The Importance of Custody-Health Care Collaboration, Part 1
If you work in correctional health care, you not only have to interact and care for incarcerated patients; you also need to collaborate with
Dec 6, 2021
Minimum Age of Prosecution of 12: What Does It Mean and Why Does It Matter?
Last February, police in Rochester, New York, responded to what they termed a “family trouble” call regarding a 9-year-old girl. Upon arrival, police handcuffed
Dec 1, 2021
Reaching across Communication Barriers to Understand Our Patients
The way we communicate has changed tremendously as the internet has replaced traditional media like newspapers and TV. Instead of reading an entire article,
Nov 23, 2021
American Diabetes Association releases new position statement on Diabetes Management in Correctional Facilities
From the report summary: People with diabetes should receive care that meets national standards. Being incarcerated does not change these standards. Patients must have
Nov 23, 2021
Governance Board Slated for 2021-2022
Sam Soltis will lead a dynamic Governance Board in 2022.
Nov 16, 2021
NCCHC Board Approves Updated Position Statement on Naloxone in Correctional Facilities
In light of new reports on lives saved in jails, the NCCHC Governance Board has updated the NCCHC Position Statement on Naloxone in Correctional
Mar 12, 2025
NCCHC Releases New Jail Guidelines for Medical Treatment of SUD
This free publication incorporates evidence-based recommendations for implementing and evaluating MAT programs,
Mar 11, 2025
Honoring Social Workers, Health Care HR Professionals, and Doctors in Correctional Health Care
March is a month of recognition for three essential groups in correctional health care: Social Workers, Health Care HR Professionals, and Doctors. These professionals
Mar 6, 2025
Investing in Tomorrow: Scholars & Scholarships in Focus
Jenny educates her clients on the physiological effects of stress.
Feb 20, 2025
Building the Future: Workforce Development in Correctional Health
February’s focus is on the cornerstone of correctional health care—our workforce.
Feb 18, 2025
Revised Position Statements Support Youth in Custody
The Governance Board recently approved three revised position statements that protect youth in custody.
Feb 14, 2025
NCCHC Foundation Opens Scholarship Portal for the Correctional Mental Health Care Conference
The scholarship application portal is open for the upcoming Correctional Mental Health Care Conference. This is an incredible opportunity for individuals passionate about improving
