Surveillance
Through rigorous monitoring and comprehensive analysis of cancer incidence and mortality data, cancer surveillance offers a clearer lens into the patterns and intricacies of the disease. This invaluable insight not only frames the direction of public health strategies but also underscores the areas of research and cancer prevention that require focused attention.
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Transitioning the Annotated Histology List to Cancer PathCHART
NAACCR is proud to be involved with Cancer PathCHART, a multi‐organizational project alongside eleven other global organizations.
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Data Modernization in Action: Childhood Cancer Survivorship, Treatment, Access, and Research (STAR) Act
The STAR Project is part of the CDC’s bigger picture for data modernization. The Childhood Cancer Survivorship, Treatment, Access, and…
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Revamping CNS Tumor Reporting for Accuracy
Documenting brain and other central nervous system tumors requires certain nuances to remain accurate.
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Massachusetts Cancer Registry Releases Updated Childhood Cancer Report
The latest report on childhood cancer in Massachusetts spans from 2009 to 2018. The Massachusetts Cancer Registry (MCR) is pleased…
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Cancer Registry Processes for Cancer Pathology Data in Canada
Most PTCR information collected is from provincial/territorial level health information systems that are attributed to universal health care systems in Canada.
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State Cancer Registries Improve Accuracy Over Self-Reporting
These findings support the ongoing development of a national U.S. virtual pooled registry to streamline cohort linkages. Authors Annelie M….
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Assessing Lung Cancer Rates in Non-Smokers
This is the first time lung cancer incidence rates for never smokers have been estimated based on U.S. registry data….
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IARC Classifies Firefighter Exposure as a Human Carcinogen
The IARC Working Group determined based on sufficient epidemiological evidence a causal association between occupation as a firefighter and both mesothelioma and bladder cancer.
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Creating Strong Integration With Canadian Health Information Systems
NAACCR’s editorial review board looks at central cancer registries in Canada and their strong integration with Canadian health information systems….
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Northeast Region’s High Childhood Cancer Rates Re-examined
A study revealed cancer diagnoses were reported as being the highest in New Hampshire and broader Northeast regions. Background In…