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Cancer combat : cancer survivors share their guerrilla tactics to help you win the fight of your life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18328
King, Dean, King, Jessica, Pearlroth, Jonathan. New York, NY: Bantam Books , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C215k 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
King, Dean
King, Jessica
Pearlroth, Jonathan
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
xi, 416 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Survivors
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9780553378450
0553378457
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C215k 1998

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Dancing in limbo : making sense of life after cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog3593
Halvorson-Boyd, Glenna, Hunter, Lisa K. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass Publishers , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 H197 1995
Availability
12 copies, 10 available
A straightforward account of what life is like after the whirlwind of doctors' visits and radical treatments comes to an end.
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Author
Halvorson-Boyd, Glenna
Hunter, Lisa K
Place of Publication
San Francisco, CA
Publisher
Jossey-Bass Publishers
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Survival
Survivors - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
A straightforward account of what life is like after the whirlwind of doctors' visits and radical treatments comes to an end.
ISBN
9780787901035
0787901032
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 H197 1995

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr On Loan, due Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
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c.3 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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c.3 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Cancervive : the challenge of life after cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog2969
Nessim, Susan, Ellis, Judith. [Boston, MA]: Houghton Mifflin Company , 1991.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 N465 1991
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Drawing on the personal testimonials and accounts of survivors, the authors offer advice on what comes after the cure, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial problems; employment discrimination; insurance difficulties; and biomedical issues related to treatment such as fertility.
More Information
Author
Nessim, Susan
Ellis, Judith
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Company
Publication Date
1991
Subjects
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Popular Work
Abstract
Drawing on the personal testimonials and accounts of survivors, the authors offer advice on what comes after the cure, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial problems; employment discrimination; insurance difficulties; and biomedical issues related to treatment such as fertility.
ISBN
0395561906
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 N465 1991

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After cancer : a guide to your new life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6772
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel. New York, NY: HarperPerennial , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H296a 1995
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
Author
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
HarperPerennial
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
364 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Popular Work
ISBN
0060976780 (pbk.)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H296a 1995

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After cancer : a guide to your new life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10096
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel. New York, NY: W.W. Norton & Co., Inc. , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H296a 1994
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
Addresses a wide range of issues, including after-effects of treatment; relating to friends and family; helping children deal with a parent?s cancer; and the practicalities of living wills and insurance.
More Information
Author
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
W.W. Norton & Co., Inc.
Publication Date
1994
Subjects
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - adverse effects
Popular Work
Abstract
Addresses a wide range of issues, including after-effects of treatment; relating to friends and family; helping children deal with a parent?s cancer; and the practicalities of living wills and insurance.
ISBN
0393036642 (bound)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H296a 1994

Copies

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Cope with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog5917
Digital Rain Incorporated, Cope with Cancer Advisory Board. [Toronto, ON]: Digital Rain Incorporated , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 C782 1999
For people recently diagnosed with cancer or living with cancer, their families and friends
More Information
Corporate Author
Digital Rain Incorporated
Cope with Cancer Advisory Board
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Digital Rain Incorporated
Publication Date
1999
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
For people recently diagnosed with cancer or living with cancer, their families and friends
Language
English
Material Type
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 C782 1999
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You've just been told you have cancer : taking charge after a diagnosis of cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13152
Life Care Concepts Inc. New York, NY: Life Care Concepts Inc. , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 Y67 1998
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Told by survivors, caregivers, volunteers, and medical experts. Includes how cancer affects your body, treatment options, nutrition, and working with your medical team.
More Information
Alternate Title
Facing cancer with confidence : you've just been told you have cancer
Corporate Author
Life Care Concepts Inc.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Life Care Concepts Inc.
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
colour ; 50 minutes
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
Told by survivors, caregivers, volunteers, and medical experts. Includes how cancer affects your body, treatment options, nutrition, and working with your medical team.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 Y67 1998

Copies

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Meditation to help you stop smoking

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15039
Naparstek, Belleruth. Akron, OH: Health Journeys , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 N195st 1997
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
Author
Naparstek, Belleruth
Place of Publication
Akron, OH
Publisher
Health Journeys
Publication Date
1997
Series
Health journeys
Subjects
Smoking Cessation
Smoking - prevention & control
Smoking - psychology
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery
Stress, Psychological
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
1881405680
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 N195st 1997

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
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c.2 BC Cancer Agency VC Library Relax Missing Available
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Wellness community guide to fighting for recovery from cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14226
Benjamin, Harold. New York, NY: Jeremy P. Tarcher/Putnam , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 B468w 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Benjamin, Harold
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jeremy P. Tarcher/Putnam
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
xvii, 270 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Family
Self Concept
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
0874777941
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 B468w 1995

Copies

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Winter grief, summer grace : returning to life after a loved one dies

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114761
Miller, James E. Minneapolis, MN: Augsburg Fortress , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 M648 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Miller, James E.
Place of Publication
Minneapolis, MN
Publisher
Augsburg Fortress
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
63 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.
Series
Willowgreen Series
Subjects
Grief
Bereavement
Loss
Adaptation, Psychological
Spirituality
Poetry
Popular Work
ISBN
9780806628332
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 M648 1995
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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I can cope : staying healthy with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog8007
Johnson, Judi, Klein, Linda. Minneapolis, MN.: Chronimed Publishing , 1994. 2nd ed., rev. and updated.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 J67 1994
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Johnson, Judi
Klein, Linda
Edition
2nd ed., rev. and updated
Place of Publication
Minneapolis, MN.
Publisher
Chronimed Publishing
Publication Date
1994
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Popular Work
ISBN
1565610393
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 J67 1994

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Between us : a first-aid kit for your heart and soul (breast cancer)

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog26
Katze, Mary Rosanne, Murthy, Karla. Anchorage, AK: Affinityfilms, Inc. , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 K19 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Katze, Mary Rosanne
Murthy, Karla
Place of Publication
Anchorage, AK
Publisher
Affinityfilms, Inc.
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
colour ; 52 minutes
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Survivors
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 K19 1998

Copies

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Living in the postmastectomy body : learning to live in and love your body again

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6675
Zuckweiler, Becky. [Vancouver, BC?]: Hartley & Marks Publishers Inc. , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 Z94 1998
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Zuckweiler, Becky
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Hartley & Marks Publishers Inc.
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
xiii, 273 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Mastectomy - rehabilitation
Mastectomy - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
0881791520
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 Z94 1998

Copies

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Cancer stories on life and suffering

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124168
Gregory, David Michael, Russell, Cynthia K. Toronto, ON: McGill-Queen's University Press , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 G822c 1999
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
"In Cancer Stories five people share their journeys, their stories and the suffering they faced before their deaths. These narratives chronicle the despair, hope and love they experienced while living and dying with cancer, giving the power of the human spirit full voice. Lessons learned are presen…
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Author
Gregory, David Michael
Russell, Cynthia K.
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
McGill-Queen's University Press
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
xi, 189 p. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - complications
Suffering
Pain - psychology
Caregivers - psychology
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
"In Cancer Stories five people share their journeys, their stories and the suffering they faced before their deaths. These narratives chronicle the despair, hope and love they experienced while living and dying with cancer, giving the power of the human spirit full voice. Lessons learned are presented as 'gifts' at the conclusion of each of the five narratives." -- Back cover
ISBN
0886293545
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 G822c 1999

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Sexuality and fertility after cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog7817
Schover, Leslie R. [Toronto, ON]: John Wiley & Sons , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 S376s 1997
Availability
4 copies, 3 available
Covers communication, fertility, and the emotional and physical impact of specific cancers on sexuality.
More Information
Author
Schover, Leslie R
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Publication Date
1997
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Sex Behavior - psychology
Fertility
Popular Work
Abstract
Covers communication, fertility, and the emotional and physical impact of specific cancers on sexuality.
ISBN
0471181943
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 S376s 1997

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr On Loan, due Monday, February 5, 2024
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
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c.2 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Woman to woman : breast cancer and reconstruction options : a discussion for any woman diagnosed with breast cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18456
Bosom Buddies, Inc. Chicago, Il.: Bosom Buddies, Inc. , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 W871 1998
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
Author
Bosom Buddies, Inc.
Place of Publication
Chicago, Il.
Publisher
Bosom Buddies, Inc.
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
42 minutes
Booklet
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Mammaplasty
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Popular Work
ISBN
0966855604
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 W871 1998

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Mira's month

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120875
Weinstein-Stern, Deborah, Roy, Beth. Highland Park, IL: BMT Newsletter , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 W424 1994
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
With love and help from friends, family and teachers, 4 year old Mira adapts while her mom is in the hospital being treated for cancer.
More Information
Author
Weinstein-Stern, Deborah
Roy, Beth
Place of Publication
Highland Park, IL
Publisher
BMT Newsletter
Publication Date
1994
Physical Description
32 unnumbered pages : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Child
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
With love and help from friends, family and teachers, 4 year old Mira adapts while her mom is in the hospital being treated for cancer.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 W424 1994

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Chicken soup for the surviving soul : 101 stories of courage and inspiration from those who have survived cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog436
Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc. , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C533 1996
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
Alternate Title
Chicken soup for the surviving soul : 101 healing stories of courage and inspiration
Chicken soup for the surviving soul : 101 healing stories about those who have survived cancer
Editor
Canfield, Jack
Place of Publication
Deerfield Beach, FL
Publisher
Health Communications, Inc.
Publication Date
1996
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms
Survivors
Social Support
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
ISBN
9781558744028
1558744029
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C533 1996

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Making the grade : back to school after cancer for teens

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18254
Nessim, Susan. Los Angeles, CA: Cancervive , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 N465m 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Nessim, Susan
Corporate Author
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Place of Publication
Los Angeles, CA
Publisher
Cancervive
Publication Date
1999
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Schools
Adolescent
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
VHS
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 N465m 1999

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Pain : the challenge and the gift

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17816
Matthews, Marti Lynn. Walpole, NH: Stillpoint Publishing , 1991.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL700 M441p 1991
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Matthews, Marti Lynn
Place of Publication
Walpole, NH
Publisher
Stillpoint Publishing
Publication Date
1991
Physical Description
xx, 235 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Pain - psychology
Spiritual Therapies
Religion
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9780913299807
0913299804
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WL700 M441p 1991

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