Dionne Hart, MD, Joins NCCHC Board of Representatives
Dr. Hart serves as the American Medical Association’s liaison to the NCCHC board.
Feb 10, 2021
NCCHC supports bipartisan bill to allow incarcerated to get addiction treatment covered by Medicaid starting 30 days before release
The bill, “The Medicaid Reentry Act,” will be introduced Wednesday in the Senate. The bipartisan measure, coauthored by Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), would create
Feb 10, 2021
NCCHC Unveils Free Virtual Conference on Correctional Health Care
Spring Conference 2021 open to all online April 27-28
Feb 8, 2021
NCCHC Foundation Board of Trustees Welcomes Three New Members, Elects New Chair
Brenda Fields RN, Sheriff Peter Koutoujian, and Dr. Joseph Penn Join the Board. Dr. Sharen Barboza elected chair.
Jan 28, 2021
Move from Crisis to Confidence
Jails across the country face many similar problems. Inexperienced or limited staff, lack of funding, lack of resources, and a population with chronic undertreated
Jan 25, 2021
Corizon Gift Supports Workforce Diversity
Corizon Health’s gift to the NCCHC Foundation provides conference scholarships for HBCU students interested in correctional health.
Nov 8, 2024
Champion Change With Us and Double Your Impact
As the year comes to a close, we’re reminded of the extraordinary strength and resilience of those who champion change in the face of
Nov 1, 2024
Resources for Chronic Disease Testing in Correctional Institutions
Local public health districts can help lower costs and add expertise.
Oct 30, 2024
CDC Releases Model Food Safety Practices for Correctional Facilities
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released new guidance: Model Food Safety Practices for Correctional Facilities. This guidance is based on
Oct 30, 2024
Meet the New Board Chair
Patricia Blair, PhD, JD, CCHP-RN, CCHP-A, is an attorney, educator, nurse, and scholar.
Oct 29, 2024
New Position Statement Addresses Health Risks of Extreme Temperatures
NCCHC adopted a position statement urging carceral facilities to minimize extreme temperature exposures.
Oct 21, 2024
Annual Award Winners Announced at National Conference
NCCHC’s annual awards were presented at the National Conference in Las Vegas.