Federal Guidelines Released for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails
2023 Guidelines for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails: released by US Department of Justice
Jun 13, 2023
Share the Benefits of Working in Correctional Health Care
The NCCHC Young Professionals Committee is working on ways to attract and retain students and early career professionals in correctional health care. “Correctional health
Jun 9, 2023
AA Inside Correctional Facilities: Resources
The day of Bob S.’s last drink, June 10, 1935, is AA’s founding date.
Jun 5, 2023
Partnerships: Critical to Improve Jail Operations
I recently attended the annual conference of the American Jail Association (AJA) in Omaha. AJA President Louis Quinones has made mental health a primary
Jun 1, 2023
Share Your Ideas and Best Practices at the 2024 Spring Conference on Correctional Health Care
The deadline is August 4 for the 2024 Spring Conference in St. Louis.
May 16, 2023
Revised Position Statement on Violence in Correctional Settings is Released
The NCCHC Governance Board has approved a new position statement, Public Health Implications of Violence and Correctional Settings. The statement replaces Prevention of Violence
Apr 7, 2026
The Promise and Peril of AI
“As a field, we have both an opportunity and a responsibility to thoughtfully explore how these technologies can advance our mission and improve the
Apr 7, 2026
New NCCHC Surveyors Ready to Hit the Field
NCCHC welcomes six new surveyors and has opportunities for more.
Apr 2, 2026
Vaccines in Correctional Health: Protecting Patients and Communities
The NCCHC standards support vaccines as a key link in disease prevention and containment.
Mar 30, 2026
The Future Starts Here: Honoring Physicians Who Transform Correctional Health Care
Correctional physicians are leaders on the front lines of public health.
Mar 27, 2026
On-Demand CCHP Exam Prep Webinar Available On Demand
This session delivers both content mastery and practical test-taking insights.
Mar 19, 2026
NCCHC Announces Promotions Within the Accreditation Team
Strong accreditation programs depend on experienced professionals who understand both the standards and the real-world challenges correctional facilities face every day. With that in
