Celebrating National Addiction Professionals Day: Thank You for Making a Difference
Together, we’re creating pathways to hope and healing.
Mar 19, 2025
Addressing Challenges in Correctional Health: Insights from the Western State Sheriffs’ Association Conference
by Richard Forbus, MBA-HCM, CCHP Last week, I had the opportunity to attend the Western State Sheriff’s Association conference in Reno, Nevada. Sheriffs and
Mar 12, 2025
NCCHC Releases New Jail Guidelines for Medical Treatment of SUD
This free publication incorporates evidence-based recommendations for implementing and evaluating MAT programs,
Jul 24, 2024
Hudson County’s Experience with MAT
Becky Scott, Director of the Hudson County Correctional Center, discusses the challenges and strategies of implementing Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder with
Feb 23, 2024
DEA Releases Threat Report Showing Rise in Use of Dangerous Drugs
The Drug Enforcement Agency has released a report for law enforcement highlighting enduring and emerging threats, especially in the area of illegal and dangerous
Sep 29, 2023
From the Field: The Opioid Crisis and Evolving Challenges in Jails and Prisons
Substances referred to in the community as “Tranq” and “Frankenstein” have increased the potency and dangers related to opioid abuse.
Sep 20, 2023
Recognizing Addiction Professionals Making a Difference in Corrections on National Addiction Professionals Day
NCCHC salutes correctional health care addiction professionals on September 20, National Addiction Professionals Day, and every day.
Jun 26, 2023
Federal Guidelines Released for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails
2023 Guidelines for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails: released by US Department of Justice
Apr 18, 2023
NCCHC to Offer Two Webinars on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
The webinars take place June 8 and 15.
Mar 8, 2023
US to Allow Medicaid to Pay for Drug Treatment in Prisons
Coming soon: Medicaid funding for mental health and drug treatment in corrections
