Improving Mental Healthcare in Correctional Facilities
A Tragic Incident Sparks Change When a young man named Isaiah Trammell faced a mental health crisis while in custody at a correctional facility, his pleas for assistance were met…
Correctional Healthcare refers to the medical care and services provided to individuals in correctional facilities such as prisons and jails. This healthcare system is designed to address the specific medical, mental health, and substance abuse needs of incarcerated individuals. It includes a range of services, from routine medical check-ups and emergency care to mental health treatment and chronic disease management.
The primary goals of Correctional Healthcare are to ensure that inmates receive appropriate medical attention, enhance public health by managing communicable diseases within the incarcerated population, and support the rehabilitation process by addressing health issues that could affect an individual’s ability to reintegrate into society after release. Furthermore, correctional healthcare aims to provide care that is not only ethical but also compliant with legal standards and constitutional rights regarding health and well-being in correctional settings.
A Tragic Incident Sparks Change When a young man named Isaiah Trammell faced a mental health crisis while in custody at a correctional facility, his pleas for assistance were met…