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Quick calm : easy neuroscience-based mindfulness meditations to short-circuit stress

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124262
Wolkin, Jennifer R. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Author
Wolkin, Jennifer R.
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
2021
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Mindfulness
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
Meditation
Popular Work
ISBN
9781684036080
9781684036103
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca or calling 1.888.675.8001 x 7000 (toll-free) to obtain a username and password.
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Love is the strongest medicine : notes from a cancer doctor on connection, creativity, and compassion

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123373
Eisenberg, Steven. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc. , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 E574 2021
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Eisenberg, Steven
Place of Publication
Carlsbad, CA
Publisher
Hay House, Inc.
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
xx, 185 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Physician-Patient Relations
Empathy
Oncologists
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781401960896
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 E574 2021

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Caregiver's guide to cancer : compassionate advice for caring for you and your loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124322
Landes, Victoria. Emeryville, CA: Rockridge Press , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 L256 2021
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
"Looking after someone with cancer can be complex, overwhelming, and emotionally draining all at once. As a caregiver, you may also overlook your own well-being while you focus on your loved one. This book empowers you to be an attentive, thoughtful, and compassionate caregiver for your friend or f…
Author
Landes, Victoria
Place of Publication
Emeryville, CA
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
ix, 166 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms
Caregivers - psychology
Self Care - methods
Patients - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
"Looking after someone with cancer can be complex, overwhelming, and emotionally draining all at once. As a caregiver, you may also overlook your own well-being while you focus on your loved one. This book empowers you to be an attentive, thoughtful, and compassionate caregiver for your friend or family member with cancer. You'll also find practical everyday advice for meeting your own physical and emotional needs while dealing with the unique challenges you face."-- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781648764196
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
QZ201 L256 2021

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Stress book : forty-plus ways to manage stress and enjoy your life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124272
Foster, Terrence. Morrow, GA: Global Health and Consortium , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Author
Foster, Terrence
Place of Publication
Morrow, GA
Publisher
Global Health and Consortium
Publication Date
2021
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
Life Change Events
Popular Work
ISBN
9781737519218
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca or calling 1.888.675.8001 x 7000 (toll-free) to obtain a username and password.
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We are all perfectly fine : a memoir of love, medicine and healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125052
Horton, Jillian. Toronto, ON: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WZ100 H823 2021
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Horton, Jillian
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
290 p. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Physicians - psychology
Burnout, Professional
Occupational Stress
Burnout, Psychological
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781443461641
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WZ100 H823 2021

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Grieving is loving : compassionate words for bearing the unbearable

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124348
Cacciatore, Joanne. Somerville, MA: Wisdom Publications , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 C118 2020
Availability
2 copies, 1 available
Author
Cacciatore, Joanne
Place of Publication
Somerville, MA
Publisher
Wisdom Publications
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
xvi, 112 pages ; 18 cm
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief
Loss
Popular Work
ISBN
9781614297017
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 C118 2020

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library On Loan, due Tuesday, April 30, 2024
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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No longer radical : understanding mastectomies and choosing the breast cancer care that's right for you

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125263
Brem, Rachel, Teal, Christy. New York: Simon Element , 2023.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 B836 2023
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Author
Brem, Rachel
Teal, Christy
Place of Publication
New York
Publisher
Simon Element
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
viii, 307 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - prevention & control
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Breast Neoplasms - therapy
Mastectomy
Decision Making
Popular Work
ISBN
9781668001134
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Status
Processing
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 B836 2023

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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c.2 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Why we meditate : the science and practice of clarity and compassion

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124405
Goleman, Daniel, Rinpoche, Tsoknyi, Kane, Adam. New York, NY: Atria Books , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM427 G625w 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Goleman, Daniel
Rinpoche, Tsoknyi
Kane, Adam
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Atria Books
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
212 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Mindfulness
Meditation - methods
Buddhism
Philosophy
Self-Compassion
Popular Work
ISBN
9781982178451
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM427 G625w 2022

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Practical mindfulness : a physician's no-nonsense guide to meditation for beginners

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124418
Sazima, Greg. Coral Gables, FL: Mango Media , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425 S275p 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Sazima, Greg
Place of Publication
Coral Gables, FL
Publisher
Mango Media
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
311 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Subjects
Mindfulness
Meditation - methods
Cancer Survivors - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
9781642504378
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425 S275p 2022

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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New alchemists : the rise of deceptive healthcare

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123599
Garrett, Bernie. London, UK: Hammersmith Health Books , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WZ310 G239 2021
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Garrett explores real-world examples of deceptive health science, professional malpractice, misleading marketing, celebrity health fads, deception in alternative medicine, and more. -- Provided by publisher.
Author
Garrett, Bernie
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Hammersmith Health Books
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
x, 415 p. ; 22 cm
Subjects
Deception
Fraud
Quackery
Ethics,
Pseudoscience
Popular Work
Abstract
Garrett explores real-world examples of deceptive health science, professional malpractice, misleading marketing, celebrity health fads, deception in alternative medicine, and more. -- Provided by publisher.
ISBN
9781781611883
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WZ310 G239 2021

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Overcome the challenges of cancer care : how to avoid the pitfalls on path to healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122857
Rosenberg, Stephen. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
"A friendly, easy-to-read guide for cancer patients and their loved ones when dealing with a cancer diagnosis. This book will help patients, loved ones, friends and family recognize the pitfalls of a cancer diagnosis and how to avoid them to get the best care possible during their cancer journey." …
  1 read online  
Author
Rosenberg, Stephen
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Publication Date
2020
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms - diagnosis
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Patient Care
Popular Work
Abstract
"A friendly, easy-to-read guide for cancer patients and their loved ones when dealing with a cancer diagnosis. This book will help patients, loved ones, friends and family recognize the pitfalls of a cancer diagnosis and how to avoid them to get the best care possible during their cancer journey." -- Provided by publisher.
ISBN
9781538134221
9781538134238
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca or calling 1.888.675.8001 x 7000 (toll-free) to obtain a username and password.
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Starving cancer cells : evidence based strategies to slow cancer progression : a selection of readings for health services providers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123711
Fried, Robert, Carlton, Richard M., Fried, Dennis A. London, UK: Academic Press , 2021.
Audience
Professional
  1 read online  
Author
Fried, Robert
Carlton, Richard M.
Fried, Dennis A.
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Academic Press
Publication Date
2021
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Technology
ISBN
9780128240137
9780128241349
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This EBSCO title is licensed for one BC Cancer staff user at a time only. Authentication via HealthBC sign in required. Use your BC Cancer staff username and ID when prompted.
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Easy way to stop smoking

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124445
Carr, Allen. London, UK: Sirius Publishing , 2023.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA900 C311 2023
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Allen Carr's easy way to stop smoking
Author
Carr, Allen
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Sirius Publishing
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
273 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Smoking - prevention & control
Smoking Cessation
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781839404115
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WA900 C311 2023

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Overcoming stress-induced brain fog : 10 simple ways to find focus, improve memory & feel grounded

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124524
Weber, Jill P. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 2022.
Audience
Professional
"Brain fog-that feeling of being overstimulated and stressed to the point where it affects the ability to focus, concentrate, or communicate effectively-is a very real issue for many people. The prolonged stress and anxiety that lead to brain fog can decrease motivation, passion, and even one's sen…
  1 read online  
Author
Weber, Jill P.
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
2022
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Stress (Psychology)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - methods
Anxiety
Mindfulness
Popular Work
Abstract
"Brain fog-that feeling of being overstimulated and stressed to the point where it affects the ability to focus, concentrate, or communicate effectively-is a very real issue for many people. The prolonged stress and anxiety that lead to brain fog can decrease motivation, passion, and even one's sense of self-worth. This book presents proven-effective skills from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and neuroscience, and offers readers ten powerful and accessible approaches for cutting through the haze and reclaiming control"-- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781684039944
9781684039968
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This title is licensed for one user at a time on BC Cancer-network computers. If you are denied access while on a network computer, try again later.
This Proquest title is licensed for ONE BC Cancer staff user at a time. If you are denied access while on a network computer, please try again later.
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Functional foods in cancer prevention and therapy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123034
London, UK: Academic Press , 2020.
Audience
Professional
Contents:
  1 read online  
Editor
Kabir, Yearul
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Academic Press
Publication Date
2020
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms - diet therapy
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Nutrition Therapy
Abstract
Contents:
ISBN
9780128161517
9780128165386
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This Proquest title is licensed for ONE BC Cancer staff user at a time. If you are denied access while on a network computer, please try again later.
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Fundamentals of cancer detection

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125334
De, Surya K. Weinheim, Germany: Wiley-VCH , 2022.
Audience
Professional
Content:; Front Matter -- An Overview of Cancer -- Cancer Risk Factors and Prevention -- Bladder Cancer -- Cancers of the Blood -- Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors -- Breast Cancer -- Colorectal Cancer -- Cervical Cancer -- Kidney Cancer -- Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer -- Lung Cancer -- Melanoma (Skin…
  1 read online  
Author
De, Surya K.
Place of Publication
Weinheim, Germany
Publisher
Wiley-VCH
Publication Date
2022
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - diagnosis
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Neoplasms - therapy
Abstract
Content:
Front Matter -- An Overview of Cancer -- Cancer Risk Factors and Prevention -- Bladder Cancer -- Cancers of the Blood -- Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors -- Breast Cancer -- Colorectal Cancer -- Cervical Cancer -- Kidney Cancer -- Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer -- Lung Cancer -- Melanoma (Skin Cancer) -- Mesothelioma -- Ovarian, Vaginal, and Vulvar Cancer -- Pancreatic Cancer -- Prostate Cancer -- Stomach (Gastric) Cancer -- Thyroid Cancer -- Endometrial Cancer -- Penile Cancer -- Testicular Cancer -- Index
ISBN
9783527838585
9783527350650
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Your complete guide to liver health : coping with fatty liver, hepatitis, cancer, and more

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124474
Thuluvath, Paul J. Baltimore, MD: John Hopkins University Press , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WI710 T534 2022
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"This comprehensive guide to liver disease and health teaches readers everything they need to know about the human liver, including how to prevent liver infections and disease, how liver diseases are diagnosed and treated, and how to take care of one's liver"-- Provided by publisher
Author
Thuluvath, Paul J.
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
John Hopkins University Press
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
206 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Popular Work
Liver diseases
Liver Diseases - prevention & control
Abstract
"This comprehensive guide to liver disease and health teaches readers everything they need to know about the human liver, including how to prevent liver infections and disease, how liver diseases are diagnosed and treated, and how to take care of one's liver"-- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781421443829
1421443821
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WI710 T534 2022

Copies

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Oncological functional nutrition : phytochemicals and medicinal plants

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San Diego, CA: Academic Press , 2021.
Audience
Professional
Contents:; 1. Cancer epidemiology -- 2. Molecular and therapeutic bases of cancer -- 3. Macro and micronutrients in cancer prevention and treatment -- 4. Phytochemicals in cancer treatment -- 5. Medicinal plants as potential functional foods or resources for obtaining metabolites with anticancer ac…
  1 read online  
Editor
Campos, Maira Rubi Segura
Ortega, Armando Manuel Martin
Place of Publication
San Diego, CA
Publisher
Academic Press
Publication Date
2021
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms - diet therapy
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Phytotherapy
Plants, Medicinal
Abstract
Contents:
1. Cancer epidemiology -- 2. Molecular and therapeutic bases of cancer -- 3. Macro and micronutrients in cancer prevention and treatment -- 4. Phytochemicals in cancer treatment -- 5. Medicinal plants as potential functional foods or resources for obtaining metabolites with anticancer activity
ISBN
9780128198285
9780128198292
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Dietary research and cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123736
Gacche, Rajesh N. Singapore: Springer , 2021.
Audience
Professional
  1 read online  
Author
Gacche, Rajesh N.
Place of Publication
Singapore
Publisher
Springer
Publication Date
2021
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms - epidemiology
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Biomedical Research
Nutrition
Diet
ISBN
9789811660504
9789811660498
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This title is licensed for one user at a time on BC Cancer network computer. If you are denied access while on a network computer, try again later.
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Get your oomph back : a guide to exercise after a cancer diagnosis

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124267
Garritt, Carolyn. London, UK: Hammersmith Health Books , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Author
Garritt, Carolyn
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Hammersmith Health Books
Publication Date
2021
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Exercise Therapy
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Popular Work
ISBN
9781781612118
9781781612125
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca or calling 1.888.675.8001 x 7000 (toll-free) to obtain a username and password.
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