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So-called alternative medicine (SCAM) for cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123313
Ernst, Edzard. Cham, Switzerland: Springer Nature Switzerland AG , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
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.
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InspireHealth's evidence-based cancer prevention guide : lay language summaries of scientific information about cancer prevention : before and after diagnosis

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19806
InspireHealth. [Vancouver, BC?]: InspireHealth , 2010?.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 I59 2010
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Corporate Author
InspireHealth
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
InspireHealth
Publication Date
2010?
Physical Description
56 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Behavior Therapy - methods
Evidence-Based Medicine
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - psychology
Self Care
InspireHealth
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 I59 2010

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Trick or treatment? : alternative medicine on trial

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113788
Singh, Simon, Ernst, Edzard. London, UK: Corgi Books , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB890 S617 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Singh, Simon
Ernst, Edzard
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Corgi Books
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
410 p. : ill., ports. ; 20 cm.
Subjects
Complementary Therapies
Evidence-Based Medicine
Popular Work
ISBN
9780552157629
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WB890 S617 2009

Copies

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A breast cancer guide for spouses, partners, friends, and family : using psychology to support those we care about

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124268
Haynes, Stephen N., Meyer, Luanna H., Evans, Ian M. New York, NY: Routledge, Taylor and Francis Group , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
"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 psych…
  1 read online  
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
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Science of the sacred : bridging global indigenous medicine systems and modern scientific principles

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123378
Redvers, Nicole. Berkeley, CA: North Atlantic Books , 2019.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB 55 R438 2019
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Based on current medical research, Native American and naturopathic doctor Nicole Redvers identifies traditional healing methods developed centuries ago that address modern ailments and medical processes - Provided by publisher
Author
Redvers, Nicole
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
North Atlantic Books
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
288 p. : ill. ; 23 cm
Subjects
First Nations
Medicine, Traditional
Evidence-Based Medicine
Health Services, Indigenous
Popular Work
Abstract
Based on current medical research, Native American and naturopathic doctor Nicole Redvers identifies traditional healing methods developed centuries ago that address modern ailments and medical processes - Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781623173364
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WB 55 R438 2019

Copies

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Alternative medicine : a critical assessment of 202 modalities

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124993
Ernst, Edzard. Cham, Switzerland: Springer Nature Switzerland AG , 2022. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
"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…
  1 read online  
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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Alternative medicine : a critical assessment of 150 modalities

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122184
Ernst, Edzard. Cham, Switzerland: Springer Nature Switzerland AG , 2019.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB890 E71 2019
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Though this book is a reference text aimed at guiding consumers through the maze of Alternative Medicine, it can be useful resource for clinicians as well. The book is divided into 150 short chapters, each dedicated to one therapy or diagnostic method. Seven points are raised to assist patient in d…
Author
Ernst, Edzard
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
Publisher
Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
xiv, 312 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Complementary Therapies
Treatment Outcome
Evidence-Based Medicine
Popular Work
Abstract
Though this book is a reference text aimed at guiding consumers through the maze of Alternative Medicine, it can be useful resource for clinicians as well. The book is divided into 150 short chapters, each dedicated to one therapy or diagnostic method. Seven points are raised to assist patient in decision making, or at least, raise questions about the method, based on evidence. See sections 11.1 for Alternative Cancer cures; 11.7 Cancer diets.
ISBN
9783030126001
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB890 E71 2019

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Eating plant-based : scientific answers to your nutrition questions

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124271
Kassam, Shireen, Kassam, Zahra. London, UK: Hammersmith Health Books , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
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.
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Is religion good for your health ? : the effects of religion on physical and mental health

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog2550
Koenig, Harold. New York, NY: Haworth Pastoral Press , 1997.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WM61 K78 1997
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Koenig, Harold
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Haworth Pastoral Press
Publication Date
1997
Subjects
Mental Healing
Religion and Medicine
ISBN
789002299
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM61 K78 1997

Copies

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Ferri's Netter patient advisor

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20136
Ferri, Fred F, Netter, Frank H. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier , 2012. 2nd ed.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WB39 F395 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Ferri, Fred F
Netter, Frank H
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
Saunders Elsevier
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xxvii, 1018 p. : ill. : 28 cm.
Subjects
Medicine
Patient Education as Topic
Handbooks
Popular Work
ISBN
9781416060383
1416060383
ISSN
1943-9822
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WB39 F395 2012
Loan Policy
28 days

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Caring and curing : health and medicine in the Western religious traditions

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog834
Baltimore, md.: Johns Hopkins University Press , 1998.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WM61 C277 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Numbers, Ronald L
Amundsen, Darrel W
Place of Publication
Baltimore, md.
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Publication Date
1998
Subjects
Religion and Medicine
ISBN
0801857961
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM61 C277 1998

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Nutrition guide for men with prostate cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18153
BC Cancer Agency Oncology Nutrition. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency Oncology Nutrition , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WJ752 B862n 2009
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency Oncology Nutrition
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency Oncology Nutrition
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
62 p. : ill. ; 14 cm.
Subjects
Prostatic Neoplasms - diet therapy
Prostatic Neoplasms - prevention & control
Nutrition
Evidence-Based Practice
Body Weight
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WJ752 B862n 2009

Copies

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Health and medicine in the reformed tradition : promise, providence, and care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog8123
Vaux, Kenneth L. New York, NY: Crossroad Publishing Company , 1984.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WM61 V384 1984
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Vaux, Kenneth L.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Crossroad Publishing Company
Publication Date
1984
Subjects
Religion and Medicine
Chaplaincy Service, Hospital
Pastoral Care
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM61 V384 1984

Copies

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Best vegetarian food

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18113
Ma, Daoming. Taipei City, Taiwan: , 1993.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 M111 1993
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Nature (hot/wet) and functions of different vegetarian food; Not specific for cancer, about general health
Author
Ma, Daoming
Place of Publication
Taipei City, Taiwan
Publication Date
1993
Physical Description
206 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Diet, Vegetarian
Plants, Medicinal
Herbs - therapeutic use
Medicine, Chinese Traditional
Drugs, Chinese Herbal
Popular Work
Abstract
Nature (hot/wet) and functions of different vegetarian food
Not specific for cancer, about general health
ISBN
9789578744004
9578744005
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 M111 1993

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Scientific and pastoral perspectives on intercessory prayer : an exchange between Larry Dossey and health care chaplains

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog5023
Binghamton, N.Y.: Haworth Press , 1998.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WM61 S416v 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
VandeCreek, Larry
Place of Publication
Binghamton, N.Y.
Publisher
Haworth Press
Publication Date
1998
Subjects
Pastoral Care
Religion and Medicine
Christianity
ISBN
789005182
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM61 S416v 1998

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Deep medicine : harnessing the source of your healing power

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18205
Stewart, William B. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 S852 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Stewart, William B
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
x, 184 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Self Care
Mind-Body Therapies
Mental Healing
Spirituality
Popular Work
ISBN
9781572246447
1572246448
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM172 S852 2009

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Choices in healing : integrating the best of conventional and complementary approaches to cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4920
Lerner, Michael. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 L616 1994
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Lerner, Michael
Place of Publication
Cambridge, MA
Publisher
MIT Press
Publication Date
1994
Physical Description
xxvi, 667 p. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Alternative Medicine
Neoplasms - therapy
Psychotherapy
Popular Work
ISBN
0262621045 (pbk.)
0262121808 (hbk.)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 L616 1994

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Healer's calling : a spirituality for physicians and other health care professionals

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog486
Sulmasy, Daniel P. New York, NY: Paulist Press , 1997.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WM61 S953 1997
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Sulmasy, Daniel P
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Paulist Press
Publication Date
1997
Subjects
Christianity
Physicians - psychology
Health Personnel - psychology
Religion and Medicine
Spirituality
ISBN
9780809137299
0809137291
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM61 S953 1997

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Power, freedom and grace : living from the source of lasting happiness

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20401
Chopra, Deepak. San Rafael, CA: Amber-Allen Publishing , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB880 C549 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Chopra, Deepak
Place of Publication
San Rafael, CA
Publisher
Amber-Allen Publishing
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
ix, 220 p. ; 19 cm.
Subjects
Spirituality
Mental Healing
Hinduism
Happiness
Popular Work
ISBN
9781878424815
1878424815
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB880 C549 2006

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Siha Tooskin knows the best medicine

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124502
Bearhead, Charlene, Bearhead, Wilson, Mustooch. Chloe Bluebird (Illustrator). Winnipeg, MB: HighWater Press , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA300 C5 B368 2020
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"When Siha Tooskin--Paul Wahasaypa--finds himself feeling ill, he learns that there are answers for him from the healing practices of his own people and from Western medicine. Nakota medicine gathered, prepared, and administered in ceremony and prayerWestern medicine measured and created in laborat…
Alternate Title
The best medicine
Author
Bearhead, Charlene
Bearhead, Wilson
Mustooch. Chloe Bluebird (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
Winnipeg, MB
Publisher
HighWater Press
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
22 pages : colour illustrations ; 21 cm.
Series
Siha Tooskin knows
Subjects
First Nations
Indigenous Canadians
Child, Hospitalized
Medicine, Traditional
Intergenerational Relations
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
"When Siha Tooskin--Paul Wahasaypa--finds himself feeling ill, he learns that there are answers for him from the healing practices of his own people and from Western medicine. Nakota medicine gathered, prepared, and administered in ceremony and prayerWestern medicine measured and created in laboratories, yet they have some things in common. Discover with Paul as he learns more about where modern medicine#x1D; really comes from and how we can all benefit from Indigenous and Western healers as he seeks the best medicine for his own wellness."-- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781553798408
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WA300 C5 B368 2020

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