Category Archives: Health & Wellness

Communication Update from Magellan, SMU’s EAP Program Manager

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Mary Stall

May 21, 2013 Follow up – Moore, OK tornado disaster As Magellan has learned more information and details about the tornado that hit Moore, OK additional tools, resources, and material have been made available to their clients. Magellan issued a … Continue reading →

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SMU’s EAP Program Announces Resources for Employees Coping with Natural Disasters

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Mary Stall

MAGELLAN HEALTH SERVICES ESTABLISHES NATIONAL TOLL-FREE HOTLINE FOLLOWING MOORE, OKLAHOMA TORNADO Counselors available to help individuals cope with natural disaster- – Natural disaster toolkit available on website –  AVON, Conn. – May 21, 2013 – Magellan Health Services Inc. (NASDAQ: … Continue reading →

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Blue365® Program Exclusively For SMU Medical Plan Participants

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Holly Carter

With the Blue365® program, members can save money on health care products and services such as fitness gear, gym memberships, family activities, healthy eating options and much more — all offered by top national and local retailers. Using the program … Continue reading →

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Got Drugs? National Take-Back Day on April 27, 2013

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Holly Carter

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 1 in 9 teens have abused prescription drugs. Often these medications are found in the home. Parents and adults can do their part to rid their homes of dangerous prescription drugs by … Continue reading →

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How Soon is Now? Talking to Kids about Alcohol!

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Holly Carter

The road to adulthood can be paved with more than one uncomfortable conversation. But don’t wait too long to bring up the subject of alcohol with your children. Even some children in elementary school are making decisions about whether to … Continue reading →

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Magellan’s EAP Program Communications Update on the West, TX Explosion

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Mary Stall

West, TX Explosion Recovering from a disaster can be physically and mentally draining. When a fire or explosion occurs such as the one in West, TX, lives are suddenly turned around. One of the hardest things about a community tragedy … Continue reading →

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Compass Health Pro: Avoid Unnecessary Charges on Your Surgery…Know Your Costs Upfront!

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Holly Carter

Jeremy Garrett, your Compass Health Pro, is always here to help you make the most of your healthcare dollars. One of the areas where people spend the most money is on surgery. There can be so many more costs than expected. … Continue reading →

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Catch Your Zzzs for Free

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Holly Carter

Three out of five Americans have trouble sleeping. In the search for a cure, we spend up to $24 billion a year on products such as sleeping pills, pricey pillows, expensive mattresses, white noise machines, aroma therapy potions, and more. … Continue reading →

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Join Us for National Walking Day on April 3, 2013

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Lorea Seidel

These days, adults are spending more time sitting than ever before, whether it’s on the job or in front of a screen at home. This is a problem when you consider the fact that physical inactivity doubles the risk of heart … Continue reading →

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