UNTHSC Researchers Lead Effort to Improve Care for Aging Inmates
Guided by Dr. John Mills, medical director for HSC’s Correctional Medicine Program, a dedicated team from the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth joined forces with the National Commission on Correctional Health Care to craft a pivotal position statement entitled "Care for Aging Patients in the Correctional Setting." This strategic partnership endeavors to provide comprehensive guidance to correctional facilities across the nation, empowering them to develop and implement tailored policies and procedures that effectively address the intricate healthcare requirements of elderly inmates. By leveraging their expertise and insights, the collaborative effort aims to usher in a transformative approach to correctional healthcare, one that prioritizes the well-being and dignity of aging individuals behind bars.
UNTHSC Researchers Lead Effort to Improve Care for Aging Inmates
