News | National Commission on Correctional Health Care
Dec 2, 2020

Supporting Our Patients, Supporting Ourselves

By William Elliott, PhD, Correctional Mental Health Consultant and Trainer Physicians, nurses, mental health professionals, and other health care employees who work in jails
Dec 1, 2020

Correctional Medicine’s Movers & Shakers: CCHP-Ps

The CCHP-P program was launched in 2015 to give correctional physicians (the second P in CCHP-P) an opportunity to earn a credential that acknowledges
Nov 30, 2020

NCCHC Foundation Receives Grant From Bureau of Justice Assistance to Address Substance Use Disorder in Jails

The Bureau of Justice Assistance Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Abuse Program has selected the NCCHC Foundation as the lead organization for creation of
Nov 23, 2020

NCCHC Foundation Scholarship Winners Say Thank You

In keeping with one area of the NCCHC Foundation’s focus – scholarships, opportunities for continuing education, and workforce development – 30% of all funds
Nov 17, 2020

NCCHC’s New Board Chair Shares His Thoughts about Coping with COVID-19

by Joseph V. Penn, MD, CCHP-MH: I was recently asked how correctional health care has changed since the last time I was NCCHC chairman
Nov 17, 2020

Award Winners Honored at Virtual National Conference

NCCHC announces outstanding individuals, facilities, and programs in correctional health care during a virtual awards ceremony.
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Oct 16, 2024

CCHP Program Awards 560 Certifications in 2024

In 2024, every specialty category tied or surpassed the number certified in 2023.
CCHP-A 30th anniversary and CCHP-MH 10th anniversary
Oct 16, 2024

Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence: The CCHP-A Certification Marks Three Decades of Leadership in Correctional Health Care

Thirty years ago, the Certified Correctional Health Professional-Advanced (CCHP-A) certification was introduced, establishing a new standard for excellence in correctional health care. Since then,
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Oct 11, 2024

Challenges Facing Jails Today – and Tomorrow: Findings From an NCCHC Resources Survey of Jail Leaders

By Claire Wolfe MPH, MA, CCHP, and Fred Meyer, MA, CJM, CCHP, NCCHC Resources
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Oct 1, 2024

Be a Winner and Make a Difference at NCCHC Foundation’s 2024 Online Auction

Contribute to a great cause and bring home terrific prizes.
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Sep 30, 2024

Thoughts on Reentry and the Continuum of Care

We must prioritize access to services and opportunities for our patients upon reentry.
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Sep 30, 2024

Denise Hinkle, CPA, Named as New Director of NCCHC Resources Project Management Office

Ms. Hinkle is an inactive certified public accountant and multidisciplinary consultant with extensive experience in accounting, project management, business advisory, executive leadership, and business