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Medicaid
Sep 9, 2026

States Must Protect Medicaid for People Returning Home from Incarceration

Unless officials take action, millions of people are likely to fall through the cracks.
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Jul 14, 2026

The New Medicaid Coverage Cliff: Why Correctional Leaders Should Be Concerned About 2027 Work Requirements

Estimates project that 2.3 million people could lose Medicaid coverage during the first year of implementation.
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Jun 23, 2026

Guest Editorial: 1115 Waivers, 5121 Planning Grants, Care Coordination, and Why They Should Matter to Everyone

Medicaid reentry waivers and planning grants can help people leave custody with care already in place.
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Jun 11, 2026

Men’s Health Week: Addressing Years of Unmet Health Needs

This Men’s Health Week, we recognize the essential role correctional health professionals play in improving health outcomes for men during incarceration and beyond.
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Apr 28, 2026

Thank You for Being the Heart of Correctional Health Care

Celebrating National Nurses Week
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Apr 24, 2026

Measles Outbreaks Reported in U.S. Detention Facilities

More than 100 cases in correctional institutions in 2026 to date.
Antimicrobial
Apr 8, 2026

Advancing Antimicrobial Stewardship in Correctional Settings

A new NCCHC position statement highlights an urgent and growing priority in correctional health: antimicrobial stewardship.
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Apr 7, 2026

The Promise and Peril of AI

“As a field, we have both an opportunity and a responsibility to thoughtfully explore how these technologies can advance our mission and improve the
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Mar 30, 2026

The Future Starts Here: Honoring Physicians Who Transform Correctional Health Care

Correctional physicians are leaders on the front lines of public health.
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Mar 10, 2026

CDC Seeks Input on Correctional Food Service Knowledge

Please help CDC assess food safety by May 5.