In Memoriam: Former NCCHC Board Member Ronald Shansky, MD, MPH
Dr. Ronald Shansky, a pioneer in correctional health care, passed away on September 16 after a life dedicated to improving the medical care of
Sep 16, 2024
A Collaborative Syphilis Screening Pilot Project
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office designed an opt-out testing pilot program to screen all women for syphilis.
Sep 6, 2024
New Position Statement Addresses Diagnosis and Management of Hepatitis C
The new NCCHC position statement encourages correctional systems to adopt comprehensive hepatitis C programs.
Aug 28, 2024
New Video Highlights Careers in Correctional Mental Health
The latest in the NCCHC Foundation’s video series explores careers in correctional mental health.
Aug 28, 2024
Uniting Against Isolation: Strengthening the Correctional Services Community
By fostering connections, we can transform corrections into a more compassionate community.
Aug 27, 2024
Dr. Jamal Gwathney Elected to NCCHC CCHP Board of Trustees
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Health Service Corps Deputy Medical Director Jamal Gwathney, MD, MPH, CCHP, has been elected to a three-year term on
Jul 15, 2025
NCCHC Announces Four New Staff Members
To keep up with growing demands, NCCHC has announced the appointment of four new staff members in Education, Accreditation, and NCCHC Resources. Education Department
Jul 2, 2025
Caring for Those in the Shadows
How we treat our most vulnerable is a direct reflection of our nation’s values.
Jul 1, 2025
Thriving Together: NCCHC Foundation Mid-Year Impact Report
It’s time to reflect on the incredible progress we’ve made together.
Jun 24, 2025
Coming Soon! New Jail, Prison, and Mental Health Standards
Big news! Revised jail, prison, and mental health standards will soon be available.
Jun 24, 2025
Lifelong Learning: Advancing Excellence in Correctional Health Care Through Education
In the ever-evolving field of health care, staying current is essential.
Jun 13, 2025
CDC and Partners Release Updated TB Treatment Guidelines
Treating tuberculosis disease improves individual health, minimizes risk for death and disability, and reduces transmission of TB to others. On December 31, 2024, the
