Dionne Hart, MD, Joins NCCHC Board of Representatives
Dr. Hart serves as the American Medical Association’s liaison to the NCCHC board.
Feb 10, 2021
NCCHC supports bipartisan bill to allow incarcerated to get addiction treatment covered by Medicaid starting 30 days before release
The bill, “The Medicaid Reentry Act,” will be introduced Wednesday in the Senate. The bipartisan measure, coauthored by Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), would create
Feb 10, 2021
NCCHC Unveils Free Virtual Conference on Correctional Health Care
Spring Conference 2021 open to all online April 27-28
Feb 8, 2021
NCCHC Foundation Board of Trustees Welcomes Three New Members, Elects New Chair
Brenda Fields RN, Sheriff Peter Koutoujian, and Dr. Joseph Penn Join the Board. Dr. Sharen Barboza elected chair.
Jan 28, 2021
Move from Crisis to Confidence
Jails across the country face many similar problems. Inexperienced or limited staff, lack of funding, lack of resources, and a population with chronic undertreated
Jan 25, 2021
Corizon Gift Supports Workforce Diversity
Corizon Health’s gift to the NCCHC Foundation provides conference scholarships for HBCU students interested in correctional health.
Apr 28, 2026
Thank You for Being the Heart of Correctional Health Care
Celebrating National Nurses Week
Apr 24, 2026
Measles Outbreaks Reported in U.S. Detention Facilities
More than 100 cases in correctional institutions in 2026 to date.
Apr 15, 2026
CCHP Program Sets Quarterly Record
The CCHP program awarded 206 CCHP and specialty certifications based on exams taken in the first quarter of 2026—making it the strongest first quarter
Apr 14, 2026
Telehealth in Corrections: New Guidance for Expanding Access, Ethically and Effectively
New position statement calls for telehealth that bolsters equity in access and quality.
Apr 13, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 NCCHC Individual and Facility Awards
The deadline for all nominations is May 21.
Apr 8, 2026
Advancing Antimicrobial Stewardship in Correctional Settings
A new NCCHC position statement highlights an urgent and growing priority in correctional health: antimicrobial stewardship.
