Editor

Bellenir, Karen

Edition

4th ed.

Place of Publication

Detroit, MI

Publisher

Omnigraphics

Publication Date

2010

Physical Description

xix, 729 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Series

Health reference series

Subjects

Neoplasms - etiology

Neoplasms - prevention & control

Genital Neoplasms, Female - therapy

Women's Health

Risk Factors

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Abstract

Cancer sourcebook for women : basic consumer health information about gynecologic cancers and other cancers of special concern to women, including cancers of the breast, cervix, colon, lung, ovaries, thyroid, and uterus; along with facts about benign conditions of the female reproductive system, cancer risk factors, screening and prevention programs, women's issues in cancer treatment and survivorship, research initiatives, a glossary of cancer terms, and a directory of resources for additional help and information

ISBN

9780780811393

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP145 C215s 2010

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Alternate Title

Twelve steps to a healthier life : reduce your cancer risk : the most up-to-date information on personal risk assessment, life style changes, preventive health strategies, genetic counseling, preventive anti-cancer medications, latest cutting-edge research

Author

Boughton, Barbara

Stefanek, Michael

Editor

Gansler, Ted

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Demos Health

Publication Date

2010

Physical Description

xxviii, 256 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - genetics

Neoplasms - etiology

Neoplasms - prevention & control

Risk Factors

Risk Assessment

Life Change Events

Genetic Counseling

Popular Work

ISBN

9781932603927

1932603921

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ200 B758 2010

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Author

Pennebaker, James W.

Smyth, Joshua M.

Edition

3rd ed.

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

The Guilford Press

Publication Date

2016

Physical Description

xi, 210 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Writing

Stress, Psychological - prevention & control

Adaptation, Psychological

Neoplasms - psychology

Mind-Body Therapies

Narrative Therapy

Self Disclosure

Popular Work

Abstract

Contents:

Introduction -- "Shh ... It's a secret": beginning to explore the connection between confession and health -- The invention of the expressive writing approach -- What's on your mind?: Health benefits of verbal and written disclosure -- Dealing with chronic health problems using expressive writing -- Writing to clear the mind: expressive writing in learning and education -- "Get these thoughts out of my head!" Getting past obsessions, insomnia, and bouts of stupidity -- To speed up or slow down?: How people differ in coping with trauma -- "I'm here for you ... or am I?": The audience on the other end of our words -- How does writing help us secure a healthier and happier future? -- Pulling it all together: recommendations for your use of expressive writing.

ISBN

9781462524921

1462524923

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WM420.5.N3 P412 2013

Website Notes

This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Alternate Title

Guide to stress-free living

Author

Sood, Amit

Corporate Author

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research

Place of Publication

[Boston, MA]

Publisher

Da Capo Lifelong

Publication Date

2013

Physical Description

xix, 308 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Adaptation, Psychological

Mind-Body Therapies

Stress, Psychological - prevention & control

Anxiety - therapy

Self Care

Healthy Lifestyle

Attention

Popular Work

Notes

Surrey CIC keep 2022

ISBN

9780738217123

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Surrey Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WM172.4 S711 2013

Website Notes

This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

Atlanta, GA

Publisher

American Cancer Society

Publication Date

2014

Physical Description

136 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - epidemiology

Neoplasms - etiology

Neoplasms

Neoplasms - prevention & control

Carcinogens

Global Burden of Disease

Delivery of Health Care

Risk Factors

Atlases

ISBN

9781604432282

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ 17 C215c 2014

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Alternate Title

MBSR

Author

Greenshields, David

Place of Publication

Kelowna, BC

Publisher

BC Cancer Agency. Cancer Centre for the Southern Interior. Patient and Family Counselling Services

Publication Date

2013

Physical Description

79 minutes

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Stress, Psychological - prevention & control

Mind-Body Therapies

Relaxation Therapy

Meditation - methods

Imagery (Psychotherapy)

Popular Work

Abstract

Track 1: Body scan (35:40) minutes

Track 2: Guided sitting meditation (43:03) minutes

Notes

Streaming audio available at SoundCloud.com

Language

English

Material Type

Audio

CD

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ266 G815 2013

Website Notes

This CD is available for streaming at SoundCloud.com

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Author

Port, Dina Roth

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Avery

Publication Date

2010

Physical Description

xiii, 267 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - genetics

Breast Neoplasms - prevention & control

Risk Factors

Mastectomy

Ovarian Neoplasms - genetics

Genes, BRCA1

Genes, BRCA2

Genetic Testing

Decision Making

Popular Work

ISBN

9781583334058

158333405X

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 P839 2010

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Alternate Title

Healing program

Author

Rutledge, Rob

Walker, Timothy

Corporate Author

Healing and Cancer Foundation

Place of Publication

Halifax, NS

Publisher

Healing and Cancer Foundation

Publication Date

2013

Physical Description

9 videodiscs (652 minutes) + 1 study guide.

Subjects

Mind-Body Therapies

Stress, Psychological - prevention & control

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Self-Help Groups

Breathing Exercises

Meditation

Relaxation Therapy

Spirituality

Group Processes

Adaptation, Psychological

Canada

Popular Work

Abstract

This 9-DVD educational set is meant to be a resource for women and family members affected by breast cancer. The first DVD of the set contains a 45 minute documentary called "The Nature of Healing" which was filmed at a "Skills for Healing" weekend retreat in Nova Scotia in 2012. Also on this disk is a lecture entitled "Complete breast cancer care" an oncologist's view of how to get the best care from the medical system and how women can do to empower themselves at levels of body, mind and spirit. The remaining 8-DVD's comprise a complete video from another weekend retreat including all the lectures, exercises, and group discussions. Available at: www.healingandcancer.org

Nature of healing documentary and complete breast cancer care lecture (45 minutes)

Booklet titled "Healing program : study guide"

The Healing Program : DVD 1 : Opening circle (63 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 2 : Empowering the body (55 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 3: Power of mindfulness (78 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 4: Stress and the relaxation response (85 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 5: Reframing difficult thoughts with insight and kindness : Part 1 (78 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 6: Reframing difficult thoughts with insight and kindness : Part 2 (71 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 7: Working with fears and hopes (98 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 8: Closing Circle (79 minutes)

ISBN

9780986546518

Language

English

Material Type

Video

DVD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 H434n 2013 v.1-9

Website Notes

Expanded version of the booklet

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