Mercer Health Receives Gold Award for Excellence in Cancer Incidence Reporting

Mercer Health has been recognized with the 2026 Gold Award from the Ohio Department of Health's Ohio Cancer Incidence Surveillance System (OCISS) Registry Recognition Program for excellence in cancer incidence reporting. The award recognizes hospitals that meet rigorous standards for complete and timely cancer data reporting to the state cancer registry. The OCISS Registry Recognition Program was established to acknowledge hospitals that achieve cancer reporting timeliness goals, helping ensure Ohio maintains high-quality cancer surveillance data. Cancer incidence data collected through OCISS is used by public health professionals, researchers, and healthcare organizations throughout Ohio to better understand the burden of cancer in communities, identify opportunities for prevention and screening, and support cancer-related research.

“This recognition reflects the dedication and attention to detail of our team members who work behind the scenes to collect and report cancer data accurately and efficiently,” said Krista Stauffer, Manager of Health Information Management at Mercer Health. “Receiving this Gold Award demonstrates Mercer Health’s commitment to quality, accuracy, and excellence in patient care.”