Transitions in Health Services: Don’t Let Change Disrupt Patient Care
By Brent R. Gibson, MD, MPH, CAE, FACPM, CCHP-P As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to challenge society, and corrections in particular, it’s important not
Apr 20, 2020
Correctional Health, Public Health & COVID-19
by Alison O. Jordan, MSW, LCSW “Correctional health is public health”—We say this often, but what does it mean? It means that the correctional
Apr 13, 2020
New Opportunties to Save Lives in Jails and Prisons Amidst Twin Crises
After two decades of a growing opioid crisis, we are now confronting a second crisis – the COVID-19 pandemic. With no proven treatments or
Apr 9, 2020
NCCHC Calls on President, Legislators to Support Adequate PPE for Corrections
NCCHC has received many inquiries regarding a lack of personal protective equipment (PPE) for correctional staff and inmates. A recent study completed with researchers
Apr 9, 2020
NCCHC and Harvard University Researchers Release Study on Coronavirus in Corrections
Correctional staff have a higher infection rate than inmates. More testing and PPE is needed.
Apr 6, 2020
Guidance for Telemedicine – Start the Innovation Engines
As April starts, the country remains in the grips of the COVID-19 pandemic. Communities nationwide are facing issues of quarantine and isolation, loss of
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
