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3 days ago
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West Virginia Cancer Registry gains national recognition
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Cancer Registry gained nationwide distinction, as announced by the West Virginia Department of Health (DH). According to a press release, the registry has achieved the Gold Standard for Registry Certification from the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries (NAACR). The program has earned the certification for 26 years in a row, demonstrating a dedication to quality, completeness, and timeliness of their data. Our ability to track data that is of quality is vital as we work each and every day to learn more about cancer, its cause, and its cure. Registry team for their hard work and dedication. This national recognition, and the fact that we've retained it for nearly three decades, is proof of their unwavering commitment to collect, distribute, and evaluate the state's cancer data in a timely manner. Dr. Arvin Singh | Secretary of Health, West Virginia Department of Health Lewisburg to host its first Juneteenth Celebration The West Virginia Cancer Registry collects data regarding all cancers diagnosed and/or treated within the Mountain State, the release stated. It also shares that data through lawful sharing agreements, in which information is exchanged regarding cancer patients diagnosed and/or treated in the state with providers outside of the state. For more information regarding programs within the Department of Health, visit their website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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10-04-2025
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West Virginia Department of Health changes death certificate process
The West Virginia Department of Health has changed its death certificate process to improve access for families, according to a community announcement. The West Virginia Health Statistics Center will now fulfill all orders for certified copies of death certificates, even if the cause and manner of death are pending. This change is effective immediately. The update aims to eliminate delays for families needing official documentation for urgent matters like funeral arrangements, estate settlements and legal affairs. 'Ensuring that families can access a certified death certificate, even when the cause or manner of death is still pending, is a critical step in reducing unnecessary delays during an already challenging period,' Health Secretary Arvin Singh said in the announcement. 'By providing this service, we are helping West Virginians resolve these sensitive matters more quickly, making it easier for them to carry out funeral arrangements, complete legal processes and settle estates without unnecessary delays.' Under West Virginia Code of State Rules § 64-32-15, certified death certificates must include basic information such as the name, date of birth, date of death and location of death. They remain valid even when the cause or manner of death is pending. The department emphasized that this change will not compromise the accuracy or legitimacy of the death certificate, which is essential for families and legal processes. Electronic payment options are now available for certified copies of birth, death and marriage records. These can be obtained in person at the walk-up window, open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The cost remains $12 per copy. For more information on obtaining certified copies of vital records or to plan a visit to the Vital Records Office, go to An expedited service is also available through VitalChek at The West Virginia Department of Health aims to advance the health and well-being of all West Virginians by promoting healthy behaviors, working to mitigate public health crises and increasing access to health-related resources and information. For more information, go to This story was created by Janis Reeser, jreeser@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at or share your thoughts at with our News Automation and AI team. WVU Medicine announces community wellness screening This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: death certificate process improves access for families
