Cook County Health’s Correctional Health Program at Cook County Jail Accredited for Quality Health Care Services
Chicago, IL, April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cook County Health’s (CCH) Cermak Health Services has earned accreditation from the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) for demonstrating full compliance with NCCHC’s nationally recognized standards of care for correctional health services in jails.
- Chicago, IL, April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cook County Health’s (CCH) Cermak Health Services has earned accreditation from the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) for demonstrating full compliance with NCCHC’s nationally recognized standards of care for correctional health services in jails.
- Cermak Health Services was recognized for its ongoing commitment to providing quality health services for the patients at Cook County Jail.
- “Providing exceptional health care services in correctional health facilities is a critical component of public health in Cook County.
- This accreditation reaffirms our mission to offer equitable, comprehensive care to all, regardless of their circumstances.”
“Accreditation from the National Commission on Correctional Health Care is reflective of what Cook County Health stands for – which is that every individual has the right to receive quality, compassionate health care,” said Dr. Erik Mikaitis, Interim CEO of Cook County Health.