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Contemporary Chinese medicine : application and research : issue 14 : oncology

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Shi, Qi, Liu, Jiaxiang. Shanghai, China: , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 S555 1996
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Chinese medicine (oncology) : history, scope of study, current development etc.; Use of Chinese medicine in strengthening the body, managing side effects of radiotherapy, yin yang etc.; Different types of cancer, how they are treated by Chinese medicine
Author
Shi, Qi
Liu, Jiaxiang
Place of Publication
Shanghai, China
Publication Date
1996
Physical Description
316 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms
Medicine, Chinese Traditional
Popular Work
Abstract
Chinese medicine (oncology) : history, scope of study, current development etc.
Use of Chinese medicine in strengthening the body, managing side effects of radiotherapy, yin yang etc.
Different types of cancer, how they are treated by Chinese medicine
ISBN
9787810103398
7810103393
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 S555 1996

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Cancer prevention and diagnosis : diagnosis and treatment of cancers using Chinese medicine

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18274
Wong, Fangling. Hong Kong: Starite Book Company Ltd. , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 W872c 1994
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Ai zheng fang zhi yu zhen duan
Author
Wong, Fangling
Place of Publication
Hong Kong
Publisher
Starite Book Company Ltd.
Publication Date
1994
Physical Description
191 p. : ill. ; 19 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - diagnosis
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Medicine, Chinese Traditional
Popular Work
ISBN
9789623880718
9623880715
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 W872c 1994

Copies

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Nutrition guide for cancer patients

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21276
Chen, Huiqiong. Hong Kong: Chuang Publishing Co. , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 N9 C519 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This book recommends different types of herbs and foods to help cancer patients to walk the journey to recovery.; Elementary school level Grade 5 and above
Author
Chen, Huiqiong
Place of Publication
Hong Kong
Publisher
Chuang Publishing Co.
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Neoplasms - diet therapy
Cookbook
Medicine, Chinese Traditional
Popular Work
Abstract
This book recommends different types of herbs and foods to help cancer patients to walk the journey to recovery.
Elementary school level Grade 5 and above
ISBN
9789628959334
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 N9 C519 2007

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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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

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Cree healer and his medicine bundle : revelations of indigenous wisdom--healing plants, practices, and stories

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122892
Young, David. Berkeley, CA: North Atlantic Books , 2015.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB 55 Y68 2015
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Young, David
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
North Atlantic Books
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
xiii, 223 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm
Subjects
First Nations
Medicine, Traditional
Shamanism
Alberta
Popular Work
ISBN
9781583949030
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB 55 Y68 2015
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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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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Getting ready for breast surgery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15554
Coutts, Nancy, Parker, Cathy. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP910 G394 2007
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
Only applicable to patients at BCCA Vancouver Centre or Vancouver General Hospital or UBC Hospital
Author
Coutts, Nancy
Parker, Cathy
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Breast Tumour Group Secretariat
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
16 p. : ill. ; 27 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Breast Diseases - surgery
Mastectomy
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Preoperative Care
Postoperative Care
Popular Work
Abstract
Only applicable to patients at BCCA Vancouver Centre or Vancouver General Hospital or UBC Hospital
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Library
Call Number
WP910 G394 2007

Copies

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Understanding breast reconstruction surgery : is it for me?

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16288
Lennox, Peter. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 B863 2007 v.9
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
  1 read online  
Author
Lennox, Peter
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Breast Tumour Group
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
60 minutes
Series
BCCA video telehealth series "Closer to home" 9
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Mammaplasty
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WP870 B863 2007 v.9
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Life stages and Native women : memory, teachings, and story medicine

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124465
Anderson, Kim. Winnipeg, MB: University of Manitoba Press , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB55 A545 2011
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Rediscovering the stories of the past serves as a healing force in the decolonization and recovery of Aboriginal communities. Anderson shares the teachings of elders from the Canadian prairies and Ontario to illustrate how different life stages were experienced by Métis, Cree, and Anishinaabe…
Author
Anderson, Kim
Place of Publication
Winnipeg, MB
Publisher
University of Manitoba Press
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
xix, 210 pages ; 23 cm
Series
Critical studies in Native history
Subjects
First Nations
Indigenous women
Indigenous Canadians
Medicine, Traditional
Women's Health
Family
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
Abstract
Rediscovering the stories of the past serves as a healing force in the decolonization and recovery of Aboriginal communities. Anderson shares the teachings of elders from the Canadian prairies and Ontario to illustrate how different life stages were experienced by Métis, Cree, and Anishinaabe girls and women during the mid-twentieth century. Anderson explains how this traditional knowledge can be applied toward rebuilding healthy Indigenous communities today.
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9780887557262
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB55 A545 2011

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Integrated cancer care guide : caring for the mind, body, and spirit of people with cancer and their families

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19805
InspireHealth. [Vancouver, BC?]: InspireHealth , 2010?.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 I59 2010
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Integrated cancer care guide : optimal support for mind, body, spirit and immune system for health and healing : guide to self-care, healthful nutrition, exercise, vitamins, supplements, and complementary medical therapies
Author
InspireHealth
Corporate Author
InspireHealth
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
InspireHealth
Publication Date
2010?
Physical Description
100 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - diet therapy
Complementary Therapies
Mind Body Relations (Metaphysical)
Mind-Body and Relaxation Therapy
Mind-Body Therapies
Medicine, Chinese Traditional
Integrative Medicine
Self Care
InspireHealth
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 I59 2010
Website Notes
Companion site
Read Online

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Breast cancer surgery and reconstruction : what's right for you

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124254
Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Publication Date
2016
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Mammaplasty
Popular Work
ISBN
9781442242630
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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Integrated cancer care : caring for the mind, body and spirit of people with cancer and their families

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15742
Centre for Integrated Healing. [Vancouver, BC?]: Centre for Integrated Healing , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 C397 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Participant's guide to self-care, healthful nutrition, vitamins, supplements, complementary medical therapies and healing
Corporate Author
Centre for Integrated Healing
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Centre for Integrated Healing
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
67 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - diet therapy
Complementary Therapies
Mind Body Relations (Metaphysics)
Mind-Body and Relaxation Techniques
Medicine, Chinese Traditional
Centre for Integrated Healing
InspireHealth
Popular Work
Abstract
Participant's guide to self-care, healthful nutrition, vitamins, supplements, complementary medical therapies and healing
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 C397 2006

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Exercises after breast surgery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122785
Canadian Cancer Society. [Toronto, ON]: Canadian Cancer Society , 2019.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Continues / Continued By
Exercises after breast surgery (2015)
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Canadian Cancer Society
Publication Date
2019
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Exercise Therapy
Lymphedema - prevention & control
Popular Work
Notes
July 2019
"The Canadian Cancer Society acknowledges the input and guidance of the Oncology Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association."
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
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Physical therapy after breast cancer surgery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124191
Jui Chu, Yeh. [Taiwan]: Locus , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 R934 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
What can physical therapy do after breast cancer surgery?
Author
Jui Chu, Yeh
Place of Publication
[Taiwan]
Publisher
Locus
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
297 p. : ill. ; 21 cm
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Physiotherapy
Popular Work
ISBN
9789862137680
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 R934 2017

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Guide to optimizing recovery after prostate cancer surgery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124486
Hughes, Samantha, Renzi, Adriano (ill.). British Columbia: Self publishing , 2019.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WJ768 H893g 2019
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"This book was developed to cover the need for more information on how to best manage the side effects of prostate surgery. It can be used as a guide for men that elected to have surgery and want to learn more about the recovery process. It Summarizes the surgery, bladder physiology, pelvic floor m…
Alternate Title
Optimizing recovery after prostate cancer surgery
Author
Hughes, Samantha
Renzi, Adriano (ill.)
Editor
Cartelier, Claude
Place of Publication
British Columbia
Publisher
Self publishing
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
156 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Subjects
Popular Work
Prostatic Neoplasms
Prostatic Neoplasms - surgery
Prostatic Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Abstract
"This book was developed to cover the need for more information on how to best manage the side effects of prostate surgery. It can be used as a guide for men that elected to have surgery and want to learn more about the recovery process. It Summarizes the surgery, bladder physiology, pelvic floor muscle training, and behavioral changes to improve urinary incontinence and other possible side effects." --Back cover
ISBN
9781999068004
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WJ768 H893g 2019

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Cancer guided imagery program for cancer surgery : tap into the healing power of the body and mind connection

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14668
Murray, Steve. Las Vegas, NV: Body & Mind Productions , 2003.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 M984s 2003
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Murray, Steve
Place of Publication
Las Vegas, NV
Publisher
Body & Mind Productions
Publication Date
2003
Physical Description
59 minutes
Subjects
Imagery
Relaxation Techniques
Mental Healing
Neoplasms - surgery
Surgery - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
0974256986
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 M984s 2003

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InspireHealth Integrated Cancer Care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16597
InspireHealth. [Vancouver, BC?]: InspireHealth , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Do you have cancer? Learn more about approaches that support health, treatment and recovery
Natural approaches to health integrated with conventional treatment
Corporate Author
InspireHealth
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
InspireHealth
Publication Date
2008
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - diet therapy
Complementary Therapies
Mind Body Relations (Metaphysics)
Mind-Body and Relaxation Techniques
Medicine, Chinese Traditional
Centre for Integrated Healing
Self Care
InspireHealth
Popular Work
Notes
May 1 2018: Removed for Library Search file cleanup project 2018. AR
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Pamphlet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
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Getting ready for breast surgery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21721
Blades, Jan. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2013. rev ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  

Exercises after breast surgery : a guide for women

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21296
Canadian Cancer Society. [Toronto, ON]: Canadian Cancer Society , 2012. rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 C212e 2012
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
  1 read online  
Continues / Continued By
Exercise after breast surgery : a guide for women (2011)
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Edition
rev. ed.
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Canadian Cancer Society
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
24 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Exercise Therapy
Lymphedema - prevention & control
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WP870 C212e 2012
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