My journey as a clinician began accidentally when I took a job as a care navigator, a natural extension of the eight years I’d
Jul 8, 2021
Oxcarbazepine & Carbamazepine Interact With HIV Meds
Since HIV and serious mental illness are both common in the incarcerated population, it is important to understand a dangerous interaction between many HIV
Jul 6, 2021
NCCHC Releases Position Statement Supporting Provision of Health Records to Patients Upon Release From Incarceration
As a member of the policy and research committee and someone whose career has focused on health information technology and health services administration, I
Jun 28, 2021
Leading in Difficult Times: COVID-19 & Beyond
Part 4 of a conversation with Esmaeil Porsa, MD, MPH, MBA, CCHP-P, CCHP-A, Ron Charpentier, MBA, and Kevin Counihan, with Brent Gibson, MD, MPH,
Jun 28, 2021
New Position Statement Supports Sharing Health Records at Release
To facilitate continuity of care, correctional facilities should provide outgoing patients with portable health records that they may share with selected or designated community
Jun 21, 2021
LGBTQ+ Resources
For Pride Month, we have assembled a list of LGBTQ+ resources for those who work in corrections, health care, or social services. If you
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
