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Psychopathic individuals are overrepresented in correctional settings at a rate 15 to 25 times higher than in the general population. They are more likely
Chatham County Detention Center in Savannah is the first correctional facility to achieve NCCHC accreditation for mental health services.
Few people know more about NCCHC’s work than Dr. Tom Fagan, who has served on the board for 22 years and recently began his
Providing crisis intervention services to patients can be a challenge for many correctional mental health professionals. In most systems, mental health crises result in
This presentation will discuss human trafficking and domestic minor sex trafficking, with a focus on the intersection of juvenile justice and DMST. Presented by
John R. Miles, MPA, editor of the Journal of Correctional Health Care, argues for accreditation and health care standards in his Editor’s Letter published
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Applications are due August 5 for students and new correctional health professionals.
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CDC is tracking multiple cases of monkeypox that have been reported in several countries, including the United States, and urging healthcare providers to be
Harrison Award of Merit 2022
For the first time, NCCHC is soliciting nominations for our highest honors. Due July 15
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NCCHC is accepting presentation proposals through August 26 for the 2023 Spring Conference on Correctional Health Care, taking place April 29 – May 2
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The goal of end-of-life care in corrections, as in other contexts, is to prevent or relieve suffering as much as possible while preserving and
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She is director of the Project Management Office of NCCHC’s consulting subsidiary, NCCHC Resources.