NCCHC Updates Position Statement on Treatment of Chronic Pain
We emphasized the importance of treating patients with chronic pain with dignity and respect that is free from stigma or bias.
Sep 29, 2023
From the Field: The Opioid Crisis and Evolving Challenges in Jails and Prisons
Substances referred to in the community as “Tranq” and “Frankenstein” have increased the potency and dangers related to opioid abuse.
Aug 28, 2023
Rosalind Franklin Society Announces Outstanding Research Award for the Journal Of Correctional Health Care
This annual award recognizes outstanding research and published work of women and underrepresented minority scientists, physicians, and engineers.
Jun 15, 2023
Sickle Cell Anemia: A Primer for Correctional Health Care Professionals
June 19 is World Sickle Cell Day, an international awareness day aimed at increasing the public’s knowledge and understanding of sickle cell disease and
May 17, 2023
New Publication on Expanding Hepatitis C Testing and Treatment in Jails and Prisons
A new paper proposes best practices for scaling up hepatitis C testing and treatment.
Feb 9, 2023
Revised Patient Safety White Paper Released
Available for download at no charge. “With today’s widespread staffing shortages, we run a higher risk of errors that can affect patients’ lives.”
Feb 3, 2023
MAT: Education Isn’t Enough
Adopting MAT requires training, new processes, and most importantly, a new outlook and understanding of addiction.
Jan 6, 2023
Free Access to 2022 Most-Read Journal of Correctional Health Care Articles
The top-read articles from the NCCHC Journal of Correctional Health Care are available with free access. Click through to read about: Addressing Shortages of
Jan 3, 2023
NCCHC Hails Passage of MAT Act to Prevent Overdoses and Support Recovery
NCCHC applauds the Mainstreaming Addiction Treatment (MAT) Act provision of the Consolidated Appropriations Act for 2023.
Aug 16, 2022
Two Free Webinars Announced on Infectious Diseases and Monkeypox
In conjunction with the American Jail Association, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and National Sheriffs’ Association, NCCHC will present a free webinar
