Magellan Health Provides Free Counseling Services and Resources to Individuals Impacted by Wildfires in Tennessee and Tornadoes across the Southern United States

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Magellan Health, Inc. MGLN today announced that it will provide free telephonic counseling services and other resources to individuals impacted by the wildfires in Tennessee and tornadoes across the southern United States. These services and resources can help people deal with the feelings of fear, sadness, anger and hopelessness that may occur following manmade or natural disasters.

The toll-free number to access free, confidential counseling services is 1-800-327-7451.

In addition, tip sheets with resources specific to wildfire preparedness and evacuation can be found on Magellan Health's website.

• Coping with a Wildfire
• Wildfire Evacuation Tips

About Magellan Health: Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Magellan Health, Inc. is a leader in managing the fastest growing, most complex areas of health, including special populations, complete pharmacy benefits and other specialty areas of healthcare. Magellan develops innovative solutions that combine advanced analytics, agile technology and clinical excellence to drive better decision making, positively impact health outcomes and optimize the cost of care for the members we serve — all within a customer-first culture. Magellan's customers include health plans and other managed care organizations, employers, labor unions, various military and governmental agencies and third-party administrators. For more information, visit MagellanHealth.com.

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