FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - The Fulton County Jail has regained accreditation for meeting nationally recognized standards in inmate healthcare.

What we know:

A team of physicians and medical experts assessed the jail for compliance in key areas including patient care, treatment, safety, and disease prevention.

The accreditation was given by the National Commission on Correctional Healthcare, a nonprofit dedicated to improving healthcare for inmates.

What they're saying:

Following the announcement, Sheriff Pat Labat released a statement saying, "This accreditation sends a clear message that we are moving in the right direction and reaffirms our commitment to real change."

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