Two Free Webinars Announced on Infectious Diseases and Monkeypox
In conjunction with the American Jail Association, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and National Sheriffs’ Association, NCCHC will present a free webinar
Aug 5, 2022
NCCHC Recognizes Importance of Legal Abortion for Optimizing Maternal Health Outcomes
Each year, tens of thousands of pregnant people enter jails, prisons, and juvenile detention systems. As outlined in our Standards, NCCHC recognizes the importance
Jul 29, 2022
Washington State Passes Law Requiring Review of Unexpected Fatalities
NCCHC standard covers unexpected fatalities
Jul 27, 2022
July 28 Is World Hepatitis Day
Learn all about hepatitis in corrections, find helpful resources from the experts at CDC.
Jul 22, 2022
Mary Mac Kinnon Named New NCCHC Exhibits and Sales Manager
Mary Mac Kinnon will lead NCCHC’s sales and advertising programs, including exhibit sales for NCCHC’s three national conferences. Ms. Mac Kinnon has worked for
Jul 14, 2022
Deaf and Incarcerated, Part 3: Legal Considerations
How do disability laws apply to deaf people who are incarcerated? It’s complicated.
Oct 5, 2026
NCCHC Welcomes Nine New Surveyors
NCCHC surveyors play an important role in advancing quality correctional health care.
Oct 1, 2026
NCCHC Foundation Launches Free Reentry Toolkit to Strengthen Continuity of Care
Free digital resource to help jails and their community partners strengthen reentry programs and continuity of care.
Sep 29, 2026
On Purpose and Progress: 50 Years of Raising the Standard
By Deborah Ross, CCHP, NCCHC chief executive officer This fall, we will gather in Las Vegas for the 50th anniversary of the National Conference
Sep 25, 2026
Rethinking Antibiotic Prescribing in Correctional Dentistry: Why It’s Time for Evidence-Based Practice Behind the Wall
Most dental pain requires definitive treatment, paired with over-the-counter pain relievers, not antibiotics.
Sep 22, 2026
National Recovery Month: Supporting Recovery in Correctional Health Care
Recognize the professionals working every day to provide treatment and support in correctional settings.
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.