News | National Commission on Correctional Health Care
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“… essential guidance on tackling racism in the juvenile legal system and custodial settings.”
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We emphasized the importance of treating patients with chronic pain with dignity and respect that is free from stigma or bias.
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130 individuals earned their CCHPs in the third quarter, representing the best third quarter since 2017.
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The Journal of Correctional Health Care is the only national, peer-reviewed scientific journal to focus on this complex and evolving field. Targeting clinicians, allied
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NCCHC’s annual awards were presented at the National Conference in Las Vegas.
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Elizabeth Lowenhaupt, MD, CCHP, is the new chair of the NCCHC Governance Board.
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Training is a necessary part of clinical quality and risk management.
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In the third quarter of 2025, 136 dedicated professionals achieved the Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) credential—underscoring the growing commitment to excellence and professionalism
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Center for Correctional Nursing and The DAISY Foundation® will honor the co-founders of the American Correctional Nurses Association with DAISY Leadership Awards at the
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We seek contributions examine the institutional and environmental drivers of health outcomes, but also offer practical, scalable, or innovative responses
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NCCHC will match donations up to $25K through Dec 31.
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The MIEP prohibits the use of federal funds to cover health care costs while an individual is incarcerated.