According to the National Cancer Survivors Day® website, NCSD is an annual celebration that is recognized in many communities across our nation and across the world. The purpose of this special event is to bring thousands of people “together” to honor cancer survivors and raise awareness that there are over 32 million cancer survivors worldwide. This event allows cancer survivors to meet each other, share their…
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that can infect people of all ages. Over half of adults by age 40 have been infected with CMV. A healthy person’s immune system will usually keep the virus from causing illness, and most people infected with CMV show no signs or symptoms. Most people with a CMV infection aren’t aware they have been infected. However, CMV can have a…
Each year, the Florida Cancer Data System (FCDS) recognizes individuals who have contributed to Florida facilities receiving the Jean Byers Award for Excellence in Cancer Registration. These individuals are awarded the Pat Strait Award for Excellence in Cancer Abstracting. FCDS recently announced the award winners for 2019 and Registry Partners is proud to congratulate several of our own CTRs for receiving this award. Curry Chapman Nurgul…
This month’s registry spotlight is on National Cardiovascular Data Registry – Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (NCDR – ICD). Registry Partners’ Cardiac Service Line assists facilities and institutions nationwide with their NCDR-ICD data collection efforts. We serve as a complete outsource solution or can augment the facility’s current data collection team to ensure high quality, timely, and accurate data collection and submission. Read on to learn more about…
