Editor’s Letter

Abstract

Dear Colleagues, This issue has nine articles, a book review, and a “Viewpoint” opinion. It presents a mini section on corrections within the United Kingdom, four articles featuring information on obesity and selfmanagement strategies, death in custody and its psychosocial consequences for correctional staff, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) screening for female inmates. I think you will find them quite interesting as they present findings from varied populations and correctional settings. The five articles from the United States are equally informative, with topics covering student–faculty collaboration in a jail setting, the impact of personality domains in public health interventions within correctional settings, chronic pain management, pregnancy intentions and prevention among girls in corrections, and overdose education and naloxone distribution associated with jails. I especially call your attention to the articles on TBI screening among females and pregnancy prevention among girls. The book review of 30 Years Behind Bars: Trials of a Prison Doctor highlights the work of Dr. Karen Gedney and her career in corrections. I found the book a very interesting read. The Viewpoint explores the common practices of community hospitals in caring for incarcerated individuals, which are often in conflict with correctional policies, and argues for further investigation and reform in this area of care. I encourage others to submit a Viewpoint about an item of interest or concern from their setting. As always, I welcome your opinions and insights.