inmate health

Federal law requires prisons and jails to provide medical care to people who are incarcerated. But in a recent medical journal, a group of South Florida...

A new law takes effect Saturday that would allow a state law enforcement agency to better conduct investigations into the treatment of Florida prison...

Women in prison often eat to relieve stress or boredom. The resulting weight gain can make other physical and emotional problems worse. In one prison, spinning helps keep the pounds and rage at bay.