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Know your chances : understanding health statistics

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20841
Woloshin, Steven, Schwartz, Lisa M, Welch, H. Gilbert. Berkeley, CA: University of California Press , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA900 W866 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Woloshin, Steven
Schwartz, Lisa M
Welch, H. Gilbert
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
University of California Press
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
142 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Health Status Indicators
Risk Assessment
Biometry
Statistics as Topic
Public Health
Popular Work
ISBN
9780520252226
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WA900 W866 2008

Copies

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Caring for the air : Metro Vancouver 2016

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114776
Metro Vancouver. Burnaby, BC: Metro Vancouver , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Professional
  2 read online  
Alternate Title
Caring for the air report 2016
Corporate Author
Metro Vancouver
Place of Publication
Burnaby, BC
Publisher
Metro Vancouver
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
21 p. : ill.
Subjects
Environmental Monitoring
Environmental Health
Climate Change
Air Pollutants
Air Pollution, Indoor
Air Pollution - adverse effects
Smoke - adverse effects
Health Impact Assessment
Vehicle Emissions
Greenhouse Effect
Vancouver
Language
English
Material Type
Report
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
"Metro Vancouver's Caring for the Air report is an easy-to-read annual publication that provides information about air quality and climate change issues in our region, as well as programs that protect public health and the environment, improve visual air quality, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions."
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Environmental health sourcebook

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15304
Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics , 2003. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA30 E61m 2003
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Environmental health sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the environment and its effect on human health, including the effects of air pollution, water pollution, hazardous chemicals, food hazards, radiation hazards, biological agents, household hazards, such as radon, asbestos, car…
Editor
Matthews, Dawn D
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Detroit, MI
Publisher
Omnigraphics
Publication Date
2003
Series
Health reference series
Subjects
Environmental Health
Environmental Pollution - adverse effects
Environmental Pollutants - toxicity
Environmental Pollutants - adverse effects
Popular Work
Abstract
Environmental health sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the environment and its effect on human health, including the effects of air pollution, water pollution, hazardous chemicals, food hazards, radiation hazards, biological agents, household hazards, such as radon, asbestos, carbon monoxide, and mold, and information about associated diseases and disorders, including cancer, allergies, respiratory problems, and skin disorders; along with information about environmental concerns for specific populations, a glossary of related terms, and resources for further help and information
ISBN
0780806328
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WA30 E61m 2003

Copies

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Environmental health sourcebook

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120546
Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics , 2015. 4th ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Environmental health sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the environment and its effect on human health, including the effects of air pollution, water pollution, hazardous chemicals, food hazards, radiation hazards, biological agents, household hazards, such as radon, asbestos, car…
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Alternate Title
Environmental health sourcebook
Editor
Jones, Keith
Edition
4th ed.
Place of Publication
Detroit, MI
Publisher
Omnigraphics
Publication Date
2015
Series
Health reference series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Environmental Health
Environmental Pollution - adverse effects
Environmental Pollutants - toxicity
Environmental Pollutants - adverse effects
Carcinogens, Environmental
Popular Work
Abstract
Environmental health sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the environment and its effect on human health, including the effects of air pollution, water pollution, hazardous chemicals, food hazards, radiation hazards, biological agents, household hazards, such as radon, asbestos, carbon monoxide, and mold, and information about associated diseases and disorders, including cancer, allergies, respiratory problems, and skin disorders; along with information about environmental concerns for specific populations, a glossary of related terms, and resources for further help and information
Table of contents:
Part I Understanding the Health Effects of Environmental Hazards -- Part II Health Concerns and Their Environmental Triggers -- Part III Outdoor Environmental Hazards -- Part IV Household and Indoor Environmental Hazards -- Part V Foodborne Hazards -- Part VI Consumer Products and Medical Hazards -- Part VII Additional Help and Information.
ISBN
9780780813984
9780780813519
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 to obtain a username and password from the Library.
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Preventing cancer : reducing the risks

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113750
Beliveau, Richard, Gingras, Denis. Richmond Hill, ON: Firefly Books , 2015.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 B431 2015
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
Author
Beliveau, Richard
Gingras, Denis
Place of Publication
Richmond Hill, ON
Publisher
Firefly Books
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
264 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Diet
Life Style
Food habits
Smoking Cessation
Risk Reduction Behavior
Health Promotion
Popular Work
ISBN
9781770856332
1770856331
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 B431 2015

Copies

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c.2 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.3 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Missing Available
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Nonviolent communication : a language of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120504
Rosenberg, Marshall B. Encinitas, CA.: Puddle Dancer Press , 2015. 3rd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 R813 2015
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Author
Rosenberg, Marshall B
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
Encinitas, CA.
Publisher
Puddle Dancer Press
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
xix, 244 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Empathy
Conflict (Psychology)
Negotiating
Verbal Behavior
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 (F0002447)
Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC (F0002451)
ISBN
9781892005281
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM172 R813 2015

Copies

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ISAAC : interactive symptom assessment and collection : patient information

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17675
BC Cancer Agency. [Victoria, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public

How healthy are you? Self-assessment quiz

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18450
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs , 2009?.
Audience
Patient or Public
  2 read online  

Reduce your cancer risk : twelve steps to a healthier life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19767
Boughton, Barbara, Stefanek, Michael. New York, NY: Demos Health , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 B758 2010
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
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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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Dodging the toxic bullet : how to protect yourself from everyday environmental health hazards

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21805
Boyd, David R. [Vancouver, BC?]: Greystone Books | David Suzuki Foundation , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA30 B789 2010
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Boyd, David R
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Greystone Books
David Suzuki Foundation
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
214 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Environmental Pollutants - toxicity
Environmental Pollutants - adverse effects
Carcinogens
Enviromental Health
Ecotoxicology
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781553654544
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WA30 B789 2010

Copies

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Ovarian cancer risk-reducing surgery : a decision-making resource

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15456
Daly, Mary B, Cherry, Carol. Philadelphia, PA: Fox Chase Cancer Center , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP322 O96 2006
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
  2 read online  
Author
Daly, Mary B
Cherry, Carol
Corporate Author
Fox Chase Cancer Center
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
Fox Chase Cancer Center
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
140 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Ovarian Neoplasms - surgery
Ovarian Neoplasms - genetics
Ovarian Neoplasms - etiology
Genetic Counseling
Risk Assessment
Decision Making
Ovarian Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP322 O96 2006
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NCCN guidelines for patients : immunotherapy side effects: CAR T-cell therapy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124898
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Plymouth Meeting, PA: National Comprehensive Cancer Network , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ267 N277c 2022
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
  2 read online  
Alternate Title
National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines for patients : immunotherapy side effects: CAR T-cell therapy
Corporate Author
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
Place of Publication
Plymouth Meeting, PA
Publisher
National Comprehensive Cancer Network
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
32 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm
Series
NCCN guidelines for patients
Subjects
Popular Work
Immunotherapy, Adoptive - adverse effects
Immunotherapy - adverse effects
ISBN
9781954190627
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ267 N277c 2022
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You are the target : big tobacco : lies, scams--now the truth

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10811
Lovell, Georgina. [Vancouver, BC?]: Chryan Communications , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA900 L915 2002
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Lovell, Georgina
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Chryan Communications
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
200 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Tobacco Industry
Tobacco - adverse effects
Smoking - adverse effects
Advertising - methods
ISBN
0973067004
9780393020465
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Library
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WA900 L915 2002

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
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c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
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Stable : basic body mechanics : reduce your risk of injury

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15785
Thomson, Ron. [Victoria, BC?]: Vancouver Island Health Authority, Centre of Excellence for Video & Multimedia , 2004.
Audience
Professional
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA487.5 H4 S775 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Stable
Author
Thomson, Ron
Corporate Author
Union of B.C. Performers (UBCP)
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Vancouver Island Health Authority, Centre of Excellence for Video & Multimedia
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
18 minutes
Subjects
Wounds and Injuries
Lifting - adverse effects
Musculoskeletal System - injuries
Occupational Diseases - etiology
Occupational Accidents - prevention & control
Back Injuries - prevention & control
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Professional
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WA487.5 H4 S775 2004

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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No family history : the environmental links to breast cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18111
McCormick, Sabrina. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc. , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M477 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
McCormick, Sabrina
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
185 p. ; 24 cm.
Series
New social formations
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - etiology
Environmental Exposure - adverse effects
Breast Neoplasms - prevention & control
Public Policy
United States
Popular Work
ISBN
9780742564084
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 M477 2009

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Caregiver's guide to communication problems from brain injury or disease

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124323
Baltimore, MD: Johns Hopkins University Press , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL340 C271 2022
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
"An all-in-one guide for helping the caregivers of individuals with brain injury or degenerative disease understand speech, language, voice, memory, and swallowing impairment and distinguish these problem areas from healthy aging" -- Provided by publisher
Editor
O'Connor Wells, Barbara
Porcaro, Connie K.
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
xiii, 236 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Series
Johns Hopkins Press health book
Subjects
Speech Disorders
Aphasia
Communication
Caregivers
Brain Injuries - rehabilitation
Brain Diseases - rehabilitation
Brain injuries - complications
Brain Diseases - complications
Popular Work
Handbook
Abstract
"An all-in-one guide for helping the caregivers of individuals with brain injury or degenerative disease understand speech, language, voice, memory, and swallowing impairment and distinguish these problem areas from healthy aging" -- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781421442556
1421442558
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL340 C271 2022

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c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Chemotherapy and radiation therapy survival guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog3960
McKay, Judith, Hirano, Nancee. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 1998. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 M153c 1998
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Alternate Title
Chemotherapy and radiation therapy survival guide : information, suggestions and support to help you get through treatment
Author
McKay, Judith
Hirano, Nancee
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
x, 226 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Antineoplastic Agents - adverse effects
Radiotherapy - adverse effects
Neoplasms - drug therapy
Popular Work
ISBN
1572240709
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 M153c 1998

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Loving, supporting and caring for the cancer patient : a guide to communication, compassion and courage

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120439
Goldberg, Stan. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 G618 2016
Availability
5 copies, 4 available
Author
Goldberg, Stan
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
xi, 199 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Communication
Caregivers - psychology
Emotional Adjustment
Terminal Care
Patient Comfort
Compassion
Empathy
Helping Behavior
Interpersonal Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
9780810895867
0810895862
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
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 G618 2016

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr On Loan, due Monday, June 10, 2024
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Blaze new trails : be sun safe

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20031
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs , 2009?.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs
Publication Date
2009?
Physical Description
Bookmark
Subjects
Skin Neoplasms - prevention & control
Sunlight - adverse effects
Health Education
Recreation
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
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Reach new heights : be sun safe

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20032
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs , 2009?.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs
Publication Date
2009?
Physical Description
Bookmark
Subjects
Skin Neoplasms - prevention & control
Sunlight - adverse effects
Health Education
Recreation
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
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