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Health Literacy as a Driver of Change in NSW Prisons
In July 2025, the PARTNER project shared a new resource from Australia that highlights health literacy as a driver of change in prison health.…
Overcrowding in European Prisons: A Worrying Trend
Recent reports from several EU countries point to a significant rise in prison populations, intensifying concerns around overcrowding, living conditions, and access to essential…
“Women and Health” Dialogue Event Held at Don Bosco Prison in Pisa
On 13 June 2025, the Università di Pisa organised a dialogue event titled “Women and Health: A Dialogue on Wellbeing and Awareness” in the…
Healthcare and Health Literacy in Greek Prisons: Identified Gaps and Challenges
A recent review of the Greek prison system brings to light several structural and operational barriers that affect the delivery of healthcare and the…
High Prevalence of Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders in Newly Incarcerated Individuals
On 16 April, we shared on social media a study examining mental health and substance use disorders among individuals recently admitted to prison in…
Council of Europe Issues Recommendation on Mental Health in Prisons
On 7 April, we highlighted a recent development of great relevance to the prison health context. In 2023, the Council of Europe issued a…
