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Second chance : triumph over breast cancer

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Sawasy, Jackie, Fiore, Andy. [Vancouver, BC?]: Fiore Films , 2010.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 S445 2010

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

This film follows the healing journey of retired nurse, Jackie Sawasy, who through a proactive 8 months, reveals how she overcame breast cancer. Initially detected by her Qigong therapist, Jackie decides to order her own mammograms. When the diagnosis is confirmed, she takes control and empowers he…

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Author: Sawasy, Jackie; Fiore, Andy

Place of Publication: [Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher: Fiore Films

Publication Date: 2010

Physical Description: 40 minutes

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Survivors; Complementary Therapies; Breathing Exercises; Adaptation, Psychological; Relaxation Therapy; Popular Work

Abstract: This film follows the healing journey of retired nurse, Jackie Sawasy, who through a proactive 8 months, reveals how she overcame breast cancer. Initially detected by her Qigong therapist, Jackie decides to order her own mammograms. When the diagnosis is confirmed, she takes control and empowers herself through various holistic practices. This inspiring film supports the idea that breast cancer is not a death sentence.

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WP870 S445 2010

Website Notes: 2 minute trailer preview

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Nature of healing and the healing program

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Rutledge, Rob, Walker, Timothy. Halifax, NS: Healing and Cancer Foundation , 2013.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ266 H434n 2013 v.1-9

Availability: 5 copies, 5 available

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 dis…

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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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Breast cancer journey : your personal guidebook

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American Cancer Society. Atlanta, Ga.: American Cancer Society , c2004. 2nd ed.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 B828a 2004

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

Corporate Author: American Cancer Society

Edition: 2nd ed.

Place of Publication: Atlanta, Ga.

Publisher: American Cancer Society

Publication Date: c2004

Physical Description: xvi, 368 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms; Popular Work

ISBN: 0944235506 (pbk. : alk. paper)

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WP870 B828a 2004

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Cancer - I won! : a personal journal of grief, survival and triumph

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Ettenberg, Zosia. [Victoria, BC?]: Trafford Publishing , 2008.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 E85c 2008

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Ettenberg, Zosia

Place of Publication: [Victoria, BC?]

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Publication Date: 2008

Physical Description: viii, 65 p. ; 22 cm.

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Adaptation, Psychological; Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Survival; Grief; Life Change Events; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781425174484; 1425174485

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 E85c 2008

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Race is run one step at a time : every woman's guide to taking charge of breast cancer and my personal story

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Brinker, Nancy G, Harris, Catherine McEvily. Arlington, TX: Summit Publishing Group , 1995. rev. and updated ed.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 B858 1995

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Brinker, Nancy G; Harris, Catherine McEvily

Edition: rev. and updated ed.

Place of Publication: Arlington, TX

Publisher: Summit Publishing Group

Publication Date: 1995

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms; Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

ISBN: 156530182X

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WP870 B858 1995

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In between dances : Canadian artists in aid of breast cancer research

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Jamieson, Jacki Ralph. [Toronto, ON]: Attic Productions Limited , 1995.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 I36 1995

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Jamieson, Jacki Ralph

Place of Publication: [Toronto, ON]

Publisher: Attic Productions Limited

Publication Date: 1995

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Relaxation Techniques; Mind-Body and Relaxation Techniques; Popular Work

Language: English

Material Type: Audio; CD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library Music

Call Number: WP870 I36 1995

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Understanding and coping with cancer stress

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Rennie, Heather, Flood, Karen. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2007.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 B863 2007 v.7

Availability: 5 copies, 5 available

Author: Rennie, Heather; Flood, Karen

Corporate Author: BC Cancer Agency. Breast Tumour Group

Place of Publication: [Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services

Publication Date: 2007

Physical Description: 60 minutes

Series: BCCA video telehealth series "Closer to home" 7

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Stress, Psychological; Adaptation, Psychological; Anxiety; Popular Work

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr; Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WP870 B863 2007 v.7

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Now breathe : a journal of life after a cancer diagnosis

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Sternbach, Claudia. Seattle, WA: Whiteaker Press , 1999.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 S839 1999

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Sternbach, Claudia

Place of Publication: Seattle, WA

Publisher: Whiteaker Press

Publication Date: 1999

Physical Description: ix, 153 p. ; 22 cm.

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms; Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Biography; Popular Work

ISBN: 0965380041

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WP870 S839 1999

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Finding your way : expert help in navigating the breast cancer journey

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Commerse, Elesa. Chicago, IL: Forever Whole , 2008.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 F494 2008 v.1-4

Availability: 7 copies, 7 available

DVD Disc 1 segments:; The medicine of breast cancer; Maintaining your peace of mind through meditation; How nutrition and lifestyle choices can enhance your breast cancer journey; DVD Disc 2 segments:; Bringing good nutrition to life in the kitchen; Acupuncture for symptom relief; Regaining range o…

Author: Commerse, Elesa

Place of Publication: Chicago, IL

Publisher: Forever Whole

Publication Date: 2008

Physical Description: 9 hours : 2 DVD's ; 1 Audio CD ; 1 booklet

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Meditation; Imagery (Psychotherapy); Yoga; Mind-Body Therapies; Exercise Therapy; Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation; Lymphedema; Popular Work

Abstract: DVD Disc 1 segments:; The medicine of breast cancer; Maintaining your peace of mind through meditation; How nutrition and lifestyle choices can enhance your breast cancer journey; DVD Disc 2 segments:; Bringing good nutrition to life in the kitchen; Acupuncture for symptom relief; Regaining range of motion through physical therapy; Lymphedema : what it is and how to protect yourself; Reconnecting to yuor body : moving from the heart; A return to wholeness through gentle yoga; Survivor stories in English and Espanol; Audio CD segments:; Visualizing radiant health through yoga nidra : guided relaxation by Elesa Commerse; Introduction to yoga nigdra; Creating your sankalpa; Identifying your inner resource; The 5 Koshas of subtle bodies; Preparing for yoga nidra; The practice of yoga nidra

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

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

Call Number: WP870 F494 2008 v.1-4

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You are never alone : prayers and meditations to sustain you through breast cancer

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Murray, Maureen. Pittsburgh, PA: Oncology Nursing Society , 2004.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 M983 2004

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Murray, Maureen

Place of Publication: Pittsburgh, PA

Publisher: Oncology Nursing Society

Publication Date: 2004

Physical Description: xvi, 182 p. ; 22 cm.

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Meditation; Relaxation Techniques; Spirituality; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781890504403; 1890504408

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WP870 M983 2004

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Young and the breastless : a networking event for young women with breast cancer

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Drysdale, Elaine, Thomson, Sydney, Gelmon, Karen, Janes, Karen, Baye, Nancy, Nicholson, Kathryn, Schiwy, Marlene A. [Vancouver, BC?]: Marliss Productions , 2004.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 Y68 2004

Availability: 10 copies, 10 available

Conference held at the Forest Sciences Centre, University of British Columbia, May 14-15, 2004; Panel and discussion on fertility, sexuality, emotional realities and support by Dr. Elainde Drysdale, Dr. Karen Gelmon, Dr. Sydney Thomson, Karen Janes.; Performance by Nancy Baye.; Panel on music and j…

Author: Drysdale, Elaine; Thomson, Sydney; Gelmon, Karen; Janes, Karen; Baye, Nancy; Nicholson, Kathryn; Schiwy, Marlene A

Corporate Author: Young and the Breastless

Place of Publication: [Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher: Marliss Productions

Publication Date: 2004

Physical Description: 88 minutes

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Relaxation Techniques; Social Support; Self-Help Groups; Popular Work

Abstract: Conference held at the Forest Sciences Centre, University of British Columbia, May 14-15, 2004; Panel and discussion on fertility, sexuality, emotional realities and support by Dr. Elainde Drysdale, Dr. Karen Gelmon, Dr. Sydney Thomson, Karen Janes.; Performance by Nancy Baye.; Panel on music and journalling by Kathryn Nicholson, Marlene A. Schiwy.

Notes: Surrey CIC keep 2022 (F0000538)

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

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

Call Number: WP870 Y68 2004

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Cancer made me a shallower person : a memoir in comics

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Engelberg, Miriam. New York, NY: Harper , 2006.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 E58c 2006

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

A cartoonist examines her experience with breast cancer in an irreverent and humourous graphic memoir

Author: Engelberg, Miriam

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Harper

Publication Date: 2006

Physical Description: xiii, 126 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms; Neoplasms; Cartoons; Wit and Humor; Social Support; Personal Narratives; Pictorial Works; Biography

Abstract: A cartoonist examines her experience with breast cancer in an irreverent and humourous graphic memoir

ISBN: 9780060789732; 0060789735

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WP870 E58c 2006

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Johns Hopkins breast cancer handbook for health care professionals

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Shockney, Lillie, Tsangaris, Theodore N. Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett Publishers , c2008.

Audience: Professional

Call Number: WP870 S559j 2008

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Alternate Title: Breast cancer handbook for health care professionals

Author: Shockney, Lillie; Tsangaris, Theodore N

Place of Publication: Sudbury, MA

Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers

Publication Date: c2008

Physical Description: xxiii, 312 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. + 1 CD-ROM 4 3/4 in.

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms; Breast Neoplasms - therapy

ISBN: 9780763749927; 0763749923

Language: English

Material Type: Book; CD

Audience: Professional

Location: Vancouver Library; Abbotsford Library

Call Number: WP870 S559j 2008

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Breast cancer journey : the essential guide to treatment and recovery

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O'Regan, Ruth, Gabram, Sheryl, Ades, Terri B. Atlanta, GA: American Cancer Society , 2013. 3rd ed.

Audience: Patient or Public

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Author: O'Regan, Ruth; Gabram, Sheryl; Ades, Terri B

Edition: 3rd ed.

Place of Publication: Atlanta, GA

Publisher: American Cancer Society

Publication Date: 2013

Physical Description: 577 p.

Series: Proquest Ebook Central; ebrary books for public

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms; Breast Neoplasms - therapy; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781604430301; 9781604432237

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.