Recognizing the Contribution of New Jersey Cancer Registrars

National Cancer Registrars WeekThe New Jersey State Cancer Registry (NJSCR) provides important data for cancer control and research surrounding its causes and effects on the people of New Jersey.  Cancer Registrars are the backbone of this important work – collecting complex diagnostic and treatment data for every cancer patient in the state.  The data is used by researchers, healthcare providers, and public health officials to effectively monitor incidence, advance cancer treatments, conduct research, and improve cancer prevention and screening programs.  Cancer Registrars are highly trained information specialists with expertise in oncology data.  Many have dedicated their careers to broadening the understanding of cancer and helping patients to live long and productive lives throughout and beyond their disease.

proclamationNJSCR would like to invite the entire public health community to join with them the week of April 6-10, 2015 to observe the 19th annual National Cancer Registrars Week, recognizing the invaluable contribution of New Jersey Cancer Registrars.  This year’s theme – Cancer Registrars: The Lighthouse in a Storm of Change – reflects the challenges that Cancer Registrars face in the ever-evolving field of medicine.

“Without Cancer Registrars, cancer surveillance and population-based research would not be possible,” remarked Antoinette Stroup, PhD, director of the New Jersey State Cancer Registry.  Each year, the data collected by Cancer Registrars is published in reports of cancer incidence, mortality and survival at the state and national level.  For more information on New Jersey cancer statistics, please visit the State of New Jersey Department of Health Cancer Epidemiology Services website.  For more information about the state's registry and cancer registrars visit the New Jersey State Cancer Registry website and the National Cancer Registrars Association website.