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12/02/2025

Today is the Day! The first Tuesday of December, central cancer registries in US and Canada submit data to the annual NAACCR Call for Data. These data are evaluated by NAACCR for quality, completeness, & timeliness. Registries whose data meet high quality criteria have their data included in CiNA cancer statistics and research datasets. Our member registries work tirelessly throughout the year to ensure the data submissions meet the NAACCR Certification Standards. Learn more at: https://www.naaccr.org/certified-registries/

11/25/2025

Not all kids have the same access to cancer clinical trials. A new study using NCCR data highlights key enrollment disparities. Let’s work toward trial access that reaches every child. ✨

A new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (JNCI) examines the factors contributing to enrollment discrepancies in clinical trials run by the Children’s Oncology Group (COG). Researchers analyzed data linkages between the National Childhood Cancer Registry (NCCR) and COG...

11/19/2025

Cancer burden varies by geography due to our social structures and environment. Geospatial research provides insight into the complexity of cancer risk by integrating the analysis of the physical, social, & cultural environments. Learn more: https://bit.ly/45ZCCLA

11/11/2025

Risk factors for stomach cancer include family history of stomach cancer, Helicobacter pylori infection, smoking, poor diet, obesity & high-level radiation exposure. Visit https://bit.ly/45ZCCLA for more.

10/29/2025

The CBTRUS Histology Recode groups brain cancers into clinically relevant categories. Behavioral codes (including non-malignant tumors) can also be utilized in conjunction with the CBTRUS recode. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/4oFcL2H

10/27/2025

A look behind the scenes at one of Brazil’s major population-based cancer registries.
Epidemiologist, Dr. Fernanda Michels shares lessons in leadership, workforce training, and the importance of cross-border collaboration.
Read the interview: https://narrative.naaccr.org/operations-at-the-brazilian-populational-based-cancer-registry/

NAACCR Associate Director, Stephanie Hill, sat down with NAACCR Program Manager for Data Quality and Integration, Dr. Fernanda Michels, to talk about how she became involved in the international cancer registry community and how it's shaped her work in cancer surveillance.

10/22/2025

Cancer registries are the heroes of cancer research.
📚 More than 32,000 PubMed studies reference terms like cancer registry or cancer surveillance.
These data fuel answers to life-saving questions:
🔎 Who’s at risk?
🧬 What causes cancer?
🧒 How does cancer affect children and young adults?
🧪 Are treatments working—and are they cost-effective?
📈 How can we prevent or detect cancer earlier?
📍 What about cancer concerns in communities?
From developing new treatments to improving survival, cancer registry data drives progress.
Support cancer registries. Support better outcomes.

10/20/2025

Cancer statistics are critical for understanding and improving the health of our communities. Cancer statistics can help identify health trends and risk factors, leading to more effective interventions and policies. Learn more at https://bit.ly/45ZCCLA

10/16/2025

Pediatric and AYA cancer research depends on data that’s accurate, complete, and collaborative.
See how NAACCR is supporting this vital work through new initiatives and inter-agency partnerships.
Read more: https://narrative.naaccr.org/naaccr-initiatives-supporting-pediatric-and-aya-cancer-research/

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to recognize the impact of pediatric, adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancers and to highlight the importance of high-quality data in advancing research and improving outcomes

10/14/2025

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💗 Early detection saves lives. Mammograms can find breast cancer up to 2 years before a lump can be felt. Wear pink, snap a photo, and tag to raise awareness.

10/14/2025

Liver cancer incidence was increasing in the 2000s and 2010s but appears to have stabilized in more recent years. View liver cancer incidence trends in the US by s*x, age and race from 2003 to 2022 by going to CiNA Explorer. See trends at: https://bit.ly/45ZCCLA

10/01/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Let's unite to fight this disease. Early detection saves lives—schedule your mammogram or check-up today, encourage your loved ones to do the same, and wear pink to show your support. Stand with us in strength and hope.