July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, spotlighting the mental health challenges faced by BIPOC communities. Systemic barriers, stigma, and lack of culturally competent care continue to impact access and outcomes. This month reminds us of the urgent need for equity-focused solutions across all settings—including corrections. 

July 28 is World Hepatitis Day, drawing attention to the global burden of viral hepatitis. In correctional facilities, hepatitis B and C rates are significantly higher than in the general population. Screening, treatment access, and education are essential tools correctional health professionals use to combat this public health crisis. By educating providers on screening and linkage to care in correctional populations, NCCHC can help support WHO’s 2030 goal to eliminate viral hepatitis through scalable care models in underserved settings. 

At the NCCHC Foundation, we’re proud to support a diverse, informed workforce that advances equitable, compassionate care for all—behind and beyond the walls.