incarceration
Former Physician At Rikers Island Exposes Health Risks Of Incarceration
Dr. Homer Venters describes a number of traumatic outcomes related to subpar medical care inside the New York City jail complex, including the death of a man who was denied insulin during intake.
Report Sheds Light On The Number Of People In 'Correctional Control'
A new report from a non-partisan advocacy group is comparing North Carolina's correctional system to others across the country.
Federal Legislation Seeks Ban On Shackling Of Pregnant Inmates
Incarcerated pregnant women are often shackled during medical appointments and childbirth. A provision in a criminal justice bill aims to end the practice in federal facilities.
After Prison, Many People Living With HIV Go Without Treatment
When HIV-positive people leave prison, they often lose access to medical care and the drugs that suppress the virus. It's a missed opportunity in the fight against HIV, public health advocates say.
Behind Bars, Mentally Ill Inmates Are Often Punished For Their Symptoms
While visiting jails and prisons across the country, author Alisa Roth witnessed mentally ill inmates in solitary confinement, wearing restrictive jumpsuits and receiving very limited therapy.
A New Approach To Incarceration In The U.S.: Responsibility
Authorities in Massachusetts want to cut the recidivism rate for men ages 18 to 24. They're trying a new program based on a German model that teaches responsibility as a means to greater freedoms.
Litter Pickup By NC Prisoners Poised For Scrap Heap
Prisoners picking up trash while guards keep close watch has been a common sight along North Carolina roads for more than 100 years.
Helping Ex-Inmates Stay Out Of The ER Brings Multiple Benefits
Each year, millions of Americans leave jail or prison. When they do, they're likely to have a hard time managing their health. Some clinics are trying to provide ex-inmates with better, cheaper care.
Is America Engaged In A 'Vicious Circle' Of Jailing The Poor?
There are almost 12 million admissions to local jails each year in the United States. Activist Nancy Fishman says that most of those jailed are poor people who are being held for low-level offenses.