Improving offender health care.

摘要

Offender health care has seen significant change in the past decade. From transfer of commissioning responsibility moving to the NHS, a steadily increasing prison population and a more general awareness of the health needs of people in prison from mental health, substance misuse, learning disabilities and primary care provision; these changes have increased interest and debate among politicians, the public, the media and healthcare providers. Offender health care encompasses an increased prevalence of poor mental health, self-harm and poor physical health, which includes chronic disease care, blood borne viruses and addictions management.