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The 2019 Annual Report highlights the impact NCCHC and its partners are making on correctional health care.
NCCHC plans to hold the Spring Conference on Correctional Health Care, virtually!
By Brent R. Gibson, MD, MPH, FACPM, CCHP-P Managing Director, NCCHC Resources, Inc. One of the challenges we are asked for help with is
NCCHC opposes using information about young immigrant detainees, obtained during therapy and presumed to be confidential, in asylum decisions.
Several NCCHC supporting organizations have publicly stated their opposition to sharing confidential information gained during therapy sessions as contrary to medical ethics and effective
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In high-stress situations, staff need to know they are supported.
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Facilities have the opportunity to reduce harm and break cycles.
1115 blog
Medicaid reentry waivers and planning grants can help people leave custody with care already in place.
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This Men’s Health Week, we recognize the essential role correctional health professionals play in improving health outcomes for men during incarceration and beyond.
Jennifer Aldrich blog
Dr. Aldrich is a professor of clinical medicine and a nationally respected leader.
Quality improvement, risk reduction, professional accountability, and better health outcomes for incarcerated patients.