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. 2022 Dec;175(12):1742-1745.
doi: 10.7326/M22-2370. Epub 2022 Nov 22.

Health Care During Incarceration: A Policy Position Paper From the American College of Physicians

Newton E Kendig  1 , Renee Butkus  2 , Suja Mathew  3 , David Hilden  4 ; Health and Public Policy Committee of the American College of Physicians
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Health Care During Incarceration: A Policy Position Paper From the American College of Physicians

Newton E Kendig et al. Ann Intern Med. 2022 Dec.
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Abstract

The American College of Physicians (ACP) has a long-standing commitment to improving the health of all Americans and opposes any form of discrimination in the delivery of health care services. ACP is committed to working toward fully understanding and supporting the unique needs of the incarcerated population and eliminating health disparities for these persons. In this position paper, ACP offers recommendations to policymakers and administrators to improve the health and well-being of persons incarcerated in adult correctional facilities.

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