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Diagnosketch : a visual guide to medical diagnosis for the non-medical audience

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124522
Adhikari, Sapana P. New York, NY: Oxford University Press , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
"Diagnosketch is a visual aid to explain medical diagnoses to patients at the bedside. It uses simplified images to illustrate complicated anatomy and concepts. The title, 'Diagnosketch,' combines the term 'diagnosis,' with the term, 'sketch,' paralleling the way the book combines a medical diagnos…
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Author
Adhikari, Sapana P.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication Date
2022
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Diagnosis
Human anatomy
Medical Illustration
Patient Education as Topic
Pictorial Works
Popular Work
Abstract
"Diagnosketch is a visual aid to explain medical diagnoses to patients at the bedside. It uses simplified images to illustrate complicated anatomy and concepts. The title, 'Diagnosketch,' combines the term 'diagnosis,' with the term, 'sketch,' paralleling the way the book combines a medical diagnosis with a simplified sketch. It includes common pathologies seen in an acute care setting, especially ones that are easier to explain with pictures"-- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9780197636954
9780197636961
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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How to be a cancer patient : a proven approach for optimizing your role in your cancer treatment

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124459
Boothman, Jeff. Powell, OH: Igniting Souls Publishing Agency , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 B725 2022
Availability
4 copies, 3 available
"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 sur…
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

Copies

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Creating a good death : coping with terminal illness

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15965
Schmidt, Laura. Princeton, NY: Films Media Group , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 C912 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Originally broadcast on December 10, 2003 on ABC News program Nightlines.
Author
Schmidt, Laura
Place of Publication
Princeton, NY
Publisher
Films Media Group
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
26 minutes
Series
Films for the Humanities and Sciences 33509
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Pancreatic Neoplasms - psychology
Hospice Care
Social Support
Terminally Ill
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
Originally broadcast on December 10, 2003 on ABC News program Nightlines.
ISBN
9780736596473
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 C912 2004

Copies

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Healing meditations : enhance your immune system and find the key to good health

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14904
Siegel, Bernie S. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc. , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 S573he 2000 v.1-2
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Siegel, Bernie S
Place of Publication
Carlsbad, CA
Publisher
Hay House, Inc.
Publication Date
2000
Subjects
Relaxation Therapy
Mental Healing
Imagery
Popular Work
ISBN
1401901425
Language
English
Material Type
CD
Audio
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 S573he 2000 v.1-2

Copies

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In-between days : a memoir about living with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog115008
Harrison, Teva. [Toronto, ON]: House of Anansi Press Inc. , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 H322 2016
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Harrison, Teva
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
House of Anansi Press Inc.
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
163 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Personal Narratives
Biography
Graphic Novels
Cartoons
Popular Work
ISBN
9781487001087
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 H322 2016

Copies

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True refuge : finding peace and freedom in your own awakened heart

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123552
New York, NY: Bantam Books , 2016 | 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM61 B796 2016
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
2016
1997
Physical Description
xviii, 290 p. ; 21 cm
Subjects
Buddhism
Uncertainty
Mental Healing
Relaxation Therapy
Popular Work
ISBN
9780553386349
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM61 B796 2016

Copies

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Kimiko does cancer : a graphic memoir

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124409
Tobimatsu, Kimiko, Geniza, Keet [ill.]. Vancouver, BC: Arsenal Pulp Press , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 T629k 2020
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"A moving and honest graphic memoir about the unexpected cancer journey of a young, queer, mixed-race woman. At the age of twenty-five, Kimiko Tobimatsu was a young, queer, mixed-race woman with no history of health problems whose world was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with breast canc…
Author
Tobimatsu, Kimiko
Geniza, Keet [ill.]
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
Arsenal Pulp Press
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
94 p. : ill. ; 26 cm
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms
Young Adult
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Graphic Novels
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
"A moving and honest graphic memoir about the unexpected cancer journey of a young, queer, mixed-race woman. At the age of twenty-five, Kimiko Tobimatsu was a young, queer, mixed-race woman with no history of health problems whose world was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with breast cancer" -- Provided by publisher.
ISBN
9781551528199
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 T629k 2020

Copies

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Cancer vixen : a true story

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14892
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.
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

Copies

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Childhood cancer survivors : a practical guide to your future

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16166
Keene, Nancy, Hobbie, Wendy, Ruccione, Kathy. Sebastopol, CA: O'Reilly & Associates, Inc. , 2007. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 K26c 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Keene, Nancy
Hobbie, Wendy
Ruccione, Kathy
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Sebastopol, CA
Publisher
O'Reilly & Associates, Inc.
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
xxiv, 436 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - complications
Follow-up Studies
Survivors
Parents
Adolescent
Adult
Adaptation, Psychological
Infant
Child
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
ISBN
9780596528515
0596528515
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ200 K26c 2007

Copies

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Forever optimistic : fighting brain cancer, finding your best path, and leading a life with purpose

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124344
Brams, Robert S., Coons, Christopher A. New York, NY: Skyhorse Publishing , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL358 B815 2021
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Brams, Robert S.
Coons, Christopher A.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
xii, 170 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm
Subjects
Brain Neoplasms
Life Change Events
Adaptation, Psychological
Optimism
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781510766167
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL358 B815 2021

Copies

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Journey : a practical guide to healing your life and setting yourself free

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15804
Bays, Brandon. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 B361 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Bays, Brandon
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Publication Date
2002
Subjects
Spirituality
Mental Healing
Neoplasms - psychology
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Genital Neoplasms, Female
Autobiography
ISBN
0743443934 (pbk.)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM172 B361 2002

Copies

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Embroidered cancer comic

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114764
Shefrin, Sima Elizabeth. London, UK: Singing Dragon , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WJ762 S542 2016
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Includes content by Bob Bossin and surgeon Dr. Peter Black, Vancouver Prostate Centre.
Author
Shefrin, Sima Elizabeth
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Singing Dragon
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
1 v. (unpaged) : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Prostatic Neoplasms - complications
Prostatic Neoplasms - psychology
Sexual Partners
Sexual Behavior
Adaptation, Psychological
Personal Narratives
Cartoons
Graphic Novels
Pictorial Works
Popular Work
Humor
Abstract
Includes content by Bob Bossin and surgeon Dr. Peter Black, Vancouver Prostate Centre.
ISBN
9781848192898
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WJ762 S542 2016
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

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Radical acts of love : how we find hope at the end of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122881
Brown, Janie. [Toronto, ON]: Doubleday Canada , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 B877 2020
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Brown, Janie
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Doubleday Canada
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
xxii, 282 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Philosophy
Terminally Ill
Attitude to Death
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780385694735
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 B877 2020
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

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Finding the still point : music for healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20659
Washburn, John. [Vancouver, BC?]: Grouse Records , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 V223 2006 v.1
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Washburn, John
Corporate Author
Vancouver Chamber Choir
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Grouse Records
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
60 minutes
Series
Music for healing
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Mental Healing
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Music
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 V223 2006 v.1

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Pink notes : a raw and honest account of a young woman's journey to find beauty, hope, and healing while peeling back the layers of cancer.

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog119966
Savi-Cannon, Jackie. [United States]: JSC Lifestyle Management , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 S267 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Savi-Cannon, Jackie
Place of Publication
[United States]
Publisher
JSC Lifestyle Management
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
xv, 173 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Life Change Events
Adaptation, Psychological
Survivors
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780981109305
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 S267 2008

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Cancer with hope : facing illness, embracing life, and finding purpose

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124314
Armstrong, Mike, Vohr, Eric A. Baltimore, MD: Johns Hopkins University Press , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 A735c 2021
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
"Author Armstrong was the former chairman of the board of trustees of Johns Hopkins Medicine, former chairman of several large corporations, and a survivor of two types of cancer. This work is a memoir that stresses the therapeutic value of hope. The author's personal story is supplemented with int…
Author
Armstrong, Mike
Vohr, Eric A.
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
x, 150 pages : map ; 22 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Hope
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
"Author Armstrong was the former chairman of the board of trustees of Johns Hopkins Medicine, former chairman of several large corporations, and a survivor of two types of cancer. This work is a memoir that stresses the therapeutic value of hope. The author's personal story is supplemented with interview data that round out the perspectives on surviving cancer. The book ends with listed resources for further information." -- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781421440187
1421440180
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 A735c 2021

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Option B : facing adversity, building resilience, and finding joy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120298
Sandberg, Sheryl, Grant, Adam. New York, NY: Alfred A. Knopf , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 S194 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Sandberg, Sheryl
Grant, Adam
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
226 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Loss
Bereavement
Adaptation, Psychological
Resilience, Psychological
Life Change Events
Family Relations
Spouses
Widowhood
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781524732684
1524732680
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 S194 2017

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Breast cancer legacy : your family history, your future

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15586
Murphy, Beth, Santos, Jody, Baxter, Meredith. New York, NY: Principle Pictures, Inc. , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 B828m 2004
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Murphy, Beth
Santos, Jody
Baxter, Meredith
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Principle Pictures, Inc.
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
50 minutes
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - diagnosis
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Breast Neoplasms
Patients
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 B828m 2004

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Crazy sexy cancer : a story about looking for a cure, and finding a life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16109
Carr, Kris, Fassett, Brian, Nathanson, Beth. New York, NY: Gaiam , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C311c 2007
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
25 minute healing yoga routine and guided relaxation with instructor Rodney Yee; Ways to find your om; Get juiced - in the kitchen with Kris; Simple detox methods; Deleted scenes and extended interviews
Alternate Title
Crazy sexy cancer
Author
Carr, Kris
Fassett, Brian
Nathanson, Beth
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Gaiam
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
90 minutes
Subjects
Neoplasms
Female
Women's Health
Women
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Survivors - psychology
Mental Healing
Spiritual Healing
Mind-Body and Relaxation Techniques
Complementary Therapies
Diet
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
Abstract
25 minute healing yoga routine and guided relaxation with instructor Rodney Yee
Ways to find your om
Get juiced - in the kitchen with Kris
Simple detox methods
Deleted scenes and extended interviews
ISBN
9780766235564
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C311c 2007

Copies

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Meditations for enhancing your immune system : strengthen your body's ability to heal

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14905
Siegel, Bernie S. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc. , 1992.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 S572me 1992
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Siegel, Bernie S
Place of Publication
Carlsbad, CA
Publisher
Hay House, Inc.
Publication Date
1992
Subjects
Relaxation Techniques
Mental Healing
Imagery
Popular Work
ISBN
1561705349
Language
English
Material Type
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Call Number
QZ266 S572me 1992

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