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Dying time : practical wisdom for the dying and their caregivers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog5386
Furman, Joan, McNabb, David. New York, NY: Bell Tower , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 F986 1997
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Furman, Joan
McNabb, David
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Bell Tower
Publication Date
1997
Subjects
Terminal Care
Death
Social Support
Attitude to Death
ISBN
609800035
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 F986 1997

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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How to go on living when someone you love dies

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog3877
Rando, Therese A. [Toronto, ON]: Bantam Books , 1991.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 R194h 1991
Availability
11 copies, 11 available
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Author
Rando, Therese A
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
1991
Subjects
Grief - popular works
Death - popular works
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 (F0002406)
Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC (F0002403, F0002404)
ISBN
0553352695
9780553352696
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 R194h 1991

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Surrey PFC Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Surrey PFC Available
c.4 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Caregivers' journey

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog2567
Bar-David, Geila. [Toronto, ON]: Caregiver Support Project , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 B245 1997
Availability
7 copies, 7 available
See also: v.1 Video series workbook for individual viewers. v.2: Video series workbook for facilitators; Each of the five videos consists of relaxation exercises, reflection exercises, and information about a special topic. The topics covered include the common experiences in becoming a caregiver; …
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Alternate Title
v.1: The Journey begins - 29 minutes.
v.2: The Toll - 28 minutes.
v.3: Surviving - 29 minutes.
v.4: Healing - 28 minutes.
v.5: Quiet triumphs - 29 minutes.
Author
Bar-David, Geila
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Caregiver Support Project
Publication Date
1997
Physical Description
1/2 inch : colour ; 143 minutes
Workbook
Subjects
Caregivers - videocassettes
Social Support - videocassettes
Psychotherapy, Group - videocassettes
Family - education - videocassettes
Abstract
See also: v.1 Video series workbook for individual viewers. v.2: Video series workbook for facilitators
Each of the five videos consists of relaxation exercises, reflection exercises, and information about a special topic. The topics covered include the common experiences in becoming a caregiver; the challenges and costs of caregiving; coping with the strain; healing; and the benefits of caregiving.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
VHS
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Library
Call Number
WM172 B245 1997

Copies

c.1 v.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
c.1 v.1 workbook for facilitator BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
c.1 v.1 workbook individual viewers BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
c.1 v.2 BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
c.1 v.3 BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
c.1 v.4 BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
c.1 v.5 BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
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American College of Physicians home care guide for advanced cancer : when quality of life is the primary goal of care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9994
Philadelphia, PA: American College of Physicians , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  1 read online  
Editor
Houts, Peter S
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
American College of Physicians
Publication Date
1997
Subjects
Home Care Services
Neoplasms - psychology
Family
Terminal Care
Palliative Care
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://scholarworks.iupui.edu/bitstream/handle/1805/715/ACP%20Home%20Care%20Guide%20for%20Advanced%20Cancer%20-%201997.pdf?sequence=1
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Spouse to spouse : what it's like when your partner has cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16480
Nessim, Susan. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 S765 1999
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Husbands and wives of people with cancer discuss their deepest emotions, sharing their fears and hopes as both partner and caregiver. The spouses, from varied backgrounds and at different stages in their lives, speak to how the illness tests the strength and endurance of their marriage. This 17 mi…
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Author
Nessim, Susan
Corporate Author
Cancervive
Place of Publication
Los Angeles, CA
Publisher
Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
17 minutes
Subjects
Spouses
Social Support
Neoplasms - psychology
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Popular Work
Abstract
Husbands and wives of people with cancer discuss their deepest emotions, sharing their fears and hopes as both partner and caregiver. The spouses, from varied backgrounds and at different stages in their lives, speak to how the illness tests the strength and endurance of their marriage. This 17 minute documentary will help spouses of people with cancer articulate difficult feelings and encourage greater communication between partners.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 S765 1999

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Caregiving : the spiritual journey of love, loss, and renewal

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog11088
McLeod, Beth Witrogen. New York, NY: J. Wiley & Sons , c1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 M479 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
McLeod, Beth Witrogen
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
J. Wiley & Sons
Publication Date
c1999
Physical Description
viii, 264 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Caregivers - psychology
Terminal Care
Loss
Grief
Bereavement
ISBN
0471254088 (hardcover : alk. paper)
9780471254089
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 M479 1999

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
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I don't know what to say : how to help and support someone who is dying

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4635
Buckman, Robert. [Toronto, ON]: Key Porter Books , 1996. rev. and updated ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 B925 1996
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
The author describes the dying process and provides practical, concrete suggestions for bringing a degree of comfort to the dying individual. His advice is illustrated with many brief, descriptive vignettes of actual cases covering a wide spectrum of ages, personalities, family situations, and resp…
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Author
Buckman, Robert
Edition
rev. and updated ed.
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Key Porter Books
Publication Date
1996
Subjects
Terminal Care
Death - psychology
Grief
Popular Work
Abstract
The author describes the dying process and provides practical, concrete suggestions for bringing a degree of comfort to the dying individual. His advice is illustrated with many brief, descriptive vignettes of actual cases covering a wide spectrum of ages, personalities, family situations, and responses.
ISBN
1550130927
9781550130928
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 B925 1996

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Caring and coping when your loved one is seriously ill

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4327
Grollman, Earl A. [Boston, MA]: Beacon Press , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G875c 1995
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Shows how to support the person who is ill and how the caregiver can handle his/her own emotions.
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Author
Grollman, Earl A
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Beacon Press
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
Terminal Care
Social Support
Grief
Popular Work
Abstract
Shows how to support the person who is ill and how the caregiver can handle his/her own emotions.
ISBN
0807027138
9780807027134
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G875c 1995

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Living when a loved one has died

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog7604
Grollman, Earl A. [Boston, MA]: Beacon Press , 1995. 3rd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 G876 1995
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
The author explains what emotions to expect when mourning, what pitfalls to avoid, and how to work through feelings of loss.
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Author
Grollman, Earl A
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Beacon Press
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
Grief
Attitude to Death
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
The author explains what emotions to expect when mourning, what pitfalls to avoid, and how to work through feelings of loss.
ISBN
0807027197
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 G876 1995

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Time for me : an activity book for kids when someone in the family has cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog701
Slakov, June, Rotholc, Sandra, Janes, Karen. Surrey, BC: BC Cancer Agency. Patient and Family Counselling Services , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S631 1999
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
A workbook for children.
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Author
Slakov, June
Rotholc, Sandra
Janes, Karen
Place of Publication
Surrey, BC
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Patient and Family Counselling Services
Publication Date
1999
Subjects
Art Therapy
Neoplasms
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - psychology
Family
Infant
Child
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
A workbook for children.
ISBN
1896624022
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S631 1999

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Archives Available
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When someone dies

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17817
Greenlee, Sharon. Atlanta, GA: Peachtree Publishers , 1992.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 G814 1992
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Greenlee, Sharon
Place of Publication
Atlanta, GA
Publisher
Peachtree Publishers
Publication Date
1992
Physical Description
ill. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Bereavement
Death
Parent-Child Relations
Juvenile Literature
ISBN
1561450448
9781561450442
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 G814 1992

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Straight talk about death for teenagers : how to cope with losing someone you love

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4985
Grollman, Earl A. [Boston, MA]: Beacon Press , 1993.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 G875s 1993
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This book speaks to teens in a way that acknowledges their feelings, promotes discussion and offers hope
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Author
Grollman, Earl A
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Beacon Press
Publication Date
1993
Subjects
Death - in adolescence - popular works
Attitude to Death - in adolescence - popular works
Grief - in adolescence - popular works
Abstract
This book speaks to teens in a way that acknowledges their feelings, promotes discussion and offers hope
ISBN
0807025011
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 G875s 1993

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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To die well : a holistic approach for the dying and their caregivers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6045
Reoch, Richard. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 R424 1996
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Reoch, Richard
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Publication Date
1998
Subjects
Death
Attitude to Death
Terminal Care
ISBN
006273511X
978-0062735119
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 R424 1996

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
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When someone you love is depressed : how to help your loved one without losing yourself

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20494
Rosen, Laura Epstein, Amador, Xavier Francisco. New York, NY: Fireside , 1997 | 1996. 1st Fireside ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM171.5 R813 1997
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Rosen, Laura Epstein
Amador, Xavier Francisco
Edition
1st Fireside ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Fireside
Publication Date
1997
1996
Physical Description
x, 262 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Depression
Family Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
0684834073
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM171.5 R813 1997

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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When someone has a very serious illness : children can learn to cope with loss and change

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4818
Heegaard, Marge Eaton. Minneapolis, MN.: Woodland Press , 1991.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 H4581 1991
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Heegaard, Marge Eaton
Place of Publication
Minneapolis, MN.
Publisher
Woodland Press
Publication Date
1991
Subjects
Grief
Life Change Events
Juvenile Literature
ISBN
0962050245
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 H4581 1991

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Caring for loved ones at home : an illustrated, easy to follow guide to short or long-term care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9856
Van Bommel, Harry. Scarborough, Ont.: Resources Supporting Family and Community Legacies Inc. , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 V217 1999
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
Author
Van Bommel, Harry
Place of Publication
Scarborough, Ont.
Publisher
Resources Supporting Family and Community Legacies Inc.
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
120 p, : ill. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Home Nursing
Family Relations
Caregivers
Self Care
Physician-Patient Relations
Communication
Popular Work
ISBN
1553070003
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 V217 1999

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Borrowed time : living with cancer with someone you love

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog2681
Edge, Fred. Lantzville, B.C.: Oolichan Books , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 E23 1995
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
A personal account of the author?s journey through his wife?s battle with cancer.
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Author
Edge, Fred
Place of Publication
Lantzville, B.C.
Publisher
Oolichan Books
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
241 p. : ill. ; 21 cm,
Subjects
Neoplasms
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
A personal account of the author?s journey through his wife?s battle with cancer.
ISBN
0889821488
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 E23 1995

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Men and grief : a guide for surviving the death of a loved one, a resource for caregivers and mental health professionals

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog3331
Staudacher, Carol. Oakland, Ca.: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 1991.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
BF575 S798 1991
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
This book is both a guide for men surviving the death of a loved one and a resource for caregivers and mental health professionals.
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Author
Staudacher, Carol
Place of Publication
Oakland, Ca.
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
1991
Subjects
Men - popular works
Grief - popular works
Social Support - popular works
Abstract
This book is both a guide for men surviving the death of a loved one and a resource for caregivers and mental health professionals.
ISBN
093498672X (pbk.)
0934986738
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 S798 1991

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Missing Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Helping yourself help others : a book for caregivers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10408
Carter, Rosalynn, Golant, Susan K. New York, NY: Three Rivers Press , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WY115 C324 1994
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Provides advice on educating and preparing yourself for caregiving, coping with isolation, looking at family issues, avoiding burnout and getting respite, and dealing with doctors and other caregivers.
More Information
Author
Carter, Rosalynn
Golant, Susan K
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Three Rivers Press
Publication Date
1994
Subjects
Caregivers
Chronic Disease - nursing
Home Nursing
Abstract
Provides advice on educating and preparing yourself for caregiving, coping with isolation, looking at family issues, avoiding burnout and getting respite, and dealing with doctors and other caregivers.
ISBN
0812925912
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WY115 C324 1994

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Beyond love : a resource book for caregiver support and education

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog1113
Jones, Moyra, Wright, Joyce. Richmond, B.C.: Chelsea Printers Ltd. , 1991.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WT100 J78 1991
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Feb 15 2023
More Information
Author
Jones, Moyra
Wright, Joyce
Place of Publication
Richmond, B.C.
Publisher
Chelsea Printers Ltd.
Publication Date
1991
Subjects
Geriatrics
Community Health Care
Family
Abstract
Feb 15 2023
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WT100 J78 1991

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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