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first_reported: 2026-11-06 10:30 EST
updated: 2026-11-06 10:30 EST
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# Porter seeks public health response to post-incarceration syndrome

Baltimore City Councilwoman Phylicia Porter is working with public health advocate Kevin Shird to draw attention to post-incarceration syndrome (PICS) and its effects on returning citizens.

Section: [Health](/baltimore/section/life.md) · Entities: [Phylicia Porter](/baltimore/wiki/phylicia-porter.md), [Kevin Shird](/baltimore/wiki/kevin-shird.md)

## Coverage

- [AFRO American Newspapers](https://www.afro.com/health/baltimore-councilwoman-advocate-seek-public-health-response-to-post-incarceration-syndrome-24a215f9), 2026-11-06 10:30 EST: Baltimore councilwoman, advocate seek public health response to post-incarceration syndrome

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