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Lisa's story

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Batiuk, Tom. Berkeley, CA: A Perigree Book , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 B333l 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Batiuk, Tom
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
A Perigree Book
Publication Date
2000
Physical Description
xviii, 125 p. : ill. ; 19 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Graphic Novels
Popular Work
ISBN
0399526668
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 B333l 2000

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At the water's edge : when cancer comes back

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Sass, Jennifer. Edmonton, AB: Alberta Cancer Board/Breast Cancer Infolink , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 S252 1998
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
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Author
Sass, Jennifer
Corporate Author
Breast Cancer Infolink, Prairies/NWT
Place of Publication
Edmonton, AB
Publisher
Alberta Cancer Board/Breast Cancer Infolink
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
23 minutes
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasm Metastasis
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 S252 1998

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Sara's story

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Piercy, Shel, Taylor-Gibson, Sara. [Vancouver, BC?]: Infinity Films , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 S243 1999
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
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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Author
Piercy, Shel
Taylor-Gibson, Sara
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Infinity Films
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
49 minutes
Subjects
Neoplasms - personal narratives - popular works
Patients - psychology - popular works
Life Change Events
Adaptation, Psychological - popular works
Abstract
An inspirational documentary about a young woman's (Sara Taylor-Gibson) experience and struggle with cancer (Desmoplastic small round blue cell tumour).
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ200 S243 1999

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Picasso's woman : a breast cancer story

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MacPhee, Rosalind. [Vancouver, BC?]: Douglas & McIntyre , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M172 1994
Availability
7 copies, 7 available
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Author
MacPhee, Rosalind
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Douglas & McIntyre
Publication Date
1994
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms
Biography
Popular Work
ISBN
1550541587
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
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 M172 1994

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Menya : an end of life story

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Wolfe, Morris. [Toronto, ON]: Grubstreet Books , 2003.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 W856 2003
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Wolfe, Morris
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Grubstreet Books
Publication Date
2003
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - personal narratives - popular works
Terminal Care - popular works
ISBN
0968973728
9780968973721
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 W856 2003

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Cancer vixen : a true story

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Marchetto, Marisa Acocella. New York ; Toronto: Alfred A. Knopf , 2006. 1st ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M317 2006
Availability
9 copies, 9 available
Comic book memoir of author's experience with breast cancer.
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Author
Marchetto, Marisa Acocella
Edition
1st ed.
Place of Publication
New York ; Toronto
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
211 p. : col. ill. ; 20 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms
Neoplasms
Graphic Novels
Cartoons
Personal Narratives
Biography
Wit and Humor
Popular Work
Abstract
Comic book memoir of author's experience with breast cancer.
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 (F0002623)
ISBN
9780676978247 (Toronto)
0307263576 (alk. paper)
067697824X (Toronto)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 M317 2006

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Survivor's story : life after the cancer journey

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Richards, Tisha. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 B366a 2006 v.19
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Full conference information obtained from the Annual cancer conference program and abstracts. See ID# 15548. (QZ200 B366 2006)
More Information
Alternate Title
Annual cancer conference
Annual cancer conference : partners in research and care : BC and the world
BC Cancer Agency Community Cancer Forum
Author
Richards, Tisha
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Annual Cancer Conference (2006 November 23-25 : Vancouver, BC)
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
90 minutes
Series
BC Cancer Agency annual cancer conference 2006 v.19
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Survivors
Adaptation, Psychological
BC Cancer Agency
Popular Work
Abstract
Full conference information obtained from the Annual cancer conference program and abstracts. See ID# 15548. (QZ200 B366 2006)
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Library
Call Number
QZ200 B366a 2006 v.19

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My breast : one woman's cancer story

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Wadler, Joyce. Taiwan: Advance Wisdom Business Co. Ltd. , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 W123c 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Alternate Title
My breast
Author
Wadler, Joyce
Place of Publication
Taiwan
Publisher
Advance Wisdom Business Co. Ltd.
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9789578909335
9578909330
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 W123c 1995

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Grace follows me : my story about kissing cancer in the face!

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Liu, Macy. [Charleston, SC]: Macy Liu , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 L783 2016
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
This book is a collection of blog posts by Chinese-Canadian author Macy Liu and describes her daily journey through breast cancer treatment and recovery.
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Author
Liu, Macy
Place of Publication
[Charleston, SC]
Publisher
Macy Liu
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
160 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Survivors
Adaptation, Psychological
China - ethnology
Culture
Blogging
Personal Narratives
Abstract
This book is a collection of blog posts by Chinese-Canadian author Macy Liu and describes her daily journey through breast cancer treatment and recovery.
ISBN
9780995237605
0995237603
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 L783 2016

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Wrong way to hope : an inspiring story of young adults and cancer

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Anacortez, WA: Hands On Films , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 W957 2010
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Wrong way to hope : a story of young adults and cancer
Editor
Lang, Mike
Bryant, Aaron
Place of Publication
Anacortez, WA
Publisher
Hands On Films
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
78 minutes
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Survivors
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Adolescent Psychology
Quality of Life
Adolescent
Young Adult
Recreation
Canada
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
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
Internet
Call Number
QZ200 W957 2010
Read Online
http://survivethrive.org/zodonations/wrong-way-to-hope-2010/

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Emily's story : back to school after cancer

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Keeney, Susan Nessim. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 E53 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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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Author
Keeney, Susan Nessim
Corporate Author
Cancervive
Place of Publication
Los Angeles, CA
Publisher
Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
15 minutes
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Leukemia
Child
Schools
Social Adjustment
Social Support
Popular Work
Abstract
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 hospital is stressed, as well as raising awareness about the challenges of school re-entry.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 E53 2007

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Bald is better with earrings : a survivor's guide to getting through breast cancer

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Hutton, Andrea. New York, NY: Harper Wave , 2015.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 H984 2015
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
Author
Hutton, Andrea
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Harper Wave
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
xiv, 205 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Breast Neoplasms - therapy
Survivors
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780062375650
0062375652
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 H984 2015
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Breast cancer husband : how to help your wife (and yourself) through diagnosis, treatment, and beyond

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Silver, Marc. Emmaus, PA: Rodale , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 S587 2004
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
A guide for men whose wives or girlfriends have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Helps readers deal with the diagnosis, addressing men's stereotypical reactions (usually saying little, followed by overbearing urges to fix the problem) and advises them how to behave (ask questions and, more import…
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Author
Silver, Marc
Place of Publication
Emmaus, PA
Publisher
Rodale
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
xv, 319 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Spouses
Family Relations
Caregivers - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
A guide for men whose wives or girlfriends have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Helps readers deal with the diagnosis, addressing men's stereotypical reactions (usually saying little, followed by overbearing urges to fix the problem) and advises them how to behave (ask questions and, more importantly, listen). Also examines the various treatments and suggests ways for readers to find sexual intimacy after mastectomy.
ISBN
1579548334
9781579548339
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
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 S587 2004

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Fighting for our future : stories that make a world of difference

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Murphy, Beth, Hart, Melissa Joan. New York, NY: Principle Pictures, Inc. , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M978f 2002
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Murphy, Beth
Hart, Melissa Joan
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Principle Pictures, Inc.
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
50 minutes
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
826212000337
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 M978f 2002

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You are never alone : prayers and meditations to sustain you through breast cancer

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Murray, Maureen. Pittsburgh, PA: Oncology Nursing Society , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M983 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Murray, Maureen
Place of Publication
Pittsburgh, PA
Publisher
Oncology Nursing Society
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
xvi, 182 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Meditation
Relaxation Techniques
Spirituality
Popular Work
ISBN
9781890504403
1890504408
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 M983 2004

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Chicken soup for the breast cancer survivor's soul : stories to inspire, support and heal

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Canfield, Jack, Hansen, Mark Victor, Kelly, Mary Olsen. Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc. , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 C222 2006
Availability
10 copies, 9 available
More Information
Author
Canfield, Jack
Hansen, Mark Victor
Kelly, Mary Olsen
Place of Publication
Deerfield Beach, FL
Publisher
Health Communications, Inc.
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
xvii, 285 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms
Survivors - psychology
Social Support
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
0757305210
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
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 C222 2006

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How to ride a dragon : women with breast cancer tell their stories

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Tocher, Michelle. [Toronto, ON]: Key Porter Books , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 T631 2002
Availability
9 copies, 9 available
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Author
Tocher, Michelle
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Key Porter Books
Publication Date
2002
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
1552633977
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
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 T631 2002

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Stewie's story

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Stewart, Paul. Mississauga, ON: Roche Oncology , 2002?.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WI520 S857 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Stewart, Paul
Place of Publication
Mississauga, ON
Publisher
Roche Oncology
Publication Date
2002?
Physical Description
15 minutes
Subjects
Colorectal Neoplasms
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WI520 S857 2002

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Alex's journey : the story of a child with a brain tumor

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American Brain Tumor Association. Des Plaines, Ill.: American Brain Tumor Association , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 A849a 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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.
More Information
Corporate Author
American Brain Tumor Association
Place of Publication
Des Plaines, Ill.
Publisher
American Brain Tumor Association
Publication Date
1999
Subjects
Brain Neoplasms - psychology
Fictional Works
Child
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
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.
ISBN
0944093299
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C5 A849a 1999

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Extraordinary friendships through breast cancer : celebrity portraits by Rankin

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Rankin. London: SEA Design , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 R211 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Rankin
Corporate Author
Breast Friends
Place of Publication
London
Publisher
SEA Design
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
1 v. (unpaged) : ill. ; 31 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Social Support
Survivors
Adaptation, Psychological
Family
Friends
Interpersonal Relations
Autobiography
Portraits
Popular Work
ISBN
9780955389801
0955389801
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 R211 2006

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