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Pain chronicles : cures, myths, mysteries, prayers, diaries, brain scans, healing and the science of suffering

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124160
Thernstrom, Melanie. New York, NY: Picador , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL704 T411p 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Thernstrom, Melanie
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Picador
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xiv, 418 p. ; 21 cm
Subjects
Pain - etiology
Pain - psychology
Pain - therapy
Chronic Disease - psychology
Chronic Disease - therapy
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780312573072
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WL704 T411p 2010

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Cancer rehabilitation : principles and practice

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121473
New York, NY: Demos Medical | Springer Publishing Company , 2019. 2nd ed.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ266 C218s 2019
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
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Editor
Stubblefield, Michael D.
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Demos Medical
Springer Publishing Company
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
xxiv, 1171 p. : ill. ; 29 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - complications
Neoplasms - diagnosis
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Neoplasms - psychology
Pain management
ISBN
9780826111388
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 C218s 2019

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Mindfulness meditation for pain relief : guided practices for reclaiming your body and your life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19840
Kabat-Zinn, Jon. Boulder, CO: Sounds True , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 K12m 2010 v.1-2
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
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Author
Kabat-Zinn, Jon
Place of Publication
Boulder, CO
Publisher
Sounds True
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
2 CD's ; 105 minutes
Subjects
Pain - psychology
Mind-Body Therapies
Meditation
Relaxation Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9781591797401
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 K12m 2010 v.1-2

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Pain survival guide : how to reclaim your life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14429
Turk, Dennis C, Winter, Frits. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL700 T939 2006
Availability
4 copies, 3 available
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Author
Turk, Dennis C
Winter, Frits
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
American Psychological Association
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
203 p. : ill. ; 24 cm..
Subjects
Pain - psychology
Fatigue
Relaxation Techniques
Stress, Psychological
Behavior Therapy
ISBN
1591470498
9781591470496
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL700 T939 2006

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Handbook of supportive oncology and palliative care : whole-person adult and pediatric care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122307
New York, NY: Demos Medical Publishing , 2019.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ266 H236 2019
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Editor
Berger, Ann M.
Hinds, Pamela S.
Puchalski, Christina M.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Demos Medical Publishing
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
xvi, 326 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - complications
Pain management
Palliative Care - methods
Evidence-Based Medicine
Adult
Child
ISBN
9780826128249
9780826128287
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Kelowna Library
Call Number
QZ266 H236 2019
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Pain : the challenge and the gift

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17816
Matthews, Marti Lynn. Walpole, NH: Stillpoint Publishing , 1991.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL700 M441p 1991
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Matthews, Marti Lynn
Place of Publication
Walpole, NH
Publisher
Stillpoint Publishing
Publication Date
1991
Physical Description
xx, 235 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Pain - psychology
Spiritual Therapies
Religion
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9780913299807
0913299804
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WL700 M441p 1991

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Pain : softening the sensations

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16244
Hopps, Nancy, Mast, Donna. Eugene, OR: Synergistic Systems , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 H7981p 2006
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
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Author
Hopps, Nancy
Mast, Donna
Place of Publication
Eugene, OR
Publisher
Synergistic Systems
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
74 minutes + booklet (24 p. : ill. ; 17 cm.)
Series
Relax into healing
Subjects
Pain - psychology
Relaxation Techniques
Imagery
Mental Healing
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9780978598549
0978598547
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 H7981p 2006

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Harmonic sleep

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20772
Swingle, Paul G. Chatsworth, CA: Neuro-Acoustic Laboratories , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 S978 1998
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
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Author
Swingle, Paul G
Place of Publication
Chatsworth, CA
Publisher
Neuro-Acoustic Laboratories
Publication Date
1998
Subjects
Sleep
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Music Therapy
Pain - psychology
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 S978 1998

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Living with it daily : meditations for people with chronic pain

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17786
Nielsen, Patricia D. New York, NY: Dell Publishing , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL700 N54 1994
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Nielsen, Patricia D
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Dell Publishing
Publication Date
1994
Physical Description
16 cm.
Subjects
Pain - psychology
Chronic Disease
Meditation
Mind-Body Therapies
Spirituality
Mental Healing
Popular Work
ISBN
978044050556
0440505550
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL700 N54 1994

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Pain management psychotherapy : a practical guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog5177
Eimer, Bruce, Freeman, Arthur. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons , 1998.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WL700 E34 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Eimer, Bruce
Freeman, Arthur
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Publication Date
1998
Subjects
Pain - psychology
Psychotherapy
Cognitive Therapy
Hypnosis
ISBN
471157082
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WL700 E34 1998

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GrrrOUCH! Pain is like a grouchy bear

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20656
Morgan, Cathryn, Beshara, Crystal. Renfrew, ON: General Store Publishing House , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 M847 2011
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Recommended for "Ages 6-10" on back cover
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Alternate Title
Grouch! Pain is like a grouchy bear
Author
Morgan, Cathryn
Beshara, Crystal
Place of Publication
Renfrew, ON
Publisher
General Store Publishing House
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
29 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Pain - psychology
Child
Parent-Child Relations
Family Relations
Pictorial Works
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
Recommended for "Ages 6-10" on back cover
ISBN
9781897508848
1897508840
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C5 M847 2011

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Managing pain before it manages you

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124410
Caudill, Margaret. New York, NY: The Guilford Press , 2016. 4th ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL704.6 C371m 2016
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
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Author
Caudill, Margaret.
Edition
4th ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
The Guilford Press
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
xvii, 279 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm
Subjects
Pain management
Pain - prevention & control
Popular Work
ISBN
9781462522774
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL704.6 C371m 2016

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Completing the circle : healing words about end of life spoken to Aboriginal families

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16296
Hampton, Mary. Regina, SK: Luther College, University of Regina , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 C737 2006
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
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Author
Hampton, Mary
Place of Publication
Regina, SK
Publisher
Luther College, University of Regina
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
53 minutes
Subjects
First Nations
Death - psychology
Attitude to Death
Social Support
Terminal Care
Cultural Diversity
Cross Cultural Comparison
Family
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 C737 2006
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Melt method : a breakthrough self-treatment system to eliminate chronic pain, erase the signs of aging, and feel fantastic in just 10 minutes a day!

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114201
Hitzmann, Sue. New York, NY: Longevity Fitness Inc. , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL704.6 H676 2016
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Disc 1 - Getting Started; -Introduction to MELT; -The Method of MELTing; -Getting Started Guide; -Getting Started Treatments; Disc 2 - Melt Sequences; -Rebalance Sequence; -Rebalance and Upper Body Length Sequence; -Lower Body Compression Sequence; -Neck Release Sequence; -Lower Body Length and Low…
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Author
Hitzmann, Sue
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Longevity Fitness Inc.
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
3 videodiscs + 1 guide (15 p. : ill. ; 12 cm)
Subjects
Chronic Pain - therapy
Exercise Movement Techniques
Exercise Therapy
Pain management
Self Care
Popular Work
Abstract
Disc 1 - Getting Started
-Introduction to MELT
-The Method of MELTing
-Getting Started Guide
-Getting Started Treatments
Disc 2 - Melt Sequences
-Rebalance Sequence
-Rebalance and Upper Body Length Sequence
-Lower Body Compression Sequence
-Neck Release Sequence
-Lower Body Length and Low Back Release Sequence
-Mini Soft Ball Hand Treatment
-Mini Soft Ball Foot Treatment
Disc 3 - Melt Maintenance Maps
-Maintenance Map 1 (21 min)
-Maintenance Map 2 (26 min.)
-Maintenance Map 3 (41 min.)
Notes
The companion 3-DVD set to the bestselling book - Cover
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL704.6 H676 2016

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Compact clinical guide to cancer pain management : an evidence-based approach for nurses

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122404
Davies, Pamela Stitzlein, D'Arcy, Yvonne M. New York, NY: Springer Publishing , 2013.
Audience
Professional
Contents:; Overview of cancer pain / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Assessing pain in patients with cancer / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Using non-opioid medications for cancer pain / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Opioid medications for cancer pain / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Co-analgesics for additive pain relief in cancer patients / Yvonne D?…
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Author
Davies, Pamela Stitzlein
D'Arcy, Yvonne M.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Springer Publishing
Publication Date
2013
Series
EBSCOhost eBook Nursing Collection
Compact clinical guide
Subjects
Neoplasms - nursing
Pain management
Evidence-Based Nursing
Palliative Care
Abstract
Contents:
Overview of cancer pain / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Assessing pain in patients with cancer / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Using non-opioid medications for cancer pain / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Opioid medications for cancer pain / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Co-analgesics for additive pain relief in cancer patients / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Management of side effects from pain medications / Pamela Stitzlein Davies -- Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) techniques for managing cancer pain / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Infusions and regional techniques / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Specialty blocks and implanted techniques for cancer pain management / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Palliative chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery for pain control / Pamela Stitzlein Davies -- The effect of opioid polymorphisms and other physiologic factors on treating cancer pain / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Opioid addiction, dependency, and tolerance in patients with cancer / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Developing a comprehensive plan of care and prescribing safely / Yvonne D?Arcy -- Cancer pain emergencies / Pamela Stitzlein Davies -- Neuropathic pain / Pamela Stitzlein Davies -- Myofascial pain / Pamela Stitzlein Davies -- Chronic pain in the cancer survivor / Pamela Stitzlein Davies -- Palliative care and hospice : care when there is no cure / Pamela Stitzlein Davies -- Pain management at the end of life / Pamela Stitzlein Davies -- Psychosocial aspects of cancer pain / Yvonne D?Arcy.
ISBN
9780826109736
082610973X
9780826109743
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Fundamentals of cancer pain management

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123731
Cham, Switzerland: Springer , 2021.
Audience
Professional
Contents:; Part I: Background and Assessment of Cancer Pain, History and Epidemiology of Cancer Pain -- Cancer Pain Syndromes -- Cancer Treatment-Related Pain -- Cancer Pain Management: A European perspective -- Pain in the Cancer Survivor -- Part II: Pharmacologic Therapies, Opioid therapy in canc…
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Editor
Leitner, Andrew
Chang, Christine
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
Publisher
Springer
Publication Date
2021
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Cancer treatment and research ; v. 182.
Subjects
Cancer Pain - therapy
Pain management
Abstract
Contents:
Part I: Background and Assessment of Cancer Pain, History and Epidemiology of Cancer Pain -- Cancer Pain Syndromes -- Cancer Treatment-Related Pain -- Cancer Pain Management: A European perspective -- Pain in the Cancer Survivor -- Part II: Pharmacologic Therapies, Opioid therapy in cancer pain -- Opioid related side effects and management -- Clinical implications of opioid therapy -- Non-Opioid Analgesics and Emerging Therapies -- Part III: Interventional and Locoregional Therapies, Palliative Radiation for Cancer Pain Management -- Ablation Techniques in Cancer Pain -- Interventional Treatments for Cancer Pain -- Peripheral nerve entrapments -- Intrathecal Analgesia in Cancer Pain -- Neurosurgical Treatments for Cancer Pain -- Part IV: Total Pain and Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation -- Psychosocial Aspects of Cancer Pain -- Integrative Therapies in Cancer Pain.
ISBN
9783030815264
9783030815257
ISSN
0927-3042
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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Supportive care in oncology

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123041
Mercadante, Sebastiano. [United Kingdom]: Cambridge Scholars Publisher , 2020.
Audience
Professional
Contents:
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Author
Mercadante, Sebastiano
Place of Publication
[United Kingdom]
Publisher
Cambridge Scholars Publisher
Publication Date
2020
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Palliative Medicine
Palliative Care
Pain management
Abstract
Contents:
ISBN
9781527549050
9781527559080
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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Best practices for engagement : tip sheets

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122442
BC Cancer, Patient & Family Engagement. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2020.
Audience
Professional
Contents:; Best Practices for Successful Engagement -- Diversity in Patient Engagement -- Engagement Methods -- How to Request Patient and Family Partners -- Matching Partners -- Planning Engagement -- Presenting With Patient Partners -- Reimbursing Partners.
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Alternate Title
Patient experience program : best practices for engagement
Corporate Author
BC Cancer, Patient & Family Engagement
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2020
Subjects
Culturally Competent Care
Cultural Diversity
Patient Participation - methods
Decision Making
Caregivers
Professional - Patient Relations
Professional - Family Relations
Abstract
Contents:
Best Practices for Successful Engagement -- Diversity in Patient Engagement -- Engagement Methods -- How to Request Patient and Family Partners -- Matching Partners -- Planning Engagement -- Presenting With Patient Partners -- Reimbursing Partners.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Tip sheets in PDF format and more patient and family engagement resources available at link
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Intercultural community engagement tip sheet for Chinese and South Asian populations

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121759
British Columbia Ministry of Health Patients as Partners Initiative. [Victoria, BC?]: Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Health , 2019.
Audience
Professional
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Corporate Author
British Columbia Ministry of Health Patients as Partners Initiative
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Health
Publication Date
2019
Subjects
Culturally Competent Care
Cultural Diversity
Patient Participation - methods
Decision Making
Caregivers
Professional - Patient Relations
Professional - Family Relations
Notes
May 2019
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/heath-care-partners/patients-as-partners/intercultural-community-engagement-tip-sheet.pdf
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Global Perspectives in Cancer Care : Religion, Spirituality, and Cultural Diversity in Health and Healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124695
New York: Oxford University Press , c2022.
Audience
Professional
"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 Assembl…
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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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