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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

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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
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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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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

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How we live is how we die

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124468
Chödrön, Pema. Boulder, CO: Shambala Publications, Inc. , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM61 C545h 2022
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
"How We Live is How We'll Die shares Pema Chodron's wise words on working with this flow of life-learning to live with more ease, joy, and compassion through uncertainty; embracing new beginnings; and ultimately preparing for death with more wonder and less fear. Beloved teacher Pema Chodron writes…
Author
Chödrön, Pema
Place of Publication
Boulder, CO
Publisher
Shambala Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
xii, 221 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Subjects
Buddhism
Mindfulness
Attitude to Death
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
"How We Live is How We'll Die shares Pema Chodron's wise words on working with this flow of life-learning to live with more ease, joy, and compassion through uncertainty; embracing new beginnings; and ultimately preparing for death with more wonder and less fear. Beloved teacher Pema Chodron writes this book in her 85th year, and her insights on making friends with change are poignant for readers of all ages. This book shares Pema's thoughts on the bardos--the Tibetan teachings on what happens between this life and the next--and how they are relevant in each moment of our life now. She also shares wisdom on working with challenging emotions of craving, aggression, and ignorance, transforming them into a path of awakening and love. The more freedom we can find in our hearts and minds as we live, the more fearlessly we'll be able to confront death and life's countless changes."-- Provided by publisher
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781611809244
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM61 C545h 2022

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Opening to grief : finding your way from loss to peace

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122894
Willis, Claire B. Newburyport, MA: Dharma Spring , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 W734 2020
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"Opening to Grief is a companion for this tender time. With the demeanor and tone of a loving friend, the authors offer an invitation to grieve fully, to turn toward your emotions and experiences however they arrive, and to follow your own path toward healing....Because we love, we grieve. And when…
Author
Willis, Claire B.
Place of Publication
Newburyport, MA
Publisher
Dharma Spring
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
xviii, 123 p. ; 19 cm.
Subjects
Loss
Grief
Bereavement
Buddhism - psychology
Meditation
Popular Work
Abstract
"Opening to Grief is a companion for this tender time. With the demeanor and tone of a loving friend, the authors offer an invitation to grieve fully, to turn toward your emotions and experiences however they arrive, and to follow your own path toward healing....Because we love, we grieve. And when we fully feel our sorrow, we open to loving ourselves and other beings more deeply." - Provided by publisher.
Notes
Branch copies may differ by ISBN
ISBN
9781590035122
9781590035269
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 W734 2020
Website Notes
Some copies were purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

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You are the medicine : 13 moons of indigenous wisdom, ancestral connection, and animal spirit guidance

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124506
Frost, Asha. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc. , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB885 F939 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
"The Medicine you have been searching for lives within you. Follow the path of the 13 Ojibwe Moons with Animal Spirits and Ancestors as your guides as you unlock your connection to your own unique, inherent healing power. Through storytelling, ceremonies, and Shamanic journeys, learn to apply ancie…
Alternate Title
You are the medicine : thirteen moons of indigenous wisdom, ancestral connection, and animal spirit guidance
Author
Frost, Asha
Place of Publication
Carlsbad, CA
Publisher
Hay House, Inc.
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
xxxi, 245 pages ; 22 cm
Subjects
First Nations
Indigenous Peoples
Spiritual Therapies
Shamanism
Nature
Popular Work
Abstract
"The Medicine you have been searching for lives within you. Follow the path of the 13 Ojibwe Moons with Animal Spirits and Ancestors as your guides as you unlock your connection to your own unique, inherent healing power. Through storytelling, ceremonies, and Shamanic journeys, learn to apply ancient wisdom to your life in ways that are respectful and conscious of the stolen lands, lives, and traditions of Indigenous peoples"-- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781401963507
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WB885 F939 2022

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When someone dies : a children's mindful how-to guide on grief and loss

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124463
Dorn, Andrea. Eau Claire, WI: PESI Publishing , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 G7 D713 2022
Availability
3 copies, 2 available
"When Someone Dies walks children through the bereavement process in a simple, concrete, and developmentally appropriate way. Through the lens of mindfulness, children will learn how to say goodbye, make space for any emotions that arise, and work through their grief. Written for parents, teachers,…
Author
Dorn, Andrea
Place of Publication
Eau Claire, WI
Publisher
PESI Publishing
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Series
Mindful steps series
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Bereavement
Grief
Mindfulness
Popular Work
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
"When Someone Dies walks children through the bereavement process in a simple, concrete, and developmentally appropriate way. Through the lens of mindfulness, children will learn how to say goodbye, make space for any emotions that arise, and work through their grief. Written for parents, teachers, and therapists alike, this straightforward yet powerful book includes: Optional engagement questions to build connection and personalize the reading experience Short mindfulness and self-compassion meditations A developmental guide to children's understanding of death"-- Provided by publisher
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781683734864
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 G7 D713 2022

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Global Perspectives in Cancer Care : Religion, Spirituality, and Cultural Diversity in Health and Healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124695
New York: Oxford University Press , c2022.
Audience
Professional
"With cancer ranking as the primary or secondary cause of premature death in almost 100 countries worldwide, the World Health Organization recognized a high level of investment in cancer control and treatment (including palliative care) in 2019. At that time, governments at the World Health Assembl…
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Editor
Silbermann, Michael
Berger, Ann
Place of Publication
New York
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication Date
c2022
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - psychology
Spiritual Therapies
Spirituality
Cultural Diversity
Religion and Medicine
Abstract
"With cancer ranking as the primary or secondary cause of premature death in almost 100 countries worldwide, the World Health Organization recognized a high level of investment in cancer control and treatment (including palliative care) in 2019. At that time, governments at the World Health Assembly (WHA) unanimously adopted a new cancer resolution (Universal Health Coverage: Moving Together to Build a Healthier World). The resolution noted the potential for cancer prevention to reduce cancer burden in the future, while reducing the suffering from cancer in the communities.As most countries are facing an overall increase in the absolute number of cancer cases, large geographical diversity in cancer occurrence and variations in the magnitude and profile of the disease still continue between and within world regions. Specific types of cancer dominate globally: lung, female breast, and colorectal cancer. The regional variations in common cancer types signal the extent to which societal, economic, and lifestyle changes interplay to differentially impact the profile of this most complex group of diseases.Although survival rates for cancer have improved significantly over the past few decades, for each individual, the diagnosis and treatment of cancer are still devastating, affecting the family and community as well. The care of a person with cancer must be more than just the treatment of the cancer itself. Understanding the cultural, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of the cancer sufferer and their family and community will ensure the best care.In order to treat individuals with cancer and understand how to give the best possible care to underserved populations, we need to understand cultural diversity. Understanding that cultural aspects of a society may be intertwined with finances and other resources can improve adherence and access to care. Culture is made up of language, religion, cuisine, social norms, history, ancestry, music, arts, and spirituality. In order to improve cancer care outcomes, patients' diverse spiritual and cultural beliefs must be recognized. In addition, available methods must be utilized to improve access and adherence to treatment modalities and regimens.In this book, we focus on numerous diverse cultures, traditions, and faiths. Many parts of the world are composed of indigenous cultures, with unique spiritual beliefs in addition to the region's primary religion. We present chapters on indigenous religions as well as indigenous traditional healers. People everywhere experience trouble, sorrow, need, and sickness, and they develop skills and knowledge in response to these adversities. This book provides insightful models of these parameters and serves as a valuable resource for health care providers and policymakers by taking a global approach to cultural diversity in the world. By understanding this multiculturalism and the many aspects of psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of health and healing, we can learn from one another." --publisher
ISBN
9780197551349
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.
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Delivering compassionate care : a mindfulness curriculum for interdisciplinary healthcare professional

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124044
Cham, Switzerland: Springer , 2022.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
W84.8 D355 2022
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
This textbook is an evidenced-based course for interdisciplinary healthcare professionals for improving resilience and reducing stress and burnout. This curriculum improves patient-centered care by providing training in compassion and attention. It is a structured skills-based manual complete with …
Editor
Braun, Sarah Ellen
Kinser, Patricia Anne
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
Publisher
Springer
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
vi, 184 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Patient Care Team
Patient-centered care - methods
Occupational Stress - prevention & control
Mindfulness - education
Empathy
Burnout, Professional - prevention & control
Evidence-Based Practice
Abstract
This textbook is an evidenced-based course for interdisciplinary healthcare professionals for improving resilience and reducing stress and burnout. This curriculum improves patient-centered care by providing training in compassion and attention. It is a structured skills-based manual complete with resources for full implementation and dissemination of this evidence-based course. This textbook addresses the gaps existing in other mindfulness-based interventions. It is a unique manual that can be followed in a linear fashion or can be used modularly to suit the needs of specific settings. The curriculum contains didactic content and specific examples of practices; hence, it is easily adaptable for use by groups and classes of various sizes and structure. The authors have conducted several research studies with findings to support its use to prevent and treat burnout. Results demonstrate the curriculums feasibility and acceptability in healthcare professionals and students as well as efficacy in stress and burnout reduction with increases in dispositional mindfulness -- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9783030910617
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Kelowna Library
Vancouver Library
Call Number
W84.8 D355 2022

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Calling my spirit back

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124507
Alec, Elaine. [Victoria, BC]: Tellwell Talent , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB885 A366 2020
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"These stories are teachings, prophecy and protocols shared throughout the years by elders, language speakers, medicine people and helpers. They have been the foundation to individual healing and learning self-love."--Back cover
Author
Alec, Elaine
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC]
Publisher
Tellwell Talent
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
vi, 183 pages ; 22 cm
Subjects
First Nations
Indigenous Canadians
Spiritual Therapies
Self Care - methods
Child Abuse, Sexual - rehabilitation
Substance-related disorders - rehabilitation
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
"These stories are teachings, prophecy and protocols shared throughout the years by elders, language speakers, medicine people and helpers. They have been the foundation to individual healing and learning self-love."--Back cover
ISBN
9780228830696
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB885 A366 2020

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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…
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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.
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Seven circles : indigenous teachings for living well

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124455
Luger, Chelsey, Collins, Thosh. New York, NY: HarperOne , 2022. 1st ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA300 L951 2022
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
"A revolutionary wellness guide rooted in Indigenous ancestral knowledge, offering wisdom for spiritual, physical, and emotional wellbeing from Native American wellness activists"-- Provided by publisher
Author
Luger, Chelsey
Collins, Thosh
Edition
1st ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
HarperOne
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
248 pages : illustrations (colour) ; 24 cm
Subjects
First Nations
Philosophy
Mind Body Therapies - methods
Healthy Lifestyle
Popular Work
Abstract
"A revolutionary wellness guide rooted in Indigenous ancestral knowledge, offering wisdom for spiritual, physical, and emotional wellbeing from Native American wellness activists"-- Provided by publisher
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9780063119208
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WA300 L951 2022

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Mindful medicine : 40 simple practices to help healthcare professionals heal burnout and reconnect to purpose

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124335
Bays, Jan Chozen. Boulder, CO: Shambala Publications, Inc. , 2021.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WM172.4 B361 2022
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
Author
Bays, Jan Chozen
Place of Publication
Boulder, CO
Publisher
Shambala Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
ix, 229 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Mindfulness
Resilience
Burnout, Professional - prevention & control
Burnout, Psychological - prevention & control
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
ISBN
9781645470526
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Victoria Library
Call Number
WM172.4 B361 2022

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Help heal yourself from cancer : partner smarter with your doctor, personalize your treatment plan, and take charge of your recovery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125053
Sears, William, Sears, Martha. Dallas, TX: BenBella Books , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 S439h 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Sears, William
Sears, Martha
Place of Publication
Dallas, TX
Publisher
BenBella Books
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
290 p. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Popular Work
Neoplasms - therapy
Complementary Therapies
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781637741443
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 S439h 2022

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Storied companions : cancer, trauma, and discovering guides for living in Buddhist narratives

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123374
Derris, Karen. Somerville, MA: Wisdom Publications , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 D477 2021
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Facing a terminal cancer diagnosis, Karen Derris--professor, mother, and Buddhist practitioner--turned to books. By reading ancient Buddhist stories with new questions and a new purpose, finding a way to live with her dying body, she discovers new ways to make them immediate and real. - Provided by…
Author
Derris, Karen
Place of Publication
Somerville, MA
Publisher
Wisdom Publications
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
216 p. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Buddhism
Terminally Ill
Attitude to Death
Suffering
Uncertainty
Philosophy
Brain Neoplasms
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
Facing a terminal cancer diagnosis, Karen Derris--professor, mother, and Buddhist practitioner--turned to books. By reading ancient Buddhist stories with new questions and a new purpose, finding a way to live with her dying body, she discovers new ways to make them immediate and real. - Provided by publisher.
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781614295754
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 D477 2021

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Holistic cancer care : an herbal approach to reducing cancer risk, helping patients thrive during treatment, and minimizing recurrence

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125269
Cabrera, Chanchal. North Adams, MA: Storey Publishing , 2023.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C117 2023
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Cabrera, Chanchal
Place of Publication
North Adams, MA
Publisher
Storey Publishing
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
iv, 572 p. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Plants, Medicinal
Complementary Therapies
Holistic Health
Popular Work
ISBN
9781635863734
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C117 2023

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Alternative medicine : a critical assessment of 202 modalities

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124993
Ernst, Edzard. Cham, Switzerland: Springer Nature Switzerland AG , 2022. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
"Alternative medicine (AM) is popular; about 40% of the US general population have used alternative treatment in the past year, and in Germany this figure is around 70%. The global market is expected to reach nearly US $ 200 billion by 2025, with most of these funds coming directly out of consumers…
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Author
Ernst, Edzard
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
Publisher
Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Publication Date
2022
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Copernicus books
Subjects
Complementary Therapies
Treatment Outcome
Evidence-Based Medicine
Popular Work
Abstract
"Alternative medicine (AM) is popular; about 40% of the US general population have used alternative treatment in the past year, and in Germany this figure is around 70%. The global market is expected to reach nearly US $ 200 billion by 2025, with most of these funds coming directly out of consumers' pockets. Consumers are bombarded with misleading and false information on AM and therefore prone to making wrong, unwise, or dangerous therapeutic decisions, endangering their health and wasting their money. This book is a reference text aimed at guiding consumers through the maze of AM. This second edition includes over 50 additional treatments as well as updates on many others." - Provided by publisher
Notes
First edition: Alternative medicine : a critical assessment of 150 modalities
ISBN
9783031107092
9783031107108
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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If it sounds like a quack...: a journey to the fringes of American medicine

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125114
Hongoltz-Hetling, Matthew. New York: PublicAffairs , 2023.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WZ310 H772 2023
Availability
3 copies, 2 available
Author
Hongoltz-Hetling, Matthew
Editor
1st ed.
Place of Publication
New York
Publisher
PublicAffairs
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
vii, 323 p. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Quackery
Complementary Therapies
Social medicine - United States
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781541788879
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WZ310 H772 2023

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Women's bodies, women's wisdom : creating physical and emotional health and healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124425
Northrup, Christiane. New York, NY: Bantam Books , 2020. Rev. & updated 5th ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 N877 2020
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
"Emphasizing the body's innate wisdom and ability to heal, Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom covers the entire range of women's health--from the first menstrual period through menopause. It includes updated information on pregnancy, labor, and birth, sexuality, nutrition, hormone replacement therapy, …
Author
Northrup, Christiane
Edition
Rev. & updated 5th ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
xxiv, 1155 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects
Women's Health - popular works
Holistic Health
Mind Body Relations (Metaphysics)
Popular Work
Abstract
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Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
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Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
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WM172 N877 2020

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Living well with a serious illness : a guide to palliative care for mind, body, and spirit

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Kanarek, Robin Bennett. Baltimore, MD: Johns Hopkins University Press , 2023.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB310 K16 2023
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
This book was written to educate individuals diagnosed with a serious medical condition along with their loved ones about the importance of palliative care. The work outlines what palliative care is, provides communication strategies for getting the type of support and care that you want and need (…
Author
Kanarek, Robin Bennett
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
209 p. ; 22 cm.
Series
Johns Hopkins Press health book
Subjects
Quality of Life
Palliative Care
Terminal Care
Adaptation, Psychological
Advance Care Planning
Caregivers - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
This book was written to educate individuals diagnosed with a serious medical condition along with their loved ones about the importance of palliative care. The work outlines what palliative care is, provides communication strategies for getting the type of support and care that you want and need (and not just medications), outlines successful coping strategies, and discusses family dynamics, grieving, emotional support, and spirituality. Although palliative care is often associated with hospice and end-of-life planning, the author argues for a more expanded definition that includes improved quality of life at early as well as later stages of the disease process.
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781421445984
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Status
Processing
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB310 K16 2023

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c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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