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 14, 2026
Dr. Byron Kennedy Joins NCCHC Board of Representatives
Dr. Kennedy brings extensive experience in correctional medicine, public health leadership, and population health strategy.
Aug 12, 2026
Why People Choose to Leave a Legacy
Honoring a Life. Inspiring the Future. “He never asked about the crime, he only treated the patients.” — Mary Paris For Joseph E.
Jul 30, 2026
Small Practices, Big Impact: Three Easy Exercises to Support Staff Well-Being
Correctional health care asks a great deal of you, and your body adapts.
Jul 28, 2026
World Hepatitis Day 2026: Continued Education, Continued Improvement
Build a workforce that meets the moment.
Jul 28, 2026
NCCHC Awards Free Conference, Webinar Registrations for CE Participation
12-week conference survey participants were eligible.
Jul 22, 2026
Building Careers. Building Tomorrow: MTC Medical Partners with the NCCHC Foundation Career Center
Become part of the effort to build tomorrow’s correctional health care workforce.
