The BC Cancer Library
Delivering timely service and evidence-informed resources to people in BC and the Yukon facing cancer and those involved in oncology care or research.
Delivering timely service and evidence-informed resources to people in BC and the Yukon facing cancer and those involved in oncology care or research.
An inspirational documentary about a young woman's (Sara Taylor-Gibson) experience and struggle with cancer (Desmoplastic small round blue cell tumour).
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Presented at a "Cancer as a Turning Point Conference", this video uses humor and drama and a variety of characters to explore the journey of a wife, mother and career woman who receives the unexpected and terrifying diagnosis of cancer.
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Presented at a "Cancer as a Turning Point Conference". An oral cancer survivor gives a humourous presentation about her disease, divorce and disfigured dating.
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Full conference information obtained from the Annual cancer conference program and abstracts. See ID# 20185 (QZ200 B366 2011); Mindfulness : tools for stress reduction and happier living by David Greenshields; Get moving : ways for teens and young adults with cancer to stay active by Dr. Kristin C…
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Ten years after his leukemia diagnosis, Ryan is a survivor who is reluctant to take risks and move forward with his life. The opportunity to take a backpacking trip through the Andes Mountains changes him and his perception of his cancer experience from one of Survivor to Thriver.
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This DVD tells the story of six vibrant women, each intent on making a contribution through their careers. The women work at different jobs, but are alike in one important way: they are balancing the demands of a breast cancer illness and work. It explores the challenges women face in the workplac…
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Booklet title "A Support guide for helping children grieve"
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Includes a one page printed information titled "Helpul tips for parents : sun safe play, everyday!" and "Tips for daycares: teaching pre-schoolers sun safe play, everyday!"
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Compelling documentary. Explores the long term benefit of pain control for children
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Childhood cancer survivor Susan Nessim Keeney introduces us to Emily, a nine year old girl with leukemia in this 15 minute documentary. Through this DVD we follow Emily, from her hospitalization to her successful return to classmates and school life. The partnership between the patient, school and …
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An insightful look into how kids see and interpret death, from with the loss of a parent to helping a grieving friend.; For children aged 9-12.
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This is a fiction story about a boy named Alex who has a brain tumor. Alex gets better with the help of many people who care about him.
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In the mid-1980's, clinical psychologist Leora Kuttner spearheaded a pioneer pain management project for children with cancer. In No Fears, No Tears eight courageous children with cancer, aged three to twelve years old, demonstrated a variety of ways in which the natural abilities of the mind can b…
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This is about the Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada's activities and services.; Introduction; Statistics; Founders; Research; Services; Volunteers; Information day; Spring sprint; Survivor; Donor; Thank you
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