Sadly, nearly every day Americans are faced with traumatic events. Whether it be weather-related incidents, mass shootings or other emergencies, these experiences are frightening. In response, Magellan has developed a Crisis Communications Resources page that includes downloadable tip sheets in English and Spanish about: Helping children cope after a traumatic event How to cope after…
Caring for a family member or friend who has a disability or a chronic illness can be rewarding. But it’s also demanding. One of the keys to being a successful caregiver is to manage stress by seeking support and taking care of yourself. Managing stress is especially important for a caregiver, because stress can weaken…
Share the responsibility of care with our partner, relatives, or other support persons. Remember to rest when your child is resting. If you feel uncomfortable about leaving your sleeping child alone, sleep close by your child. Talk with your doctor if you feel exhausted and unable to continue to care for your child adequately. This…
Being a parent of a child with physical, emotional, or behavioral problems can be exhausting. Try to take good care of your physical and emotional health. Doing so will help provide you with needed energy to care for your child with special needs. Schedule time for yourself. Use a calendar or planner to set aside…
It’s officially the holiday season—bring on the parties, travel, end-of-year work activities, and squeezing in quality time with loved ones! This year, remember to make time to take care of yourself and start 2019 off with your healthiest, most vibrant YOU. Here are our top three holiday health hacks: Be mindful of your alcohol intake….
What is MRx Pipeline? In its second year of publication, this quarterly publication offers clinical insights and competitive intelligence on anticipated drugs in development. Our universal forecast model addresses trends applicable across market segments. This industry leading report profiles: Traditional and specialty drugs Agents under the pharmacy and medical benefits New molecular entities and biologics…
Recently, employees from Magellan Rx Management were featured on Rx Radio, a podcasting media company serving the pharmacy profession with a goal of inspiring healthcare professionals to take an innovative approach with healthcare. Host Richard Waithe, President of VUCA Health, sat down with eight of our pharmacists to talk about the future of pharmacy, and what…
The holidays are a fun and joyous time but also a very busy one, and holiday stress and anxiety in children can and does happen. During the holidays, there are lots of fun activities and events going on, both at home and at school. And while that can be a good thing, the constant hustle…