Epidemiology of COVID-19 Among Incarcerated Individuals and Staff in Massachusetts Jails and Prisons
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.18851
Abstract: This cohort study describes the COVID-19 burden among incarcerated individuals and staff in Massachusetts jails and prisons and assesses the association of COVID-19 case rates with decarceration and testing rates. read more here.
Keywords: incarcerated individuals; massachusetts jails; among incarcerated; staff massachusetts ... See more keywords
COVID-19 Infection Among Incarcerated Individuals and Prison Staff in Lombardy, Italy, March 2020 to February 2021
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.4862
Abstract: Key Points Question What was the COVID-19 infection rate among incarcerated individuals and staff during the first pandemic year in the prison system in Lombardy, Italy, when infection prevention measures had been implemented? Findings In… read more here.
Keywords: covid infection; staff; incarcerated individuals; among incarcerated ... See more keywords
Escalation of Suicidal Spectrum Behaviors During Incarceration
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DOI: 10.1177/00938548231162109
Abstract: Rates of multiple episodes of suicide spectrum behaviors are higher among incarcerated individuals than community members. Understanding the trajectory of multiple episodes of suicide spectrum behavior is important for assessment of risk and precautionary measures.… read more here.
Keywords: incarcerated individuals; escalation; spectrum behaviors; suicide spectrum ... See more keywords
Addressing Treatment Outcomes and Substance Use Among Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Living with HIV
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DOI: 10.1177/10497315221124135
Abstract: Incarcerated individuals, who are overrepresented among those infected with HIV, experience multiple barriers to optimal antiretroviral therapy (ART) adherence after incarceration. Substance use is highly prevalent among legal system-involved individuals and is commonly associated with… read more here.
Keywords: adherence; hiv; incarcerated individuals; substance use ... See more keywords
Barriers to optimal antiretroviral therapy adherence among HIV-infected formerly incarcerated individuals in New York City
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0233842
Abstract: In the United States (U.S.), the HIV infection rate is disproportionately high among incarcerated individuals. HIV-infected individuals typically receive antiretroviral therapy (ART) to suppress HIV and reduce the threat of transmission. Although HIV-infected individuals are… read more here.
Keywords: antiretroviral therapy; infected formerly; incarcerated individuals; formerly incarcerated ... See more keywords
Unpacking the Prison Food Paradox: Formerly Incarcerated Individuals’ Experience of Food within Federal Prisons in Canada
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DOI: 10.26522/ssj.v17i2.4028
Abstract: This paper presents findings from a survey conducted with formerly incarcerated individuals on their experiences of food and food systems within federal prisons in Canada. Beyond affirming the many problems with the quality and quantity… read more here.
Keywords: federal prisons; within federal; prisons canada; food ... See more keywords