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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Author

Cappello, Mary

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Fordham University Press

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

217 p. ; 21 cm.

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Breast Neoplasms - prevention & control

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Notes

Originally published in 2009 by Alyson Books.

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

ISBN

9780823294053

9780823294046

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WP870 C244 2021

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Author

Olle, David A.

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

Dulles, VA

Publisher

Mercury Learning and Information

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

xiii, 161 pages : colour illustrations ; 23 cm

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - therapy

Immunotherapy

Precision Medicine

Popular Work

ISBN

9781683927549

9781683927532

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ266 O49t 2022

Website Notes

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Editor

Silbermann, Michael

Berger, Ann

Place of Publication

New York

Publisher

Oxford University Press

Publication Date

c2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - psychology

Spiritual Therapies

Spirituality

Cultural Diversity

Religion and Medicine

Abstract

"With cancer ranking as the primary or secondary cause of premature death in almost 100 countries worldwide, the World Health Organization recognized a high level of investment in cancer control and treatment (including palliative care) in 2019. At that time, governments at the World Health Assembly (WHA) unanimously adopted a new cancer resolution (Universal Health Coverage: Moving Together to Build a Healthier World). The resolution noted the potential for cancer prevention to reduce cancer burden in the future, while reducing the suffering from cancer in the communities.As most countries are facing an overall increase in the absolute number of cancer cases, large geographical diversity in cancer occurrence and variations in the magnitude and profile of the disease still continue between and within world regions. Specific types of cancer dominate globally: lung, female breast, and colorectal cancer. The regional variations in common cancer types signal the extent to which societal, economic, and lifestyle changes interplay to differentially impact the profile of this most complex group of diseases.Although survival rates for cancer have improved significantly over the past few decades, for each individual, the diagnosis and treatment of cancer are still devastating, affecting the family and community as well. The care of a person with cancer must be more than just the treatment of the cancer itself. Understanding the cultural, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of the cancer sufferer and their family and community will ensure the best care.In order to treat individuals with cancer and understand how to give the best possible care to underserved populations, we need to understand cultural diversity. Understanding that cultural aspects of a society may be intertwined with finances and other resources can improve adherence and access to care. Culture is made up of language, religion, cuisine, social norms, history, ancestry, music, arts, and spirituality. In order to improve cancer care outcomes, patients' diverse spiritual and cultural beliefs must be recognized. In addition, available methods must be utilized to improve access and adherence to treatment modalities and regimens.In this book, we focus on numerous diverse cultures, traditions, and faiths. Many parts of the world are composed of indigenous cultures, with unique spiritual beliefs in addition to the region's primary religion. We present chapters on indigenous religions as well as indigenous traditional healers. People everywhere experience trouble, sorrow, need, and sickness, and they develop skills and knowledge in response to these adversities. This book provides insightful models of these parameters and serves as a valuable resource for health care providers and policymakers by taking a global approach to cultural diversity in the world. By understanding this multiculturalism and the many aspects of psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of health and healing, we can learn from one another." --publisher

ISBN

9780197551349

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Verville, Kathleen M.

Editor

Bozzone, Donna M.

Publisher

Chelsea House Publishers

Publication Date

2009

Physical Description

157 p.

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

ebrary books for public

Subjects

Testicular Neoplasms

Popular Work

ISBN

9781604131666

9781438120188

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Author

Pardee, Arthur B.

Stein, Gary S.

Publisher

Wiley Blackwell

Publication Date

2009

Physical Description

316 p.

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

ebrary books for public

Subjects

Neoplasms

Neoplasms - therapy

Popular Work

ISBN

9780470009581

9780470374238

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Author

Moses, Marsha A.

Pories, Susan Elaine

Lotz, Margaret Marie

Publisher

Greenwood Publishing Group

ABC-CLIO

Publication Date

2009

Physical Description

192 p.

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

ebrary books for public

Subjects

Neoplasms

Popular Work

ISBN

9780313359798

9780313359804

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Website Notes

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Editor

Jones, Keith

Edition

6th ed.

Place of Publication

Detroit, MI

Publisher

Omnigraphics

Publication Date

2016

Series

Health reference series

EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Popular Work

Abstract

Breast cancer sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the prevalence, risk factors, and symptoms of breast cancer, including ductal and lobular carcinoma in situ, invasive carcinoma, inflammatory breast cancer, and breast cancer in men and pregnant women : along with facts about benign breast changes, breast cancer screening and diagnostic tests, treatments such as surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and hormonal and biologic therapies, tips on managing treatment side effects and living with breast cancer; a glossary of terms, and a directory of resources for additional help and information

Table of contents:

Part I Introduction to Breast Cancer -- Part II Types of Breast Cancer -- Part III Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Prevention of Breast Cancer -- Part IV Screening, Diagnosis, and Stages of Breast Cancer -- Part V Breast Cancer Treatments -- Part VI Managing Side Effects and Complications of Breast Cancer Treatment -- Part VII Living with Breast Cancer -- Part VIII Breast Cancer Research and Clinical Trials -- Part IX Additional Help and Information.

ISBN

9780780816886

9780780816879

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Website Notes

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Editor

Williams, Angela L.

Edition

6th ed.

Place of Publication

Detroit, MI

Publisher

Omnigraphics

Publication Date

2019

Series

Health reference series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Popular Work

Abstract

Breast cancer sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the prevalence, risk factors, and symptoms of breast cancer, including ductal and lobular carcinoma in situ, invasive carcinoma, inflammatory breast cancer, and breast cancer in men and pregnant women : along with facts about benign breast changes, breast cancer screening and diagnostic tests, treatments such as surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and hormonal and biologic therapies, tips on managing treatment side effects and living with breast cancer; a glossary of terms, and a directory of resources for additional help and information

Table of contents:

Part I Introduction to Breast Cancer -- Part II Types of Breast Cancer -- Part III Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Prevention of Breast Cancer -- Part IV Screening, Diagnosis, and Stages of Breast Cancer -- Part V Breast Cancer Treatments -- Part VI Managing Side Effects and Complications of Breast Cancer Treatment -- Part VII Living with Breast Cancer -- Part VIII Breast Cancer Research and Clinical Trials -- Part IX Additional Help and Information.

ISBN

9780780816886

9780780816879

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Author

Chan, Helen S. L.

Place of Publication

Jackson, MS

Publisher

University Press of Mississippi

Publication Date

2007

Physical Description

220 p.

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

ebrary books for public

Understanding health and sickness series

Subjects

Neoplasms - therapy

Popular Work

ISBN

9781604739510

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Website Notes

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Editor

Jones, Keith

Edition

5th ed.

Place of Publication

Detroit, MI

Publisher

Omnigraphics

Publication Date

2016

Series

Health reference series

EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Popular Work

Abstract

Breast cancer sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the prevalence, risk factors, and symptoms of breast cancer, including ductal and lobular carcinoma in situ, invasive carcinoma, inflammatory breast cancer, and breast cancer in men and pregnant women : along with facts about benign breast changes, breast cancer screening and diagnostic tests, treatments such as surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and hormonal and biologic therapies, tips on managing treatment side effects and living with breast cancer; a glossary of terms, and a directory of resources for additional help and information

Table of contents:

Part I Introduction to Breast Cancer -- Part II Types of Breast Cancer -- Part III Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Prevention of Breast Cancer -- Part IV Screening, Diagnosis, and Stages of Breast Cancer -- Part V Breast Cancer Treatments -- Part VI Managing Side Effects and Complications of Breast Cancer Treatment -- Part VII Living with Breast Cancer -- Part VIII Breast Cancer Research and Clinical Trials -- Part IX Additional Help and Information.

ISBN

9780780814622

9780780814615

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Website Notes

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Author

Carlberg, Carsten

Velleuer, Eunike

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Publication Date

2021

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms

Popular Work

ISBN

9783030756987

9783030756994

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Website Notes

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Editor

Jain, Buddhi

Pandey, Shweta

Place of Publication

London, UK

Publisher

Academic Press

Publication Date

2022

Series

EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects

Neoplasms

Popular Work

Abstract

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ISBN

9780323998833

9780323983969

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Alternate Title

Complete Canadian guide to prostate cancer

Author

Jamnicky Leah

Nam, Robert

Editor

Leask, Helen

Publisher

John Wiley & Sons Canada, Ltd.

Publication Date

2009

Physical Description

271 p.

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

ebrary books for public

Subjects

Prostatic Neoplasms

Popular Work

ISBN

9780470157671

9780470157879

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Alternate Title

Johns Hopkins patients' guide to breast cancer

Author

Shockney, Lillie D

Place of Publication

Sudbury, MA

Publisher

Jones and Bartlett Publishers

Publication Date

2009

Physical Description

170 p.

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Johns Hopkins patients' guide

ebrary books for public

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Popular Work

ISBN

9780763787240

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Alternate Title

Prostate cancer : a patients guide

Editor

Sotelo, René

Arriaga, Juan

Azhar, Raed A.

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer International Publishing

Publication Date

2015

Physical Description

187 p.

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

ebrary books for public

Subjects

Prostatic Neoplasms

Popular Work

ISBN

9783319056005

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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