NCCHC mourns the loss of a correctional health care pioneer and dear friend, Dianne Rechtine, MD, CCHP-A. Her ties to the organization were strong
Jul 30, 2021
CDC Publishes Guidance on Use of Disinfectants to Reduce Viral Surface Contamination in Correctional Facilities
Workers in correctional facilities, as well as incarcerated persons who are assigned to work details, may be exposed to viral pathogens if communal, high-touch
Jul 28, 2021
NCCHC Standards and Hepatitis
For World Hepatitis Day, July 28, a reminder of what the standards have to say about hepatitis. Q: Our state performs hepatitis testing on
Jul 22, 2021
Call for Papers: Special Issue on Transgender Health and Corrections
The Journal of Correctional Health Care and Transgender Health are collaborating to produce a special issue on Transgender Health and Corrections. The special issue will highlight the complex
Jul 22, 2021
CDC to Distribute $700 Million for COVID-19 Prevention in Corrections
CDC to distribute $700 million to 64 state and local jurisdictions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in confinement facilities, including prisons, jails,
Jul 19, 2021
Akathisia: A Mysterious Medication-Induced Movement Disorder
A patient once told me, “If it was a choice between cancer and this, I would take cancer.” What is this condition that could
May 1, 2023
NCCHC Spring Conference Has Record Turnout
The NCCHC Spring Conference took place in New Orleans, Saturday – Tuesday, April 28 – May 2. The conference had the most participants of
Apr 24, 2023
NCCHC Conference “Shines a Light” on Mental Health Care
The conference supports correctional mental health professionals with insights from speakers from a variety of backgrounds.
Apr 18, 2023
NCCHC to Offer Two Webinars on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
The webinars take place June 8 and 15.
Apr 14, 2023
How Creating a Mission, Vision, and Values Statement Can Inspire Your Health Staff
Our values are guiding behaviors that describe how we pursue our vision and mission.
Apr 14, 2023
In Memorium: B. Jaye Anno Award Winner Kenneth L. Faiver, MPH, CCHP
Author, surveyor, and correctional health leader Kenneth L. Faiver has passed away.
Apr 13, 2023
Best First Quarter for CCHPs in Six Years
Certified Correctional Health Professional status was attained by 87 individuals in the first quarter of 2023, representing the best first quarter since 2017. Specialty
