awareness and highlighting the importance of early detection. Although there has been a significant increase in awareness over the years,…
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Spotlight Magellan Health: Swarna Ramachandran
Swarna Ramachandran is bringing a new digital experience to the world of behavioral health. As vice president of digital and contact center solutions for Magellan Healthcare, Ramachandran is leading a…
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“Taking action to prevent suicide” webinar Q&A
By Dr. Beall-Wilkins and Dr. Jamie Hanna Magellan Health hosted a free webinar for September Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. If your question wasn’t answered during the webinar, or if you…
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October is American Pharmacists Month
October is American Pharmacists Month and an excellent opportunity for us to celebrate all of our Magellan Rx pharmacy heroes that help our members live healthy, vibrant lives! To kick…
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Seeking alternative solutions for chronic pain in today’s world
By Caroline Bohn, R.N., Senior Care Manager, Magellan Behavioral Health of Pennsylvania Millions of Americans suffer with chronic pain issues, every day of their lives. Conditions such as migraines, back…
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What is Collaborative Care?
Behavioral health is an important indicator of a society’s overall wellbeing, as it interacts closely with physical health. Unfortunately, most individuals do not receive the behavioral health treatment they need….
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Stop suicide, save a life
New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that suicide rates have risen to over 30% in the US since 1999.[1] Since COVID-19 began, suicidal ideation in…
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