Assumption Parish to use opioid settlement funds for inmate mental-health services; Correct Health approved for 55% allocation The parish finance committee authorized using opioid-settlement funds to pay 55% of inmate mental-health services, effective April 1, following Correct Health's proposal; jurors said the move would reduce pressure on the general fund while staff continue reporting and contract coordination.

Assumption Parish is set to redirect opioid-settlement funds to cover 55% of inmate mental-health services, raising questions about oversight and contractor reliability.

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Tennessee corrections officials describe rising inmate health costs as committee approves contract The Fiscal Review Committee heard a detailed briefing from Tennessee Department of Correction officials about inmate medical and mental-health services, rising pharmacy and chronic-care costs, and the department's plans for early diagnosis and telehealth. After questions about cost drivers and whether Tennessee subsidizes other states in purchasing

Tennessee's corrections officials are grappling with skyrocketing health care costs for inmates, raising concerns about the future of inmate medical services as demand surges.

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Department of Corrections reviews safety measures following inmate health incidents DOC outlines safety protocols and health screenings to address inmate care challenges.

Alaska's Department of Corrections is grappling with critical safety and mental health issues as it seeks to transform its facilities into a more supportive environment for inmates.

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