Two Free Webinars Announced on Infectious Diseases and Monkeypox
In conjunction with the American Jail Association, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and National Sheriffs’ Association, NCCHC will present a free webinar
Aug 5, 2022
NCCHC Recognizes Importance of Legal Abortion for Optimizing Maternal Health Outcomes
Each year, tens of thousands of pregnant people enter jails, prisons, and juvenile detention systems. As outlined in our Standards, NCCHC recognizes the importance
Jul 29, 2022
Washington State Passes Law Requiring Review of Unexpected Fatalities
NCCHC standard covers unexpected fatalities
Jul 27, 2022
July 28 Is World Hepatitis Day
Learn all about hepatitis in corrections, find helpful resources from the experts at CDC.
Jul 22, 2022
Mary Mac Kinnon Named New NCCHC Exhibits and Sales Manager
Mary Mac Kinnon will lead NCCHC’s sales and advertising programs, including exhibit sales for NCCHC’s three national conferences. Ms. Mac Kinnon has worked for
Jul 14, 2022
Deaf and Incarcerated, Part 3: Legal Considerations
How do disability laws apply to deaf people who are incarcerated? It’s complicated.
Apr 24, 2024
Standards Q&A: 75% Custody Health Training Requirement
Does the 75% requirement refer to all custody staff or only those working during the survey?
Apr 23, 2024
Scholarships Available for CCHP Certification and Study Materials
Five scholarships are available that pay for CCHP testing and study materials.
Apr 16, 2024
National Viral Hepatitis Roundtable webinar on Monday, April 22
Free webinar on reentry waivers and combating hepatitis C
Apr 12, 2024
Standards Q&A: Documenting Nonemergent Health Care Requests
What touchpoints should we document for nonemergent medical, dental, and mental health care requests?
Apr 11, 2024
CCHP Program Continues to be a Pillar of Patient Care
Certified Correctional Health Professional status was attained by 82 individuals in the first quarter of 2024.
Apr 8, 2024
Care for Aging Patients in the Correctional Setting
NCCHC’s new position statement addresses the needs of the aging population.
