Teladoc Health Is Providing Free Virtual Health Care Services to Hawaii Residents Impacted by Wildfires

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Teladoc Health offers free virtual medical visits to Hawaii residents affected by wildfires

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• Teladoc Health is providing free, 24/7 general medical telehealth visits to Hawaii residents impacted by wildfires
• Virtual care can help patients manage wildfire-induced flare ups of chronic illnesses
• Teladoc Health deploys resources each year to respond to natural disasters, enabling free access to care for people with non-emergency illnesses

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PURCHASE, NY, Aug. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teladoc Health (NYSE: TDOC), the global leader in whole-person virtual care, is providing free, 24/7 general medical telehealth visits to Hawaii residents, first responders and others directly impacted by the recent devastating wildfires.

Individuals in Hawaii who have been displaced or who cannot access medical care as a result of the fires can seek treatment from a licensed health care professional for any non-emergency illness by calling Teladoc Health directly at 855-225-5032. Individuals seeking physician-authorization for prescription refills of non-narcotic drugs can also get assistance. For emergencies, patients should call 911.

“When medical resources are already strained during natural disasters, virtual care can help patients manage wildfire-induced flare ups of chronic illnesses, such as asthma,” said Dr. Vidya Raman-Tangella, chief medical officer at Teladoc Health. “Virtual care is a proven solution that supports community health during these times, and we are grateful to provide access to care as Hawaii rebuilds and recovers from the fires.”

Teladoc Health deploys resources each year to respond to federally declared natural disasters across the United States—hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, floods, power outages and blizzards—enabling free access to care for people with non-emergency illnesses, from diagnosing common conditions, such respiratory infections and urinary tract infections, to ensuring uninterrupted access to certain prescriptions.

For more information, visit https://www.teladoc.com/disaster-hotline/

About Teladoc Health

Teladoc Health empowers all people everywhere to live their healthiest lives by transforming the healthcare experience. As the world leader in whole-person virtual care, Teladoc Health uses proprietary health signals and personalized interactions to drive better health outcomes across the full continuum of care, at every stage in a person’s health journey. Teladoc Health leverages more than two decades of expertise and data-driven insights to meet the growing virtual care needs of consumers and healthcare professionals. For more information, please visit www.teladochealth.com or follow @TeladocHealth on Twitter.

Source: Teladoc Health, Inc. – General

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PR@teladochealth.com  
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FAQ

What is Teladoc Health offering to Hawaii residents affected by wildfires?

Teladoc Health is offering free, 24/7 general medical telehealth visits to Hawaii residents impacted by wildfires.

How can Hawaii residents access the free telehealth visits?

Hawaii residents can access the free telehealth visits by calling Teladoc Health directly at 855-225-5032.

What other assistance can individuals get from Teladoc Health?

Individuals can also get assistance with physician-authorization for prescription refills of non-narcotic drugs.

Why is virtual care important during natural disasters?

Virtual care can help patients manage wildfire-induced flare ups of chronic illnesses and ensure uninterrupted access to certain prescriptions.

Does Teladoc Health provide free access to care during other natural disasters?

Yes, Teladoc Health deploys resources each year to respond to natural disasters and provide free access to care for people with non-emergency illnesses.