By William Elliott, PhD, Correctional Mental Health Consultant and Trainer Physicians, nurses, mental health professionals, and other health care employees who work in jails
Dec 1, 2020
Correctional Medicine’s Movers & Shakers: CCHP-Ps
The CCHP-P program was launched in 2015 to give correctional physicians (the second P in CCHP-P) an opportunity to earn a credential that acknowledges
Nov 30, 2020
NCCHC Foundation Receives Grant From Bureau of Justice Assistance to Address Substance Use Disorder in Jails
The Bureau of Justice Assistance Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Abuse Program has selected the NCCHC Foundation as the lead organization for creation of
Nov 23, 2020
NCCHC Foundation Scholarship Winners Say Thank You
In keeping with one area of the NCCHC Foundation’s focus – scholarships, opportunities for continuing education, and workforce development – 30% of all funds
Nov 17, 2020
NCCHC’s New Board Chair Shares His Thoughts about Coping with COVID-19
by Joseph V. Penn, MD, CCHP-MH: I was recently asked how correctional health care has changed since the last time I was NCCHC chairman
Nov 17, 2020
Joseph Penn, MD, CCHP-MH, Is New Chair of NCCHC Board
A new chair, chair-elect, secretary, and treasurer were announced during the November board meeting.
Nov 17, 2020
Award Winners Honored at Virtual National Conference
NCCHC announces outstanding individuals, facilities, and programs in correctional health care during a virtual awards ceremony.
Nov 16, 2020
Several New Members Join NCCHC Board
The board of representatives welcomes several new members to its ranks.
Nov 13, 2020
NCCHC Releases Four Revised Position Statements
NCCHC’s Board of Directors has approved revision and publication of four position statements on health services research, naloxone access and use, nonuse of restraints
Nov 12, 2020
Watch a Recording of This Year’s Annual Awards Ceremony
The 2020 annual awards ceremony is now available for viewing.
