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Suicide reduction, treating opioid addiction and gender dysphoria are on the agenda.
The Institute for Medical Quality (IMQ) is no longer providing correctional health consulting and Title 15 Medical/Mental Health inspections. To assure there is no
New board chair Robby Morris is a national expert on health care for juveniles in the justice system. This profile shares information about his background,
NCCHC has partnered with the nation’s largest suicide prevention organization to create an authoritative resource. Available now!
New Chair, Chair-Elect, Secretary and Treasurer Announced
NCCHC announces outstanding individuals, facilities and programs in correctional health care in Fort Lauderdale.
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The way we use language to conceptualize people can shape our attitudes about people and how we treat them.
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The pervasive criminalization of misbehavior of school-aged Black youth has created the school-to-prison pipeline.
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Available for download at no charge. “With today’s widespread staffing shortages, we run a higher risk of errors that can affect patients’ lives.”
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NCCHC’s accreditation program is growing, and the staff is growing to keep up with demand.
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Access to a nutritious, palatable diet is essential to personal well-being, a medical necessity, and a fundamental human right. To advance the nutritional wellness
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Adopting MAT requires training, new processes, and most importantly, a new outlook and understanding of addiction.