Becky Scott, Director of the Hudson County Correctional Center, discusses the challenges and strategies of implementing Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder with
Feb 23, 2024
DEA Releases Threat Report Showing Rise in Use of Dangerous Drugs
The Drug Enforcement Agency has released a report for law enforcement highlighting enduring and emerging threats, especially in the area of illegal and dangerous
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.
Sep 20, 2023
Recognizing Addiction Professionals Making a Difference in Corrections on National Addiction Professionals Day
NCCHC salutes correctional health care addiction professionals on September 20, National Addiction Professionals Day, and every day.
Jun 26, 2023
Federal Guidelines Released for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails
2023 Guidelines for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails: released by US Department of Justice
Apr 18, 2023
NCCHC to Offer Two Webinars on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
The webinars take place June 8 and 15.
Mar 8, 2023
US to Allow Medicaid to Pay for Drug Treatment in Prisons
Coming soon: Medicaid funding for mental health and drug treatment in corrections
Feb 8, 2023
Welcome New Accreditation Team Members
NCCHC’s accreditation program is growing, and the staff is growing to keep up with demand.
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 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.
