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
Jul 17, 2024
CCHP Program on Track for a Steller 2024
The 160 professionals earning their CCHPs in the second quarter brings the number of new CCHPs for 2024 to 449.
Jul 12, 2024
Council of State Governments Seeks Participants for Medicaid Reentry Planning
The Policy Academy will bring together teams of senior executive agency leaders to develop multi-sector collaborative planning to leverage Medicaid for improving reentry
Jul 11, 2024
New Ideas to Address Mental Health Care and Substance Use Disorders
The agency’s proactive approach to providing advanced care to reduce adverse outcomes is exemplary.
Jul 3, 2024
CDC Seeks Input on Food Safety Practices
The listening session will take place Jul 9, 2024 at 11:00 am (Eastern Time).
Jul 2, 2024
NCCHC Board Member Discusses Women’s Health Issues for Fibroids Awareness Month
Dr. Knittel stresses the importance of communication with patients.
