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May 15, 2023

Portal Open for Seven Scholarships for the National Conference on Correctional Health Care

The deadline is June 12 for completed applications.

May 15, 2023

Improve Nurse Retention Through Positive Leadership

Positivity is exactly what nurse leaders need to attract and retain good employees.

May 12, 2023

CDC Updates COVID-19 Guidance Documents

Intake testing in corrections has changed to an enhanced prevention strategy.

May 11, 2023

Nominations Open for Annual NCCHC Awards

Submit yourself or a peer for an award. Deadline June 1.

May 5, 2023

Read the April Journal of Correctional Health Care in Digital Format

The April issue of the Journal of Correctional Health Care is available online at no charge. The issue includes eight articles, including topics such

May 3, 2023

Thank a Correctional Officer!

May 7-13 is National Correctional Officers Week.

Oct 27, 2025

Leadership Development as a Clinical Quality Strategy in Correctional Health Care

Training is a necessary part of clinical quality and risk management.

Oct 27, 2025

New CCHP Count Hits Highest in Eight Years

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

Oct 21, 2025

American Correctional Nurses Association Co-Founders To Receive DAISY Leadership Awards

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

Oct 17, 2025

NCCHC Journal Seeks Submissions on Sociostructural Determinants of Health

We seek contributions examine the institutional and environmental drivers of health outcomes, but also offer practical, scalable, or innovative responses

Oct 14, 2025

Shine a Light on What Matters Most

NCCHC will match donations up to $25K through Dec 31.