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Medical Library Association guide to managing health care libraries

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New York, NY: Neal-Schuman Publishers, Inc. , 2011. 2nd ed.

Audience: Professional

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Alternate Title: Managing health care libraries

Editor: Bandy, Margaret Moylan; Dudden, Rosalind Farnam

Edition: 2nd ed.

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Neal-Schuman Publishers, Inc.

Publication Date: 2011

Physical Description: xxiii, 424 p. : ill. ; 28 cm. + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.).

Series: Medical Library Association guides

Subjects: Libraries, Medical - organization & administration; Libraries, Hospital - organization & administration; Library Services - organization & administration; Library Administration; Information Services; Health Education; Delivery of Health Care

ISBN: 9781555707347

Language: English

Material Type: Book; CD

Audience: Professional

Location: VC Librarians' Bookshelf

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Diagnosketch : a visual guide to medical diagnosis for the non-medical audience

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Adhikari, Sapana P. New York, NY: Oxford University Press , 2022.

Audience: Patient or Public

"Diagnosketch is a visual aid to explain medical diagnoses to patients at the bedside. It uses simplified images to illustrate complicated anatomy and concepts. The title, 'Diagnosketch,' combines the term 'diagnosis,' with the term, 'sketch,' paralleling the way the book combines a medical diagnos…

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Author: Adhikari, Sapana P.

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Publication Date: 2022

Series: Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects: Diagnosis; Human anatomy; Medical Illustration; Patient Education as Topic; Pictorial Works; Popular Work

Abstract: "Diagnosketch is a visual aid to explain medical diagnoses to patients at the bedside. It uses simplified images to illustrate complicated anatomy and concepts. The title, 'Diagnosketch,' combines the term 'diagnosis,' with the term, 'sketch,' paralleling the way the book combines a medical diagnosis with a simplified sketch. It includes common pathologies seen in an acute care setting, especially ones that are easier to explain with pictures"-- Provided by publisher

ISBN: 9780197636954; 9780197636961

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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Cannabis pharmacy : the practical guide to medical marijuana

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Backes, Michael. New York, NY: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers , 2017. Rev. and updated.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WB925 B126 2017

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Backes, Michael

Edition: Rev. and updated

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers

Publication Date: 2017

Physical Description: 320 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Medical Marijuana - therapeutic use; Cannabis - therapeutic use; Popular Work

ISBN: 9780316464185

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WB925 B126 2017

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Health care in Canada

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Canadian Institute for Health Information. [Ottawa, ON]: Canadian Institute for Health Information | Statistics Canada , 2007.

Audience: Professional

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Corporate Author: Canadian Institute for Health Information

Place of Publication: [Ottawa, ON]

Publisher: Canadian Institute for Health Information; Statistics Canada

Publication Date: 2007

Subjects: Delivery of Health Care; Health Services Accessibility; Medical Care; Public Health; Canada

ISBN: 9781554650491

Language: English

Material Type: Book; Online

Audience: Professional

Location: Internet

Website Notes: PDF available to download from this site

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Patients' companion

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Chow, Wai Ping Cheung. [Vancouver, BC?]: S.U.C.C.E.S.S. (United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society) , 2008. new rev. ed.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: W84 P298 2007

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

Author: Chow, Wai Ping Cheung

Edition: new rev. ed.

Place of Publication: [Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher: S.U.C.C.E.S.S. (United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society)

Publication Date: 2008

Physical Description: 134 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects: Terminology; Vocabulary; Health Care; Translating; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781896148496

Language: Chinese; English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: W84 P298 2007

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Healing meditations : enhance your immune system and find the key to good health

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Siegel, Bernie S. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc. , 2000.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ266 S573he 2000 v.1-2

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

Author: Siegel, Bernie S

Place of Publication: Carlsbad, CA

Publisher: Hay House, Inc.

Publication Date: 2000

Subjects: Relaxation Therapy; Mental Healing; Imagery; Popular Work

ISBN: 1401901425

Language: English

Material Type: CD; Audio

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library Relax; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ266 S573he 2000 v.1-2

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Healing through words

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Kaur, Rupi. Kansas City, MO: Andrews McMeel Publishing , 2022.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WM420.5.N3 K21h 2022

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

"#1 New York Times bestselling author Rupi Kaur presents guided writing exercises of her own design to inspire creativity and healing. These exercises help you explore themes of trauma, loss, heartache, love, healing, and celebration to the self." --Back cover

Author: Kaur, Rupi

Place of Publication: Kansas City, MO

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Publication Date: 2022

Physical Description: xvii, 300 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Subjects: Writing; Adaptation, Psychological; Narrative Therapy; Self Disclosure; Popular Work

Abstract: "#1 New York Times bestselling author Rupi Kaur presents guided writing exercises of her own design to inspire creativity and healing. These exercises help you explore themes of trauma, loss, heartache, love, healing, and celebration to the self." --Back cover

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

ISBN: 9781524873264

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WM420.5.N3 K21h 2022

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Navigating Canada's health care : a user guide to getting the care you need

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Decter, Michael, Grosso, Francesca. [Toronto, ON]: Penguin Canada , 2006.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WA540 DC2 D295 2006

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Decter, Michael; Grosso, Francesca

Place of Publication: [Toronto, ON]

Publisher: Penguin Canada

Publication Date: 2006

Physical Description: xviii, 358 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Medical Care; Patient Education; Consumer Advocacy; Delivery of Health Care; Health Services Accessibility; Canada

ISBN: 9780143050452; 0143050451

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WA540 DC2 D295 2006

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Breathing : the master key to self healing

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Weil, Andrew. Boulder, CO: Sounds True , 1999.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ266 W422b 1999 v.1-2

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

v.1: The benefits of breathwork; v.2: 8 sections; Preparing for breathwork/following your breath; Begin with exhalation; Squeeze more air out of the lungs; The stimulating breath; Make your breathing deep, slow, quiet and regular; Let yourself be breathed; The relaxing breath; Combining the stimul…

Author: Weil, Andrew

Place of Publication: Boulder, CO

Publisher: Sounds True

Publication Date: 1999

Physical Description: 2 CD's + 1 booklet

Series: Self healing series

Subjects: Meditation; Breathing Exercises; Mind Body Therapies; Relaxation Therapy; Mental Healing; Imagery (Psychotherapy); Popular Work

Abstract: v.1: The benefits of breathwork; v.2: 8 sections; Preparing for breathwork/following your breath; Begin with exhalation; Squeeze more air out of the lungs; The stimulating breath; Make your breathing deep, slow, quiet and regular; Let yourself be breathed; The relaxing breath; Combining the stimulating and relaxing breaths

ISBN: 156455726X

Language: English

Material Type: Audio; CD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library Relax; Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ266 W422b 1999 v.1-2

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Gentle heart : songs in the key of mindfulness

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Veal, Marshall. [Vancouver, BC?]: Saudara Music , 2004.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ266 V394g 2004

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Veal, Marshall

Place of Publication: [Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher: Saudara Music

Publication Date: 2004

Subjects: Relaxation Techniques; Music Therapy; Imagery; Popular Work

Language: English

Material Type: Audio; CD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library Relax

Call Number: QZ266 V394g 2004

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When words matter most : thoughtful words and deeds to express just the right thing at just the right time

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Spizman, Robyn Freedman. New York, NY: Crown Publishers, Inc. , 1996.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: BF637 C45 S761 1996

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Alternate Title: When words matter most

Author: Spizman, Robyn Freedman

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Crown Publishers, Inc.

Publication Date: 1996

Physical Description: 126 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects: Interpersonal Relations; Communication; Writing; Emotions; Empathy; Popular Work

ISBN: 0517704064

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: BF637 C45 S761 1996

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In our own words : the cancer journey

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Canadian Cancer Society. [Toronto, ON]: Canadian Cancer Society , 2010.

Audience: Patient or Public

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Corporate Author: Canadian Cancer Society

Place of Publication: [Toronto, ON]

Publisher: Canadian Cancer Society

Publication Date: 2010

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Survivors; Adaptation, Psychological; Canada; Popular Work

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Internet

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Words that heal : affirmations and meditations for daily living

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Bloch, Douglas. [Toronto, ON]: Bantam Books , 1990.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WM61 B651 1990

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Bloch, Douglas

Place of Publication: [Toronto, ON]

Publisher: Bantam Books

Publication Date: 1990

Subjects: Mental Healing; Meditation; Relaxation Techniques; Spirituality; Popular Work

ISBN: 0553348094

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WM61 B651 1990

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Grieving is loving : compassionate words for bearing the unbearable

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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

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When words heal : writing through cancer

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Bray, Sharon A. Berkeley, CA: Frog, Ltd. , 2004.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ266 B827 2006

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Bray, Sharon A.

Place of Publication: Berkeley, CA

Publisher: Frog, Ltd.

Publication Date: 2004

Physical Description: xvi, 141 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Adaptation, Psychological; Narrative Therapy; Imagery (Psychotherapy); Writing; Personal Narratives as Topic; Anecdotes as Topic; Poetry as Topic; Popular Work

ISBN: 1583941584; 9781583941584

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ266 B827 2006

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Look it up! : what patients, doctors, nurses, and pharmacists need to know about the Internet and primary health care

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Pluye, Pierre, Barlow, Julie, Grad, Roland. Montreal, QC: McGill-Queen's University Press , 2017.

Audience: Professional

Call Number: W 26.55.D2 P738 2017

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Table of Contents:; 1 A New Way of Diagnosing -- 2 Do I Really Need This Test? -- 3 When Clinicians Disagree -- 4 The Expanded Role of Pharmacists -- 5 Better Treatment for Chronic Problems and Common Conditions -- 6 Getting Patients Engaged -- 7 The Pros and Cons of "Doctor Google" -- 8 Nurses and…

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Author: Pluye, Pierre; Barlow, Julie; Grad, Roland

Place of Publication: Montreal, QC

Publisher: McGill-Queen's University Press

Publication Date: 2017

Physical Description: xii, 182 p. ; 23 cm.

Series: EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects: Decision Making, Computer-Assisted; Internet; Primary Health Care; Physician-Patient Relations; Health Literacy; Medical Informatics; Popular Work

Abstract: Table of Contents:; 1 A New Way of Diagnosing -- 2 Do I Really Need This Test? -- 3 When Clinicians Disagree -- 4 The Expanded Role of Pharmacists -- 5 Better Treatment for Chronic Problems and Common Conditions -- 6 Getting Patients Engaged -- 7 The Pros and Cons of "Doctor Google" -- 8 Nurses and Doctors Can't Remember Everything -- 9 The Hidden Problem of Health Literacy -- 10 The Family Doctor of the Future.

ISBN: 9780773551367; 9780773551909; 9780773551916

Language: English

Material Type: Book; Ebook

Audience: Professional

Location: Vancouver Library; Internet

Call Number: W 26.55.D2 P738 2017

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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Helping others with depression : words to say, things to do

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Noonan, Susan J. Baltimore, MD: John Hopkins University Press , 2021.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WM171.5 N817 2021

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

"The book is meant for those who want to help a loved one with depression. The book details what depression is and what its main symptoms and manifestations are, followed by proven strategies for encouraging someone to get treatment and suggestions for how to tell when depressive symptoms are getti…

Author: Noonan, Susan J.

Responsibility: Johns Hopkins Press health book

Place of Publication: Baltimore, MD

Publisher: John Hopkins University Press

Publication Date: 2021

Physical Description: xiii, 256 pages ; 26 cm

Subjects: Popular Work; Depression; Depression - therapy

Abstract: "The book is meant for those who want to help a loved one with depression. The book details what depression is and what its main symptoms and manifestations are, followed by proven strategies for encouraging someone to get treatment and suggestions for how to tell when depressive symptoms are getting worse and may indicate a risk for suicide"-- Provided by publisher

ISBN: 9781421439303; 1421439301

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WM171.5 N817 2021

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Key to cancer : what we understand, we can deal with

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Weeder, Richard S., Gibson, Kevin, Traub, Michael. Honolulu, HI: Hoaloha Books , 2006.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 W394 2006

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

Author: Weeder, Richard S.; Gibson, Kevin; Traub, Michael

Corporate Author: Aloha Cancer Education Institute

Place of Publication: Honolulu, HI

Publisher: Hoaloha Books

Publication Date: 2006

Physical Description: xiii, 115 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Neoplasms; Complementary Therapies; Mind Body Relations (Metaphysical); Popular Work

ISBN: 0977751309

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr; Prince George Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 W394 2006

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