A recent article in the Chicago Tribune pointed out that COVID-19 vaccine rates for prison staffers were alarmingly low. “In Massachusetts, more than half
Mar 30, 2021
NCCHC Announces Keynotes for Free Virtual Conference on Correctional Health Care
The Spring Conference will feature keynotes on Lessons Learned From COVID-19 and Medication-Assisted Treatment – at no charge to attendees.
Mar 23, 2021
MOUD in Corrections: Saving and Changing Lives
Whitney was six months pregnant and struggling with opioid use disorder (OUD) when she got to jail. But the jail did not provide her
Mar 19, 2021
Monoclonal Antibody Therapeutics: Improving COVID-19 Patient Outcomes in Correctional Health Care
I wanted to pass on some new and highly relevant information on exciting medical innovations highlighted by our colleagues at the HHS/Assistant Secretary for
Mar 18, 2021
Indivior Gift to Support MOUD in Jails and Prisons
The NCCHC Foundation is pleased to announce Indivior’s Platinum Level support for the Foundation’s Partners in Correctional Health Annual Giving Society. The global pharmaceutical
Mar 16, 2021
Restrictive Housing in Juvenile Corrections
For those of us who provide treatment in juvenile correctional settings, the resilience demonstrated by our adolescent patients constantly reminds of us why we
Mar 18, 2026
Hear From NCCHC Program of the Year Winners
Free webinar highlighting award-winning innovation in action.
Mar 13, 2026
Introducing the NCCHC Foundation Preceptorship Portal and Workforce Development Hub
A strong correctional health care workforce doesn’t happen by chance. It grows through mentorship, shared expertise, and meaningful opportunities for professionals to support one
Mar 10, 2026
CDC Seeks Input on Correctional Food Service Knowledge
Please help CDC assess food safety by May 5.
Mar 9, 2026
NCCHC in Correctional News: “The Greater Risk: Failing to Modernize Jail Health Operations”
Correctional leaders today are navigating an increasingly complex landscape — one where medical, behavioral, and operational challenges intersect daily. As expectations rise and resources
Mar 2, 2026
Education Is Part of Health Care: Why Health Professionals Must Act for Youth in Confinement
The focus of this statement is on youth in confinement, given the direct ties to community pediatric evidence-based standards of care.
Mar 2, 2026
Scholarships Available for the 2026 NCCHC Correctional Mental Health Care Conference
