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.
Apr 29, 2022
New Members Continue to Strengthen NCCHC Board
NCCHC welcomes three new members to its multidisciplinary board of representatives.
Apr 28, 2022
Abuse of Incarcerated People Position Statement Updated
Correctional health professionals have a fundamental duty to the clinical care, physical safety, and psychological wellness of their patients. NCCHC has revised its position
Apr 25, 2022
Standards Q & A: Is a Grievance Log Required?
Q: Is a log necessary for tracking grievances? It is not in the compliance indicators for the grievance process standard, but it is something we
Apr 25, 2022
Standards Q and A: Scope of Practice with Patient Care Needs
Q: I work in a jail and am trying to find guidance on what credential a jail nurse needs to have. Does the nurse have
Apr 25, 2022
Standards Q & A: The Importance of Refusal Forms
Q: If we document a patient’s refusal to a treatment or medication offered in the patient’s health record, why do we also need to include
Apr 25, 2022
Good for Everyone: Interventions to Maintain Mental Health During COVID
The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected staff and residents of correctional facilities, and the impact goes beyond physical health. Protecting the community has required
