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.
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.
