New Report Released: Cancer Incidence in the Caribbean, Volume I

By Fernanda Michels | May 25, 2026

The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is proud to present Cancer Incidence in the Caribbean, Volume I—the first comprehensive regional report compiling population-based cancer incidence data from across the Caribbean. This landmark publication represents a major step forward in strengthening cancer surveillance and advancing evidence-based decision-making in the region. Developed through CARPHA’s IARC Caribbean Cancer…

Launch of Automated Privacy Preserving Record Linkage (PPRL) Methodology for VPR Studies

By Castine Clerkin, MS, CTR | May 18, 2026

On April 2, 2026, the first Virtual Pooled Registry (VPR) Privacy Preserving Record Linkage (PPRL) was initiated between the U.S. Radiologic Technologist Study (USRT) and the 47 VPR registries. For some registries, this linkage was performed automatically by IMS, thereby minimizing the impact on registry resources. The remaining registries performed the PPRL linkage internally. Additional…

NAACCR Education and Training Upcoming Events

By Angela Martin | May 4, 2026

NAACCR ODS Exam Prep and Review Registration is open for the Summer 2026 ODS Exam Prep and Review series. The series begins May 12, 2026. If you or someone you know is eligible to sit for the exam and are looking to prepare, join us for the Summer 2026 ODS Exam Prep and Review series.…

Using Median/Multiple Outlier Testing (MMOT) to Support Central Cancer Registry Operations

By Fernanda Michels | August 3, 2026

Central Cancer Registries continuously strive to improve data quality while ensuring that data are fit for research, surveillance, and cancer control activities. One promising approach is the use of Median/Multiple Outlier Testing (MMOT), a benchmarking method developed by Dr. Huann-Sheng Chen of the National Cancer Institute’s Surveillance Research Program. MMOT helps identify unusual patterns in…

National Childhood Cancer Registry Summer Feature

By Fernanda Michels | July 27, 2026

The NCCR Summer Feature shares the highlights from the National Childhood Cancer Registry (NCCR) session held at the 2026 NAACCR Annual Conference. This edition also features funding opportunities, new data source included in the NCCR Data Platform upcoming CCDI symposium, and the 2026 NCI Data Jamboree. Highlights of the 2026 NAACCR Annual Conference The 2026…

Exploring New Approaches to Data Collection: Modular Records Task Force Final Report

By Ashley Harvieux | July 20, 2026

The Modular Records Task Force was initiated in August 2025 to support the NAACCR Board’s Strategic Plan on the strategic initiative for Innovative Approaches to Data Collection (Minimal Datasets and Partial Records): Improving timeliness through innovative approaches to data collection. The purpose of the task force was to define a new “modular” approach to cancer…

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NAACCR Education and Training Upcoming Events

By Angela Martin | July 13, 2026

NAACCR ODS Exam Prep and Review The Fall 2026 Session of the NAACCR ODS Exam Prep and Review webinar series…

By Ashley Harvieux | June 8, 2026

Artificial Intelligence Resources for Central Registries

By David O'Brien | June 1, 2026

Looking in from the Outside – a Retiree’s View

By Fernanda Michels | May 25, 2026

New Report Released: Cancer Incidence in the Caribbean, Volume I

By Castine Clerkin, MS, CTR | May 18, 2026

Launch of Automated Privacy Preserving Record Linkage (PPRL) Methodology for VPR Studies

By Angela Martin | May 4, 2026

NAACCR Education and Training Upcoming Events

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Using Median/Multiple Outlier Testing (MMOT) to Support Central Cancer Registry Operations

By Fernanda Michels | August 3, 2026

Central Cancer Registries continuously strive to improve data quality while ensuring that data are fit for research, surveillance, and cancer…

By Ashley Harvieux | June 8, 2026

Artificial Intelligence Resources for Central Registries

By Fernanda Michels | May 25, 2026

New Report Released: Cancer Incidence in the Caribbean, Volume I

By Stephanie M. Hill, MPH, CTR, NAACCR | April 13, 2026

Looking to the Future: Changes Approved for 2027 NAACCR Data Standards

By Ashley Harvieux | April 6, 2026

NAACCR CPR Guidelines to be Incorporated into HL7 LRI Implementation Guide

By Angela Martin | March 23, 2026

How NAACCR’s Professional Development Steering Committee Advances Training, Mentorship, and Workforce Growth

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Successful Linkage Between Registry Database and LexisNexis

In our ongoing commitment to enhance the quality and accessibility of data, we are thrilled to announce the successful linkage between our registry database and LexisNexis. This integration represents a significant step forward in streamlining our data processes and expanding our analytical capabilities.

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Exploring New Approaches to Data Collection: Modular Records Task Force Final Report

By Ashley Harvieux | July 20, 2026

The Modular Records Task Force was initiated in August 2025 to support the NAACCR Board’s Strategic Plan on the strategic…

By Ashley Harvieux | June 8, 2026

Artificial Intelligence Resources for Central Registries

By David O'Brien | June 1, 2026

Looking in from the Outside – a Retiree’s View

By Ashley Harvieux | April 6, 2026

NAACCR CPR Guidelines to be Incorporated into HL7 LRI Implementation Guide

By Lucinda Ham, RHIA, ODS-C | March 17, 2026

2026 NAACCR Board of Directors Election Results

By Keisha Musonda, MPH | March 16, 2026

TCR data inform the Texas Cancer Plan