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Nov 13, 2024

NCCHC Welcomes New Class of Surveyors

Fifteen correctional health professionals have completed the training necessary to become surveyors for NCCHC. They are:Lemuel Cabahug, MSN, CPHQ, CCHP-RNKaren Dorse, MSN, MSHS, CCHPHeidi
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Nov 8, 2024

Champion Change With Us and Double Your Impact

As the year comes to a close, we’re reminded of the extraordinary strength and resilience of those who champion change in the face of
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Nov 1, 2024

Resources for Chronic Disease Testing in Correctional Institutions

Local public health districts can help lower costs and add expertise.
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Oct 30, 2024

CDC Releases Model Food Safety Practices for Correctional Facilities

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released new guidance: Model Food Safety Practices for Correctional Facilities. This guidance is based on
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Oct 30, 2024

Meet the New Board Chair

Patricia Blair, PhD, JD, CCHP-RN, CCHP-A, is an attorney, educator, nurse, and scholar.
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Oct 29, 2024

New Position Statement Addresses Health Risks of Extreme Temperatures

NCCHC adopted a position statement urging carceral facilities to minimize extreme temperature exposures.
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Oct 21, 2024

Annual Award Winners Announced at National Conference

NCCHC’s annual awards were presented at the National Conference in Las Vegas.
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Oct 16, 2024

CCHP Program Awards 560 Certifications in 2024

In 2024, every specialty category tied or surpassed the number certified in 2023.
CCHP-A 30th anniversary and CCHP-MH 10th anniversary
Oct 16, 2024

Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence: The CCHP-A Certification Marks Three Decades of Leadership in Correctional Health Care

Thirty years ago, the Certified Correctional Health Professional-Advanced (CCHP-A) certification was introduced, establishing a new standard for excellence in correctional health care. Since then,
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Oct 11, 2024

Challenges Facing Jails Today – and Tomorrow: Findings From an NCCHC Resources Survey of Jail Leaders

By Claire Wolfe MPH, MA, CCHP, and Fred Meyer, MA, CJM, CCHP, NCCHC Resources