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
Aug 26, 2024
Rosalind Franklin Society Announces Outstanding Research Award for the Journal Of Correctional Health Care
This annual award recognizes outstanding research and published work of women and underrepresented minority scientists, physicians, and engineers.
Aug 16, 2024
Standards Q&A: Annual 12-Hour CE Requirement
Does our state CE requirement for RNs meet the standard?
Aug 7, 2024
Free Webinar Highlights Changes to Medicaid Inmate Exclusion Policy for Youth
Starting January 1, 2025, young people can maintain Medicaid coverage while incarcerated.
Jul 24, 2024
Share Your Expertise at the NCCHC Spring Conference on Correctional Health Care
Help shape the future of correctional health care.
Jul 23, 2024
CDC Updates Information on TBI and Corrections
TBI is linked to disciplinary problems., higher recidivism rates, mental health problems, and SUD.
Jul 18, 2024
NCCHC Board Adopts Strategic Priorities for 2024 – 2029
Collaboration/leadership, education, advocacy, and innovation/growth adopted as priorities.
