Author

Gordon, Barbara L

Editor

Gordon, Barbara L

Place of Publication

Durham

Publisher

Duke University Press

Publication Date

2010

Physical Description

xxvi, 356 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasm Metastasis

Recurrence

Adaptation, Psychological

Popular Work

ISBN

9780822347637

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 B828g 2010

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Author

Boothman, Jeff

Place of Publication

Powell, OH

Publisher

Igniting Souls Publishing Agency

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

xiii, 155 pages ; 23 cm

Subjects

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Cancer Survivors

Self Care - handbooks

Abstract

"How To Be A Cancer Patient delivers universal tools, in an easy to understand format, that addresses these vital needs for patients with any type of cancer diagnosis. The easy-to-use tools and strategies were developed through the experiences of a process driven cancer survivor who endured two surgeries, 15+ days of inpatient hospital stays for chemo and complications and 15 doses of radiation. It also includes honest, raw and sometimes hilarious accounts on how these tools were developed during the course of a LOT of cancer treatment."-- From Amazon

Notes

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

ISBN

9798885831611

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 B725 2022

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Author

Keene, Nancy

Hobbie, Wendy

Ruccione, Kathy

Edition

3rd ed.

Place of Publication

Bellingham, WA

Publisher

Childhood Cancer Guides

Publication Date

2012

Physical Description

xxiv, 452 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

ebrary books for public

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - complications

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Continuity of Care

Follow-up Studies

Survivors

Family Relations

Adolescent

Adult

Adaptation, Psychological

Infant

Child

Secondary Prevention

Interpersonal Relations

Self Care

Popular Work

Autobiography

ISBN

9781457118678

9781941089132

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ200 K26c 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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Author

Bilsker, Dan

Samra, Joti

Goldner, Elliot

Corporate Author

Consortium for Organizational Mental Healthcare

Place of Publication

Richmond, BC

Publisher

COMH Publications

Publication Date

2009

Physical Description

108 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.

Subjects

Attitude to Health

Adaptation, Psychological

Psychotherapy

Self Care - psychology

Emotions

Life Style

Stress, Psychological

Relaxation

Popular Work

Abstract

This manual is designed for individuals who deal with health conditions, including patients, physicians, psychologists, nurses, rehabilitation professionals and researchers

Relaxation method audio: http://www.comh.ca/pchc/resources/audio/index.cfm links to the audiofile

For handouts and excerpts: http://www.comh.ca/pchc/index.cfm

http://www.comh.ca/pchc/resources/

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WM172 B649 2009

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Corporate Author

First Nations Health Authority

BC Cancer Agency

Place of Publication

[West Vancouver, BC]

Publisher

First Nations Health Authority

Publication Date

[2023?]

Physical Description

67 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Health Services, Indigenous

Patient Navigation

Self Care

Social Support

Culturally Competent Care

Medicine, Traditional

Personal Narratives

First Nations

Patient Education Handout

Notes

"This booklet is based on an earlier publication Living with Cancer--Everyone Deserves Support...The stories in this book were shared at Telling Our Stories Conference held in Prince George, BC in June 2016"

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Online

Status

Processing

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ201 F527 2023

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Corporate Author

First Nations Health Authority

Metis Nation British Columbia

BC Cancer Agency

BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres

Place of Publication

[West Vancouver, BC]

Publisher

First Nations Health Authority

Publication Date

2017

Physical Description

104 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Health Services, Indigenous

Patient Navigation

Self Care

Social Support

Culturally Competent Care

Medicine, Traditional

Personal Narratives

First Nations

Patient Education Handout

Notes

The stories in this book were shared at Telling Our Stories Conference held in Prince George, BC in June 2016.

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ201 F527 2017

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Corporate Author

First Nations Health Authority

Metis Nation British Columbia

BC Cancer Agency

BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres

Place of Publication

[West Vancouver, BC]

Publisher

First Nations Health Authority

Publication Date

2017

Physical Description

102 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Health Services, Indigenous

Patient Navigation

Self Care

Social Support

Patient Education

Culturally Competent Care

Medicine, Traditional

Personal Narratives

Metis

First Nations

Patient Education Handout

Notes

The stories in this book were shared at Telling Our Stories Conference held in Prince George, BC in June 2016.

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ201 F527m 2017

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Author

Rutledge, Rob

Walker, Timothy

Corporate Author

Healing and Cancer Foundation

Place of Publication

Halifax, NS

Publisher

Healing and Cancer Foundation

Publication Date

2010

Physical Description

viii, 261 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Mind-Body and Relaxation Techniques

Stress, Psychological - prevention & control

Self-Help Groups

Adaptation, Psychological

ISBN

9780986546501

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 R981h 2010

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Author

Kanarek, Robin Bennett

Place of Publication

Baltimore, MD

Publisher

Johns Hopkins University Press

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

209 p. ; 22 cm.

Series

Johns Hopkins Press health book

Subjects

Quality of Life

Palliative Care

Terminal Care

Adaptation, Psychological

Advance Care Planning

Caregivers - psychology

Popular Work

Abstract

This book was written to educate individuals diagnosed with a serious medical condition along with their loved ones about the importance of palliative care. The work outlines what palliative care is, provides communication strategies for getting the type of support and care that you want and need (and not just medications), outlines successful coping strategies, and discusses family dynamics, grieving, emotional support, and spirituality. Although palliative care is often associated with hospice and end-of-life planning, the author argues for a more expanded definition that includes improved quality of life at early as well as later stages of the disease process.

Notes

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

ISBN

9781421445984

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Status

Processing

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WB310 K16 2023

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Editor

Foley, Kathleen M

Place of Publication

Atlanta, GA

Publisher

American Cancer Society

Publication Date

2005

Subjects

Palliative Care

Adaptation, Psychological

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - therapy

Terminal Care

Popular Work

ISBN

9780944235539

0944235530

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WB310 W567 2005

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Author

Graham, Sarah

Place of Publication

London, UK

Publisher

Green Tree

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

iii, 284 pages ; 22 cm

Subjects

Women's Health

Women's Health Services

Sexism

Gender equity

Patient Advocacy

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Abstract

"An inclusive and empowering manifesto for change in women's healthcare. Exploring the systemic and deep-rooted sexism within medicine, Rebel Bodies offers actionable ways for women to advocate for ourselves and others, and get the diagnosis and treatment we need." -- Back cover

Notes

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

ISBN

9781399401111

1399401114

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WA309 G738r 2023

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Alternate Title

Lap of honor

Author

Eirew, Gaby

Hawley, Pippa

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

Gaby Eirew and Dr Pippa Hawley

Publication Date

2019

Physical Description

204 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Attitude to Death

Quality of Life

Terminally Ill - psychology

Adaptation, Psychological

Advance Care Planning

Decision Making

Interpersonal Communication

Hospice Care

Guidebooks

ISBN

9781775181101

1775181103

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

BF789 D4 E35 2019

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Alternate Title

Be active : survivorship education for chinese-speaking cancer patients

Author

Kwong, Sandy

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

BC Cancer Agency. Patient and Family Counselling Services

Publication Date

2015

Physical Description

92 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - education

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Survivors

Patient Education

Patient-Centered Care

Adaptation, Psychological

Self Care

Self-Help Groups

Social Support

BC Cancer Agency

Language

English

Chinese

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

VC Library Archives

Call Number

WA18.2 B365 2015

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Author

Mantell, Ellyn

Place of Publication

Charlotte, NC

Publisher

Warren Publishing

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

xiv, 126 pages ; 23 cm

Subjects

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Ostomy

Ileostomy

Self Care

Abstract

"For those who have recently undergone ostomy procedures, the transition can present new obstacles. From what to expect, to ostomy- and self-care, dressing and more, navigating life post ostomy may feel overwhelming.

In So Much More than My Ostomy, Ellyn Mantell--"ostomate," advocate, and renowned motivational speaker --provides advice, tips, and encouragement for caring for and embracing your perfectly imperfect body. Ellyn, along with several other ostomates, also shares stories from her journey that led to her ileostomy in March, 2014. The book contains interviews with several who have survived and thrived through the many health and emotional challenges presented to them.

Notes

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

ISBN

9781954614208

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WI520 M292 2021

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Author

Cassiday, Karen Lynn

Place of Publication

Oakland, CA

Publisher

New Harbinger Publications

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

ix, 184 p. ; 23 cm

Subjects

Anxiety

Adaptation, Psychological

Stress, Psychological

Mental Health

Popular Work

Notes

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

ISBN

9781684039043

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Status

Processing

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WM172 C345 2022

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Author

Cousins, Norman

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

W.W. Norton & Company

Publication Date

1979

Physical Description

173 p. ; 19 cm.

Subjects

Attitude to Health

Consumer Participation

Volition

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

9780393038873

0393038874

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WD375 C867 1979

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Editor

Myers, Kimberly R

Place of Publication

Oxford ; New York

Publisher

Peter Lang

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

xiv, 483 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Series

Medical humanities ; vol.1

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Self Care

Social Support

Personal Narratives

ISBN

9781800796805

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 B828m 2021

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Author

Yip, Alain

Corporate Author

Society for the Promotion of Hospice Care

Place of Publication

Hong Kong

Publisher

Society for the Promotion of Hospice Care

Publication Date

2007

Physical Description

15 cm.

Subjects

Attitude to Death

Adaptation, Psychological

Hospice Care

Terminally Ill

Personal Narratives

Abstract

The articles are written by doctors, nurses, caregivers, community leaders and celebrities etc. who are well-known to people in or from Hong Kong. They share their personal experiences on how they cope, what's the meaning of good death (and good living) to both patients and caregivers

Language

Chinese

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

BF789 D4 L786 2007

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Author

Ware, Bronnie

Place of Publication

Carlsbad, CA

Publisher

Hay House, Inc.

Publication Date

2019

Physical Description

xiii, 303 pages ; 22 cm

Subjects

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Palliative Care

Self-Help

Attitude to Death

Abstract

"After too many years of unfulfilling work, Bronnie Ware began searching for a job with heart. Despite having no formal qualifications or previous experience in the field, she found herself working in palliative care.

During the time she spent tending to those who were dying, Bronnie's life was transformed. Later, she wrote an Internet blog post, outlining the most common regrets that the people she had cared for had expressed. By applying the lessons of those nearing their death to her own life, she developed an understanding that it is possible for everyone, if we make the right choices, to die with peace of mind.

Bronnie's delightful memoir is a courageous, life-changing book that will leave you feeling more compassionate and inspired to live the life you are truly here to live" --Back cover

Notes

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

ISBN

9781401956004

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

BF789 D4 W561 2019

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Editor

Silver, Julie K

Place of Publication

Atlanta, GA

Publisher

American Cancer Society/Health Promotions

Publication Date

2009

Physical Description

xvii, 362 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Survivors

Patients

Adaptation, Psychological

Self Care

Personal Narratives

Abstract

How I nurtured myself

How my family helped

How friends made a difference

Care and support from the health care team

What helped my children cope

Balancing work and family

How I changed my diet

How I changed my exercise routine

What I did to relieve stress

How being spiritual helped

What I wish I had known at diagnosis

What would have helped but was too hard to ask for

How my body and intimacy were affected

What helped me heal

How cancer changed my life

What it means to be a survivor

ISBN

9781604430042

1604430044

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 W555s 2009

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