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.

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.

Author

Kassam, Shireen

Kassam, Zahra

Place of Publication

London, UK

Publisher

Hammersmith Health Books

Publication Date

2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Diet, Vegetarian

Nutrition Therapy

Diet, Healthy

Evidence Based Medicine

Popular Work

ISBN

9781781611944

9781781611951

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.

Author

Haynes, Stephen N.

Meyer, Luanna H.

Evans, Ian M.

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Routledge, Taylor and Francis Group

Publication Date

2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Patients - psychology

Caregivers - psychology

Interpersonal Relations

Evidence-Based Medicine

Popular Work

Abstract

"This practical, science-based book focuses on helping partners, family and friends understand breast cancer. It guides them in how to provide the best emotional and practical support when helping someone with breast cancer to cope, recover and thrive, while maintaining their own physical and psychological health. The authors translate psychological evidence into concrete, practical advice for caregivers, validated through their first-hand experience. It also suggests ways to help someone with breast cancer make the best decisions in consultation with oncology professionals. The authors draw on well-established psychological principles relevant to social attitudes, how decisions are made, good communication skills, empathy, and how to better understand the ideas and worries experienced by women who have, or may have, breast cancer and those close to them. Each chapter includes 'How you can Help' sections that give specific and concrete suggestions, as well as a chapter summary of the main points along with recommendations and additional resources. It is essential reading for all those who want to help and support a loved one with breast cancer. It is also useful for training healthcare professionals in how to support partners"-- Provided by publisher

ISBN

9781032046501

9781000529296

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.

Corporate Author

Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

Place of Publication

Manhattan Beach, CA

Publisher

Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Inc.

Publication Date

2016

Physical Description

26 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects

Pancreatic Neoplasms

Clinical Trials

Popular Work

Language

English

Material Type

Booklet

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WI810 P188c 2016

Website Notes

Request booklet in print or digital format.

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Alternate Title

Self-care depression program : antidepressant skills workbook

Author

Bilsker, Dan

Paterson, Randy

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

Simon Fraser University

BC Mental Health & Addiction Services (BCMHAS)

Publication Date

2005

Subjects

Mental Health

Depression - prevention & control

Stress, Psychological

Life Change Events

Self Care

Problem Solving

Occupational Health Services

Affective Symptoms

Emotions

Adaptation, Psychological

Behavior Therapy

Popular Work

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Author

Ladas, Elena

Kelly, Kara M

Place of Publication

Hackensack, NJ

Publisher

World Scientific Publishing

Publication Date

2012

Physical Description

xii, 304 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Series

EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - complications

Antineoplastic Agents - adverse effects

Radiotherapy - adverse effects

Complementary Therapies - methods

Integrative Medicine - methods

Handbooks

Abstract

Table of contents:

The Role of Complementary Medicine and Cancer Treatment -- Communicating with Your Medical Team -- How To Use This Book -- Descriptions of Complementary Medicine Therapies -- Aromatherapy -- Chinese Medicine and Acupressure -- Herbal Teas -- Homeopathy -- Massage -- Nutrition -- Reflexology -- Supplements (Nutrition, Herbal) -- Visual Imagery -- Yoga -- Cancer Associated Side Effects -- Anxiety & Stress -- Chemo Brain -- Constipation -- Depression -- Diarrhea -- Dry Mouth -- Fatigue -- Headache -- Hot Flashes -- Immune Suppression -- Insomnia -- Loss of Appetite -- Loss of Libido -- Lymphedema -- Mouth Sores -- Nausea & Vomiting -- Pain -- Peripheral Neuropathy -- Radiation Burns -- Shortness of Breath -- Urinary Retention and Incontinence -- Appendices -- Appendix A Acupressure Point Instruction and Illustrations -- Appendix B Anatomical Muscle Reference Model -- Appendix C Reflexology Foot and Hand Reference Charts -- Appendix D Yoga Instruction and Illustrations -- Appendix E Glycemic Index -- Appendix F High Fiber Food Sources -- Appendix G Managing Food Portions -- Appendix H References -- Appendix I Resources -- Appendix J Metric Conversion Table.

Notes

Previously catalogued with title, Integrative strategies for cancer patients : a practical guide for managing the side effects of cancer therapy

ISBN

9789814313230

9789814313247

9789814383967

9814313238

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Victoria Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 L153 2012

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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Alternate Title

BC Cancer Agency care and research : 2016 report to the community

Corporate Author

BC Cancer Agency

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

BC Cancer Agency

Publication Date

2017

Physical Description

38 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.

Subjects

Biomedical Research

Oncology Nursing

Clinical Trials

Neoplasms - prevention & control

Neoplasms - therapy

Patient-Centered Care

Research Report

BC Cancer Agency

Cancer Care Facilities

Delivery of Health Care

Language

English

Material Type

Report

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library BCCA Pubs

Abbotsford Library

Kelowna Library

Surrey Library

Victoria Library

VC Library Archives

Alternate Title

Complete guide to family caregiving

Corporate Author

American Cancer Society

Editor

Bucher, Julia A

Houts, Peter S

Ades, Terri

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

Atlanta, GA

Publisher

American Cancer Society/Health Promotions

Publication Date

2011

Physical Description

xviii, 354 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Series

EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - complications

Home Nursing - methods

Caregivers

Patients

Palliative Care

Popular Work

ISBN

9780944235003

9781604431063

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ201 A512b 2011

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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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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Author

Schiraldi, Glenn R.

Place of Publication

Oakland, CA

Publisher

New Harbinger Publications, Inc.

Publication Date

2017

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Stress, Psychological - prevention & control

Resilience

Popular Work

Abstract

Contents:

Readying your amazing, adaptable brain -- Regulating arousal: the basics -- Advanced arousal regulation skills -- Rapid relief techniques -- Calm thinking -- Mindfulness --Self-compassion -- Expressive writing -- Managing distressing dreams -- Happiness basics -- Gratitude -- Self-esteem -- Realistic optimism -- Altruism -- Humor -- Moral strength -- Meaning and purpose -- Social intelligence -- Socially intelligent families -- Forgiveness -- Balance and healthy pleasure -- Active coping -- Self-confidence -- Flexibility and creativity --Early treatment readiness -- Putting it all together -- Conclusion

ISBN

9781626259416

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.

Alternate Title

Handbook about end-of-life care

Caregivers guide

Corporate Author

Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association

Editor

Macmillan, Karen

Edition

Rev. ed.

Place of Publication

[Ottawa, ON]

Publisher

Military and Hospitaller Order of St. Lazarus of Jerusalem

Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association

Publication Date

2014

Physical Description

x, 182 p. ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Caregivers

Home Nursing

Terminal Care

Palliative Care

Hospices

Abstract

"A Caregiver's Guide was created to provide information for family caregivers to draw upon when preparing and caring for a loved one who has a progressive illness, especially at home. It was developed to complement resources and information provided to caregivers by healthcare professionals, including hospice palliative care teams." - Cover

Table of Contents:

1 WHEN A PROGRESSIVE LIFE-THREATENING ILLNESS IS DIAGNOSED

2 GIVING PHYSICAL CARE

3 CARE OF PHYSICAL PROBLEMS

4 AS LIFE ENDS

5 BOOKS AND OTHER RESOURCES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL

ISBN

0968670016

9780968670019

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

WB310 C271 2014

Website Notes

Available in PDF format

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Alternate Title

ISSCR patient handbook on stem cell therapies

Corporate Author

International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR)

Place of Publication

Deerfield, IL

Publisher

International Society for Stem Cell Research

Publication Date

2008

Subjects

Stem Cells

Practice Guideline

Handbooks

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Website Notes

2nd URL links to the full professional guideline and includes Appendix 1.

Corporate Author

American Cancer Society

Place of Publication

Atlanta, GA

Publisher

American Cancer Society

Publication Date

2008

Physical Description

x, 157 p. ; 23 cm.

Series

EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Caregivers

Home Nursing

Neoplasms - complications

Patients

Palliative Care

Popular Work

ISBN

9780944235928

0944235921

9781604430516

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ201 C215a 2008

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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Editor

Plante, Thomas G.

Place of Publication

Santa Barbara, CA

Publisher

Praeger

Publication Date

2018

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Spiritual Therapies

Spirituality

Religion

Popular Work

Abstract

Contents:

Spiritual formative practices and stress-related exacerbation of physical illness / Everett L. Worthington, Jr., Loren L. Toussaint, Brandon J. Griffin, Don E. Davis, and Joshua N. Hook -- Nurturing hope : tools for cultivating hopeful thinking and a meaningful life / David B. Feldman and Sophie von Garnier -- Mindfulness and health : evidence base and clinical applications / Shauna L. Shapiro and Sophie von Garnier -- Evidence-based portable mindful strategies for wellbeing / Luc R. Pelletier and Jill E. Bormann -- Spiritual surrender : a paradoxical means of empowered coping with illness while discovering transcendent meaning and purpose in life / Kathleen Wall, Sandra Velasco-Scott, and Arielle Warner -- Yoga to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being : self-regulation on and off the mat / Crystal L. Park, Sharon Y. Lee, Lucy Finkelstein-Fox & Kalliope Sanderson -- Yoga : addressing physical functioning and well-being in older adults / T. Anne Richards and Angela DiMartino -- Spiritual models : reflecting on the way of a pilgrim with post-secondary students at risk of stress, depression, and anxiety / Suzette Brémault-Phillips, Ashley Pike, and Joanne K. Olson -- Expressive writing as a spiritual practice to promote resilience and post-traumatic growth among disaster-exposed pregnant women / Suzette Brémault-Phillips, Ashley Pike, Joanne K. Olson, and David M. Olson -- Mindfulness-based parenting programs : significance for young children experiencing adversity and trauma / Barbara M. Burns -- Promoting hope, healing, and wellness : Catholic interventions in behavioral health care / Thomas G. Plante and Gerdenio (Sonny) Manuel, SJ -- Holistic healing in Eastern Orthodox Christianity / John T. Chirban -- The effects of religious and spiritual interventions on pain / Amy Wachholtz and Christina Fitch -- Spiritually-based interventions for patients with cancer / Andrea L. Canada and M. Elizabeth Lewis Hall -- Religious and spiritual interventions for obsessive compulsive disorder / Timothy A. Sisemore -- Spiritual practices and interventions in recovery from addictions : implementing focused treatment and growth strategies in psychotherapy / Len Sperry and George Stoupas -- Using a spiritual-sensitive approach to treat problematic pornography consumption / Anthony Isacco, Domenick Tirabassi, Kelsey Porada, and Kate A. Meade.

ISBN

9781440860706

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.

Alternate Title

Integrated cancer care guide : optimal support for mind, body, spirit and immune system for health and healing : guide to self-care, healthful nutrition, exercise, vitamins, supplements, and complementary medical therapies

Author

InspireHealth

Corporate Author

InspireHealth

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

InspireHealth

Publication Date

2010?

Physical Description

100 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - diet therapy

Complementary Therapies

Mind Body Relations (Metaphysical)

Mind-Body and Relaxation Therapy

Mind-Body Therapies

Medicine, Chinese Traditional

Integrative Medicine

Self Care

InspireHealth

Popular Work

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 I59 2010

Website Notes

Companion site

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Author

Davis, Alison

Corporate Author

Office of Communications and Public Liaison, National Institute of General Medical Sciences

Place of Publication

[Bethesda, MD]

Publisher

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of General Medical Sciences

Publication Date

2003

Subjects

Medicine

Pharmacology

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Library

Internet

Call Number

QV4 D261 2003

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Editor

Porter, Robert S.

Kaplan, Justin L.

Place of Publication

Kenilworth, NJ

Publisher

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.

Publication Date

2018

Series

STATRef electronic medical library

Subjects

Medicine

Diagnosis

Drug Therapy

Language

English

Material Type

Online

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Professional

Location

Internet

Website Notes

International versions of the Merck manual are available in other languages at the website.

Corporate Author

BC Cancer Agency Provincial Survivorship Program

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

BC Cancer Agency Provincial Survivorship Program

Publication Date

2013

Subjects

Survivors

Nurses

British Columbia

Popular Work

Language

English

Material Type

Handout

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

VC Library Archives

Corporate Author

Canadian Virtual Hospice

Canadian Partnership Against Cancer

Place of Publication

Winnipeg, MB

Publisher

Canadian Virtual Hospice

Publication Date

2016

Physical Description

1 videodisc (83 min.) + 1 USB flash drive (83 min.)

Series

LivingMyCulture.ca

Subjects

Attitude to Death

Terminally Ill

Palliative Care

Bereavement

Grief

Loss

Spirituality

Medicine, Traditional

Ceremonial Behavior

First Nations

Inuits

Metis

Personal Narratives

Abstract

First Nations, Inuit, and Metis share stories about living with serious illness and grief. The video series consists of 170 short video clips organized by theme. Highlights are captured in four longer videos.

1. Ceremony, tradition and spirituality (21:41)

2. Caring for the patient and family (16:50)

3. Walking along side for a good death (21:21)

4. Honouring our loss and grief (23:11)

Notes

Contents available in DVD format or USB flash drive.

Language

English

Material Type

DVD

Video

Pre-loaded Media

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

BF575 C212 2016

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