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
May 15, 2023
Portal Open for Seven Scholarships for the National Conference on Correctional Health Care
The deadline is June 12 for completed applications.
May 15, 2023
Improve Nurse Retention Through Positive Leadership
Positivity is exactly what nurse leaders need to attract and retain good employees.
May 12, 2023
CDC Updates COVID-19 Guidance Documents
Intake testing in corrections has changed to an enhanced prevention strategy.
May 11, 2023
Nominations Open for Annual NCCHC Awards
Submit yourself or a peer for an award. Deadline June 1.
May 5, 2023
Read the April Journal of Correctional Health Care in Digital Format
The April issue of the Journal of Correctional Health Care is available online at no charge. The issue includes eight articles, including topics such
