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
Dec 19, 2022
Defensive Documentation for Nurses
Commit to following best nursing documentation practices in the new year.
Dec 14, 2022
Welcome to New Senior Staff
NCCHC welcomes two senior staff members to key positions within the organization.
Dec 14, 2022
Share Your Expertise in 2023
Be a leader in correctional health care and share your expertise as a speaker or panelist at the Correctional Mental Health Care Conference or
Dec 13, 2022
Opioid Settlement Funds Becoming Available for Corrections
A unique opportunity to secure funding for MAT for opioid use disorders.
Dec 12, 2022
NCCHC Welcomes New National Medical Association Board Liaison
Jay Cowan, MD, is the new National Medical Association liaison to the NCCHC board.
Dec 8, 2022
CDC Releases New Resources for Mpox in Correctional Environments
