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Cancer chronicles : unlocking medicine's deepest mystery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21847
Johnson, George. New York, NY: Vintage Books , 2013.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ202 J67 2013
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
An online version of the notes, available through "talaya.net" carry links to all of the references.
Author
Johnson, George
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Vintage Books
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
xii, 284 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - history
Research
Popular Work
Abstract
An online version of the notes, available through "talaya.net" carry links to all of the references.
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9780307742308
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ202 J67 2013

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Dance with cancer : 5 gay men confront prostate cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20067
Akenhead, Gary. Barrie, ON: Mahon Productions , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WJ752 D173 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This film explores the personal stories and real life experiences of several Canadian gay men who are dealing with prostate cancer. Some of them live in cities; others live in small towns and rural areas.
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Dance with cancer : five gay men confront prostate cancer
Author
Akenhead, Gary
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Place of Publication
Barrie, ON
Publisher
Mahon Productions
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
46 minutes
Subjects
Prostatic Neoplasms - psychology
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Social Support
Autobiography
Canada
Popular Work
Abstract
This film explores the personal stories and real life experiences of several Canadian gay men who are dealing with prostate cancer. Some of them live in cities; others live in small towns and rural areas.
Notes
SOGIE 2SLGBTQIA Collection
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
WJ752 D173 2009
Website Notes
Videos (5) may be viewed at the Canadian Cancer Society channel
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Personalised cancer medicine : an ESMO guide for patients

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21415
Garassino, Marina. Danvers, MA: ESMO Press , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ241 G212 2013
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
  2 read online  
Alternate Title
What is personalised medicine? Let us help you understand
Author
Garassino, Marina
Corporate Author
European Society for Medical Oncology
Place of Publication
Danvers, MA
Publisher
ESMO Press
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
42 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Series
ESMO patients guide series
Subjects
Neoplasms - diagnosis
Medical Oncology - methods
Neoplasms - therapy
Genomics
Individualized Medicine - methods
Molecular Diagnostic Techniques
Molecular Targeted Therapy
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ241 G212 2013
Website Notes
Cancer guides for patients
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How to prevent and treat cancer with natural medicine

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10912
New York, NY: Riverhead Books , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H847 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Murray, Michael
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Riverhead Books
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
xv, 415 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Alternative Medicine
Medicine, Herbal
Popular Work
ISBN
1573222224
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 H847 2002

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Cancer prevention facts : there are 5 key ways to reduce the risk of cancer by more than 50 percent!

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21289
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs , 2012?.
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
2012?
Subjects
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
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Cancer prevention facts : there are 5 key ways to reduce the risk of cancer by more than 50 percent!

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21527
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs , 2014?.
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
2014?
Subjects
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
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5 to 10 a day for better health

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16593
Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. [Toronto, ON]: Canadian Cancer Society , 2007?.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Canadian Cancer Society
Publication Date
2007?
Subjects
Nutrition
Diet
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Popular Work
Language
English
French
Material Type
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
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Cancer and complementary medicine : your guide to smart choices in symptom management

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21862
Lee, Colleen O, Decker, Georgia M. Pittsburgh, PA: Oncology Nursing Society | Hygeia Media , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 L477c 2012
Table of Contents:; What is complementary and alternative medicine, and can it be used safely? -- Types of complementary and alternative therapies -- Herbs, vitamins, and supplements -- Symptom management with complementary and alternative medicine -- CAM therapy use by site -- Healthy living.
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Author
Lee, Colleen O
Decker, Georgia M
Place of Publication
Pittsburgh, PA
Publisher
Oncology Nursing Society
Hygeia Media
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
iv, 145 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Series
R2 Library
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Complementary Therapies
Popular Work
Abstract
Table of Contents:
What is complementary and alternative medicine, and can it be used safely? -- Types of complementary and alternative therapies -- Herbs, vitamins, and supplements -- Symptom management with complementary and alternative medicine -- CAM therapy use by site -- Healthy living.
ISBN
935864173
9781935864172
9781935864394
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Call Number
QZ201 L477c 2012
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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Frankly speaking about cancer : take control of side effects with medicine, mind and body

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21141
Washington, DC: Wellness Community , 2009. 5th ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 F831 2009
Alternate Title
Frankly speaking about cancer : take control of side effects with medicine, mind and body : practical information for people affected by cancer
Editor
Weiss, Erica
Miller, Linda
Crawford, Bonnie B
Edition
5th ed.
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
Wellness Community
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
44 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - complications
Neoplasms -psychology
Antineoplastic Agents - adverse effects
Radiotherapy - adverse effects
Complementary Therapies
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Notes
Discarded
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 F831 2009
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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

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Advancing medicine through clinical trials

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18271
Pfizer. Kirkland, QC: Pfizer Inc. , 2009?.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
HA29 A244 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Introduction; Importance, benefits and risks of clinical trials; Four phases of clinical trials; Your role as a participant; Safety aspects of a clinical trial; Conclusion
Corporate Author
Pfizer
Place of Publication
Kirkland, QC
Publisher
Pfizer Inc.
Publication Date
2009?
Subjects
Clinical Trials as Topic
Neoplasms - drug therapy
Patient Education as Topic
Decision Making
Popular Work
Abstract
Introduction
Importance, benefits and risks of clinical trials
Four phases of clinical trials
Your role as a participant
Safety aspects of a clinical trial
Conclusion
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
HA29 A244 2009

Copies

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The undying : pain, vulnerability, mortality, medicine, art, time, dreams, data, exhaustion, cancer, and care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124446
Boyer, Anne. New York, NY: Picador , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 B791 2019
Availability
7 copies, 7 available
Author
Boyer, Anne
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Picador
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
308 pages ; 19 cm
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Triple Negative Breast Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Patients - psychology
Attitude to Health
Attitude to Death
Politics
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
Notes
Some copies were purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781250757982
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 B791 2019

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c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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So-called alternative medicine (SCAM) for cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123313
Ernst, Edzard. Cham, Switzerland: Springer Nature Switzerland AG , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Author
Ernst, Edzard
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
Publisher
Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Publication Date
2021
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Complementary Medicine
Evidence Based Medicine
Popular Work
ISBN
9783030741570
9783030741587
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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Complementary medicine : how to make decisions that are right for you

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20002
Balneaves, Lynda, Truant, Tracy. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 B366a 2008 v.4
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Full conference information obtained from the Annual cancer conference program and abstracts. See ID# 17684 (QZ200 B366 2008)
Alternate Title
BCCA annual cancer conference
BC Cancer Agency Community Cancer Forum
Author
Balneaves, Lynda
Truant, Tracy
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Annual Cancer Conference (2008 November 20-22 : Vancouver, BC)
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
90 minutes
Series
BC Cancer Agency community cancer forum 2008 v.4
BC Cancer Agency annual cancer conference
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Complementary Therapies
Decision Making
BC Cancer Agency
Popular Work
Abstract
Full conference information obtained from the Annual cancer conference program and abstracts. See ID# 17684 (QZ200 B366 2008)
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
QZ200 B366a 2008 v.4

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Complementary and alternative medicine sourcebook

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120548
Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics , 2016. 5th ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Complementary and alternative medicine sourcebook : basic consumer health information about ayurveda, acupuncture, aromatherapy, chiropractic care, diet-based therapies, herbal and vitamin supplements, homeopathy, massage, meditation, naturopathy, reflexology, reiki, shiatsu, feng shui, tai chi, qi…
  1 read online  
Editor
Jones, Keith
Edition
5th ed.
Place of Publication
Detroit, MI
Publisher
Omnigraphics
Publication Date
2016
Series
Health reference series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Complementary Therapies
Mind-Body Therapies
Popular Work
Abstract
Complementary and alternative medicine sourcebook : basic consumer health information about ayurveda, acupuncture, aromatherapy, chiropractic care, diet-based therapies, herbal and vitamin supplements, homeopathy, massage, meditation, naturopathy, reflexology, reiki, shiatsu, feng shui, tai chi, qi gong, traditional Chinese medicine, yoga and other complementary and alternative medical therapies: along with statistics, tips for selecting a practitioner, treatments for specific health conditions, as glossary of related terms and a directory of resources for additional help and information.
Table of contents:
Part I An Overview of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) -- Part II Alternative Medicine Systems -- Part III Complementary and Alternative Therapies -- Part IV Dietary Supplements -- Part V Alternative Treatments for Specific Diseases and Conditions -- Part VI Additional Help and Information
ISBN
9780780813786
9780780814042
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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Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and cancer in British Columbia : version 4

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21046
BC Cancer Agency. Complementary Medicine Education and Outcomes (CAMEO) Research Program. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Complementary Medicine Education and Outcomes (CAMEO) Research Program , 2011. version 4.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 B863c 2011
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Complementary Medicine Education and Outcomes (CAMEO) Research Program
Edition
version 4.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Complementary Medicine Education and Outcomes (CAMEO) Research Program
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
31 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Complementary Therapies
Outcome Assessment (Health Care)
Decision Making
Consumer Health Information
BC Cancer Agency
British Columbia
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 B863c 2011

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Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and cancer in British Columbia : version 3

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19249
BC Cancer Agency. Complementary Medicine Education and Outcomes (CAMEO) Research Program. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Complementary Medicine Education and Outcomes (CAMEO) Research Program , 2011. version 3.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 B863c 2011
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Complementary Medicine Education and Outcomes (CAMEO) Research Program
Edition
version 3.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Complementary Medicine Education and Outcomes (CAMEO) Research Program
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
31 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Complementary Therapies
Outcome Assessment (Health Care)
Decision Making
BC Cancer Agency
British Columbia
Popular Work
Notes
Apr 30 2018: Removed for Library Search file cleanup project 2018. AR
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Library
Call Number
QZ266 B863c 2011

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E is for ethics : how to talk to kids about morals, values, and what matters most

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18947
Corlett, Ian James, Holt, R. A. New York, NY: Atria Books , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BJ1631 C665 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Corlett, Ian James
Holt, R. A
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Atria Books
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xi, 107 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Child
Morals
Parent-Child Relations
Family Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9781416596547
1416596542
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BJ1631 C665 2009

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Cancer treatment revolution : how smart drugs and other new therapies are renewing our hope and changing the face of medicine

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16214
Nathan, David G. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ267 N274c 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Nathan, David G
Place of Publication
Hoboken, NJ
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
x, 262 p. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Drug Therapy - trends
Antineoplastic Agents - therapeutic use
Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols
Survivors
Patients
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
ISBN
9780471946540
0471946540
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ267 N274c 2007

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Siha Tooskin knows the best medicine

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124502
Bearhead, Charlene, Bearhead, Wilson, Mustooch. Chloe Bluebird (Illustrator). Winnipeg, MB: HighWater Press , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA300 C5 B368 2020
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"When Siha Tooskin--Paul Wahasaypa--finds himself feeling ill, he learns that there are answers for him from the healing practices of his own people and from Western medicine. Nakota medicine gathered, prepared, and administered in ceremony and prayerWestern medicine measured and created in laborat…
Alternate Title
The best medicine
Author
Bearhead, Charlene
Bearhead, Wilson
Mustooch. Chloe Bluebird (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
Winnipeg, MB
Publisher
HighWater Press
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
22 pages : colour illustrations ; 21 cm.
Series
Siha Tooskin knows
Subjects
First Nations
Indigenous Canadians
Child, Hospitalized
Medicine, Traditional
Intergenerational Relations
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
"When Siha Tooskin--Paul Wahasaypa--finds himself feeling ill, he learns that there are answers for him from the healing practices of his own people and from Western medicine. Nakota medicine gathered, prepared, and administered in ceremony and prayerWestern medicine measured and created in laboratories, yet they have some things in common. Discover with Paul as he learns more about where modern medicine#x1D; really comes from and how we can all benefit from Indigenous and Western healers as he seeks the best medicine for his own wellness."-- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781553798408
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WA300 C5 B368 2020

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