Prison
Health needs of long-term women prisoners neglected
Second PRT briefing on “invisible women” finds that the health needs of women serving long prison sentences are neglected.
16th February 2023
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Second PRT briefing on “invisible women” finds that the health needs of women serving long prison sentences are neglected.
Nuffield Trust finds prisoners face severe difficulties accessing hospital services, with early data from the pandemic indicating that the problem is getting worse.
Health and Social Care Committee very critical of prison healthcare.
Public Health England’s annual health and justice review highlights specific health needs of women and older prisoners.
