In Memoriam: Former NCCHC Board Member Ronald Shansky, MD, MPH
Dr. Ronald Shansky, a pioneer in correctional health care, passed away on September 16 after a life dedicated to improving the medical care of
Sep 16, 2024
A Collaborative Syphilis Screening Pilot Project
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office designed an opt-out testing pilot program to screen all women for syphilis.
Sep 6, 2024
New Position Statement Addresses Diagnosis and Management of Hepatitis C
The new NCCHC position statement encourages correctional systems to adopt comprehensive hepatitis C programs.
Aug 28, 2024
New Video Highlights Careers in Correctional Mental Health
The latest in the NCCHC Foundation’s video series explores careers in correctional mental health.
Aug 28, 2024
Uniting Against Isolation: Strengthening the Correctional Services Community
By fostering connections, we can transform corrections into a more compassionate community.
Aug 27, 2024
Dr. Jamal Gwathney Elected to NCCHC CCHP Board of Trustees
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Health Service Corps Deputy Medical Director Jamal Gwathney, MD, MPH, CCHP, has been elected to a three-year term on
Jun 30, 2026
The Art and Science of Attracting and Retaining Correctional Health Professionals
In high-stress situations, staff need to know they are supported.
Jun 24, 2026
PTSD Awareness Month: Seeing Trauma Clearly in Correctional Health Care
Facilities have the opportunity to reduce harm and break cycles.
Jun 23, 2026
Guest Editorial: 1115 Waivers, 5121 Planning Grants, Care Coordination, and Why They Should Matter to Everyone
Medicaid reentry waivers and planning grants can help people leave custody with care already in place.
Jun 11, 2026
Men’s Health Week: Addressing Years of Unmet Health Needs
This Men’s Health Week, we recognize the essential role correctional health professionals play in improving health outcomes for men during incarceration and beyond.
May 27, 2026
Dr. Jennifer Aldrich Appointed to NCCHC Board of Representatives
Dr. Aldrich is a professor of clinical medicine and a nationally respected leader.
May 13, 2026
NCCHC Releases New Video Highlighting the Benefits of Accreditation
Quality improvement, risk reduction, professional accountability, and better health outcomes for incarcerated patients.
