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Pandora's DNA : tracing the breast cancer genes through history, science, and one family tree

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114187
Stark, Lizzie. Chicago, IL: Chicago Review Press , 2014.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 S795 2014
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Stark, Lizzie
Place of Publication
Chicago, IL
Publisher
Chicago Review Press
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
324 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - history
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Mastectomy - history
Genetic Screening
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Genes, BRCA1
Genes, BRCA2
Personal Narratives
Autobiography
Popular Work
ISBN
9781613748602
1613748604
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 S795 2014

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Apron strings : inheriting courage, wisdom and...breast cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19835
Greene, Diane Tropea. Highland CIty, FL: Rainbow Books, Inc. , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 G799a 2007
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Author
Greene, Diane Tropea
Place of Publication
Highland CIty, FL
Publisher
Rainbow Books, Inc.
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
xii, 135 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome
Family Relations
Genetic Predisposition to Disease - psychology
Autobiography
Popular Work
ISBN
9781568251080
1568251084
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 G799a 2007

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Confronting hereditary breast and ovarian cancer : identify your risk, understand your options, change your destiny

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20413
Friedman, Sue, Sutphen, Rebecca, Steligo, Kathy. Baltimore, MD: Johns Hopkins University Press , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 F911 2012
Availability
8 copies, 8 available
Author
Friedman, Sue
Sutphen, Rebecca
Steligo, Kathy
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xix, 261 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Series
Johns Hopkins Press health book
Subjects
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Ovarian Neoplasms - genetics
Neoplasms - etiology
Genetic Counseling
Genetic Testing
Genes, BRCA1
Genes, BRCA2
Risk Factors
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781421404080
1421404087
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 F911 2012

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Hereditary breast cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15977
New York, NY: Informa Healthcare , 2008.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WP870 H542i 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Isaacs, Claudine
Rebbeck, Timothy R
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Informa Healthcare
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
xiii, 384 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Genetic Screening
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Neoplastic Syndromes, Hereditary
ISBN
9780849390227
0849390222
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 H542i 2008

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I get to keep my vagina, don't I? : pregnant with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20553
Farmer-Shave, Christa L. , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 F234 2011
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Farmer-Shave, Christa L
Publication Date
2011
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Pregnancy
Breast Neoplasms
Survivors
Autobiography
ISBN
9781257791736
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 F234 2011

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CaN'Tswer : how I couldn't...what I found

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19910
Thanh, David. [Vancouver, BC?]: PocketBunny Productions , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 T367 2008
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Ten years after his leukemia diagnosis, Ryan is a survivor who is reluctant to take risks and move forward with his life. The opportunity to take a backpacking trip through the Andes Mountains changes him and his perception of his cancer experience from one of Survivor to Thriver.
Author
Thanh, David
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
PocketBunny Productions
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
16 minutes
Subjects
Leukemia
Leukemia - psychology
Survivors - psychology
Life Change Events
Young Adult
Autobiography
Abstract
Ten years after his leukemia diagnosis, Ryan is a survivor who is reluctant to take risks and move forward with his life. The opportunity to take a backpacking trip through the Andes Mountains changes him and his perception of his cancer experience from one of Survivor to Thriver.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 T367 2008

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Previvors : facing the breast cancer gene and making life-changing decisions

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19836
Port, Dina Roth. New York, NY: Avery , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 P839 2010
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Author
Port, Dina Roth
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Avery
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xiii, 267 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Breast Neoplasms - prevention & control
Risk Factors
Mastectomy
Ovarian Neoplasms - genetics
Genes, BRCA1
Genes, BRCA2
Genetic Testing
Decision Making
Popular Work
ISBN
9781583334058
158333405X
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 P839 2010

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The choice : embrace the impossible

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123391
Eger, Edith Eva. New York, NY: Scribner , 2018.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172.5 E43 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Eger, Edith Eva
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Scribner
Publication Date
2018
Subjects
Stress disorders, Post-traumatic - therapy
Survivors - psychology
Holocaust
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781501130793
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM172.5 E43 2018

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If I knew then what I know now : the clarity that comes with cancer and age

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20192
Cole, Carol Ann. East Lawrencetown, NS: Pottersfield Press , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 C689 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Cole, Carol Ann
Place of Publication
East Lawrencetown, NS
Publisher
Pottersfield Press
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
205 p, ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Social Support
Adaptation, Psychological
Canada
Autobiography
ISBN
9781897426128
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 C689 2009

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Adaptive oncogenesis : a new understanding of how cancer evolves inside us

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121345
DeGregori, James. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press , 2018.
Audience
Professional
Table of contents:; The evolution of lifespans and disease avoidance -- Understanding evolution at organismal and somatic levels -- The evolution of multicellularity and tumor suppression -- Mechanisms of tumor suppression -- Dominant views on the mechanisms of oncogenesis -- Adaptive oncogenesis -…
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Author
DeGregori, James
Place of Publication
Cambridge, MA
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Publication Date
2018
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Carcinogenesis
Neoplastic Processes
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - genetics
Abstract
Table of contents:
The evolution of lifespans and disease avoidance -- Understanding evolution at organismal and somatic levels -- The evolution of multicellularity and tumor suppression -- Mechanisms of tumor suppression -- Dominant views on the mechanisms of oncogenesis -- Adaptive oncogenesis -- Limiting somatic evolution in youth -- Changing adaptive landscapes with aging -- Changing adaptive landscapes with carcinogenic exposures -- Tissue architecture and tumor suppression -- Peto?s paradox -- Prolonging tissue maintenance to delay aging and cancer -- Understanding clinical data from an evolutionary perspective -- The causes of cancer in early childhood -- Evolution-informed strategies to combat cancer -- A new framework for understanding and controlling cancer.
ISBN
9780674545397
9780674985964
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This EBSCO title is licensed for one BC Cancer staff user at a time only. Authentication via HealthBC sign in required. Use your BC Cancer staff username and ID when prompted.
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Reflections of a woman : my memoir of breast cancer : loss, love and laughter

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20884
Tugnette, Lisa. Kingston, ON: Lisa Tugnette | Reflections of a Woman , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 T915 2007 v.1-4
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Tugnette, Lisa
Place of Publication
Kingston, ON
Publisher
Lisa Tugnette
Reflections of a Woman
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
4 CD's.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Autobiography
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 T915 2007 v.1-4

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Daughter of family G : a memoir of cancer genes, love and fate

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123800
McKay, Ami. Toronto, ON: Alfred A. Knopf Canada , 2019.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ210 M478 2019
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
McKay, Ami
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf Canada
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
xvii, 299 p. : ill. ; 24 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - genetics
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Lynch Syndrome II
Genetic Testing
Neoplastic Syndromes, Hereditary
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780345809469
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ210 M478 2019

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Waiting for cancer to come : women's experiences with genetic testing and medical decision making for breast and ovarian cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120171
Hesse-Biber, Sharlene. Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press , 2014.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Author
Hesse-Biber, Sharlene
Place of Publication
Ann Arbor, MI
Publisher
University of Michigan Press
Publication Date
2014
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Genetic Testing
Genes, BRCA1
Genes, BRCA2
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome
Decision Making
Women's Health
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Ovarian Neoplasms - psychology
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780472052196
9780472120352
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 to obtain a username and password from the Library.
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Understanding BRCA : living with the breast cancer gene

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120470
Foster, Clarissa. London, UK: Hammersmith Health Books , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 F754 2017
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Author
Foster, Clarissa
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Hammersmith Health Books
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
xviii, 325 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome
Genes, BRCA1
Genes, BRCA2
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - psychology
Genetic Counseling
Genetic Testing
Genetic Carrier Screening
Risk Factors
Risk Reduction Behavior
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781781611203
1781611203
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 F754 2017
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Rudnick, Joanna. New York, NY: First Run Features , 2008. closed captioned version.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 R916 2008
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
At 31, filmmaker Joanna Rudnick faces an impossible decision: remove her breasts and ovaries or risk incredible odds of developing cancer. Armed with a genetic test result that leaves her vulnerable and confused, she balances dreams of having her own children with the unnerving reality that she is …
Author
Rudnick, Joanna
Edition
closed captioned version
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
First Run Features
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
colour ; 83 minutes
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Genes, BRCA1
Ovarian Neoplasms - genetics
Genetic Screening - psychology
Genetic Counseling
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Fertility
Reproductive Behavior
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
At 31, filmmaker Joanna Rudnick faces an impossible decision: remove her breasts and ovaries or risk incredible odds of developing cancer. Armed with a genetic test result that leaves her vulnerable and confused, she balances dreams of having her own children with the unnerving reality that she is risking her life by holding on to her fertility.
In the Family follows Joanna as she connects with other women trying to navigate the unpredictable world of predictive genetic testing. Intensely personal and timely, this provocative film asks: How much do you sacrifice to survive?
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 R916 2008

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My partner has breast cancer : how can I help? : a parallel journey

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19718
BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M995a 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
18 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Spouses
Social Support
Popular Work
Notes
There was also an edition revised July 2012 which is online.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 M995a 2010
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My partner has breast cancer : how can I help? : a parallel journey

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15695
Alliance for Breast Cancer Information & Support, BC & Yukon. [Vancouver, BC?]: Alliance for Breast Cancer Information & Support, BC & Yukon , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M995a 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Corporate Author
Alliance for Breast Cancer Information & Support, BC & Yukon
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Alliance for Breast Cancer Information & Support, BC & Yukon
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Spouses
Social Support
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 M995a 2007

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Curing cancer : the story of the men and women unlocking the secrets of our deadliest illness

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog321
Waldholz, Michael. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ11 W164 1997
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Waldholz, Michael
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Publication Date
1997
Subjects
Oncogenes - history
Neoplasms - genetics - history
Genetic Research - history
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
ISBN
068484823
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ11 W164 1997

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Mommy has cancer : what I learned about cancer, and how I helped my mommy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124490
Stevenson Jr., Corey L. Meadville, PA: Christian Faith Publishing , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S847m 2020
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Stevenson Jr., Corey L.
Place of Publication
Meadville, PA
Publisher
Christian Faith Publishing
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
24 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms
Mother-Child Relations
Family Relations
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
Juvenile Literature
ISBN
9781098048693
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S847m 2020

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When my world was very small : a memoir of family, food, cancer and my couch

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19976
Rakoff, Ruth. [Toronto, ON]: Random House Canada , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 R162 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Rakoff, Ruth
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Random House Canada
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
215 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Family Relations
Autobiography
ISBN
9780307358172
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 R162 2010

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