Sep 29, 2023From 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, 2023Recognizing 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, 2023Federal Guidelines Released for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails 2023 Guidelines for Managing Substance Withdrawal in Jails: released by US Department of Justice
Apr 18, 2023NCCHC to Offer Two Webinars on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) The webinars take place June 8 and 15.
Mar 8, 2023US to Allow Medicaid to Pay for Drug Treatment in Prisons Coming soon: Medicaid funding for mental health and drug treatment in corrections
Feb 8, 2023Welcome New Accreditation Team Members NCCHC’s accreditation program is growing, and the staff is growing to keep up with demand.
Feb 3, 2023MAT: Education Isn’t Enough Adopting MAT requires training, new processes, and most importantly, a new outlook and understanding of addiction.
Jan 3, 2023NCCHC 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.
Dec 13, 2022Opioid Settlement Funds Becoming Available for Corrections A unique opportunity to secure funding for MAT for opioid use disorders.
