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Diagnosis : cancer : your guide to the first months of healthy survivorship

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Harpham, Wendy Schlessel. New York, NY: W.W. Norton & Co., Inc. , 2003. expanded and updated ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H295 2003
Availability
2 copies, 1 available
Guides patients through the frightening first few months after diagnosis and discusses ways to cope with treatments both emotionally and physically. Uses questions and answer format.
Author
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel
Edition
expanded and updated ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
W.W. Norton & Co., Inc.
Publication Date
2003
Subjects
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
Guides patients through the frightening first few months after diagnosis and discusses ways to cope with treatments both emotionally and physically. Uses questions and answer format.
ISBN
0393324605
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H295 2003

Copies

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Book of Rita's living

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Koerber, Rita. Robson, B.C.: Bear Grass Press , 1990.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 K78 1990
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Koerber, Rita
Editor
Templeton, Edith
Place of Publication
Robson, B.C.
Publisher
Bear Grass Press
Publication Date
1990
Subjects
Neoplasms
Autobiography
Popular Work
ISBN
0921097247
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ200 K78 1990

Copies

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My daddy's cancer : an interactive book for children

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Cohen, Cindy Klein, Gordon, Michael J. Bloomfield Hills, MI: Promise Pub , c1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C678 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Cohen, Cindy Klein
Gordon, Michael J
Place of Publication
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Publisher
Promise Pub
Publication Date
c1999
Physical Description
1 v. (unpaged) : ill. ; 28 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms
Father-Child Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
Infant
Child
Juvenile Literature
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC
ISBN
0965649814
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C678 1999

Copies

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Chicken soup for the surviving soul : 101 stories of courage and inspiration from those who have survived cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog436
Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc. , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C533 1996
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Alternate Title
Chicken soup for the surviving soul : 101 healing stories of courage and inspiration
Chicken soup for the surviving soul : 101 healing stories about those who have survived cancer
Editor
Canfield, Jack
Place of Publication
Deerfield Beach, FL
Publisher
Health Communications, Inc.
Publication Date
1996
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms
Survivors
Social Support
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
ISBN
9781558744028
1558744029
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C533 1996

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Building collaborative communities for cross cultural cancer research and care : proceedings and recommendations from the first National Workshop on Cross Cultural Cancer Research and Care held in Vancouver, British Columbia, February 20th and 21st, 2004

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13631
National Workshop on Cross Cultural Cancer Research and Care (1st : 2004 February 20-21 : Vancouver, B.C.). [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2004.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WM61 N278 2004
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Corporate Author
National Workshop on Cross Cultural Cancer Research and Care (1st : 2004 February 20-21 : Vancouver, B.C.)
Editor
Baroetavena, Maria C
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
86 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Cross-Cultural Comparison
Neoplasms
Patients
ISBN
1896624146
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
VC Library Archives
Surrey Library
Victoria Library
Kelowna Library
Call Number
WM61 N278 2004

Copies

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Cancer is a word, not a sentence : a practical guide to help you through the first few weeks

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14564
Buckman, Robert. [Toronto, ON]: Key Porter Books , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 B925c 2006
Availability
11 copies, 11 available
A practical guide written for people who have just been diagnosed with cancer. It aims to help them and their loved ones make sense of what happens next and to plan a course of action. Includes information about tests, the stages of the disease, treatment options and follow-up.
Author
Buckman, Robert
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Key Porter Books
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
280 p. : 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms
Popular Work
Abstract
A practical guide written for people who have just been diagnosed with cancer. It aims to help them and their loved ones make sense of what happens next and to plan a course of action. Includes information about tests, the stages of the disease, treatment options and follow-up.
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 (F0002037)
ISBN
1552636992
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 B925c 2006

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Understanding cancer : from basics to therapeutics

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123715
London, UK: Academic Press , 2022.
Audience
Professional
r
  1 read online  
Editor
Jain, Buddhi
Pandey, Shweta
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Academic Press
Publication Date
2022
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Neoplasms
Popular Work
Abstract
r
ISBN
9780323998833
9780323983969
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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Caring for the caregiver : support for cancer caregivers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18369
National Cancer Institute. [Bethesda, MD]: National Cancer Institute , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 N278c 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
National Cancer Institute
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
National Cancer Institute
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
15 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms
Caregivers - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Social Support
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ200 N278c 2007
Read Online

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Perfection of hope : a journey back from cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16289
Simpson, Elizabeth. [Victoria, BC?]: Emdash Publishing , 2008. 2nd ed. rev. and expanded.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 S611 2008
Availability
4 copies, 3 available
Author
Simpson, Elizabeth
Edition
2nd ed. rev. and expanded
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Emdash Publishing
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
xvi, 238 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Hope
Neoplasms
Lung Neoplasms
Spirituality
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780978018206
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 S611 2008

Copies

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It's not about the bike : my journey back to life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog2262
Armstrong, Lance, Jenkins, Sally. New York, NY: G.P. Putnam's Sons | Yellow Jersey Press , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 A736 2000
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
Author
Armstrong, Lance
Jenkins, Sally
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
G.P. Putnam's Sons
Yellow Jersey Press
Publication Date
2000
Physical Description
289 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms
Testicular Neoplasms
Biography
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
0399146113
0224060872
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 A736 2000

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ABCs of cancer : separating the facts from the myths

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122859
Asare-Werehene, Meshach. Hackensack, NJ: World Scientific , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Author
Asare-Werehene, Meshach
Place of Publication
Hackensack, NJ
Publisher
World Scientific
Publication Date
2020
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9789811212260
9789811212277
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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Cancer and aging : from bench to clinics

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21021
Basel: Karger , 2013.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ200 C215e 2013
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Extermann, Martine
Place of Publication
Basel
Publisher
Karger
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
viii, 169 p. : ill. : 26 cm.
Series
Interdisciplinary topics in gerontology 38
Subjects
Neoplasms
Aging
Aged
Health Services for the Aged
ISBN
9783318023060
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Victoria Library
Call Number
QZ200 C215e 2013

Copies

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Learn to live through cancer : what you need to know and do

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20132
Fleishman, Stewart B. New York, NY: Demos Health , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 F596 2011
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
  1 read online  
Author
Fleishman, Stewart B
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Demos Health
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
xiii, 348 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
ebrary books for public
Subjects
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Survivors
Popular Work
ISBN
9781936303083
9781617050626
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ201 F596 2011
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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Problem with hair : a story for children who are learning about cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13360
Foss, Karen Sue, Wilda, Steve. Omaha, NE: Centering Corporation , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 F751 1996
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
All the kids in the neighborhood, unhappy with their hair color and styles, envy Louella, who has lost her hair from undergoing medical treatment.
Author
Foss, Karen Sue
Wilda, Steve
Place of Publication
Omaha, NE
Publisher
Centering Corporation
Publication Date
1996
Subjects
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Hair
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
All the kids in the neighborhood, unhappy with their hair color and styles, envy Louella, who has lost her hair from undergoing medical treatment.
ISBN
1561230095
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 F751 1996

Copies

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When someone you love has cancer : a guide to help kids cope

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Lewis, Alaric. St. Meinrad, IN: Abbey Press , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 L673 2005
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
A picture book which explains what cancer is, what some words mean, and talks about the different feelings a child might have; This book will help kids cope with the presence of cancer in their lives.
Author
Lewis, Alaric
Place of Publication
St. Meinrad, IN
Publisher
Abbey Press
Publication Date
2005
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms
Family
Child
Adaptation, Psychological
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
A picture book which explains what cancer is, what some words mean, and talks about the different feelings a child might have
This book will help kids cope with the presence of cancer in their lives.
ISBN
0870293958
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 L673 2005

Copies

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Caregiver's guide to cancer : compassionate advice for caring for you and your loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124322
Landes, Victoria. Emeryville, CA: Rockridge Press , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 L256 2021
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
"Looking after someone with cancer can be complex, overwhelming, and emotionally draining all at once. As a caregiver, you may also overlook your own well-being while you focus on your loved one. This book empowers you to be an attentive, thoughtful, and compassionate caregiver for your friend or f…
Author
Landes, Victoria
Place of Publication
Emeryville, CA
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
ix, 166 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms
Caregivers - psychology
Self Care - methods
Patients - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
"Looking after someone with cancer can be complex, overwhelming, and emotionally draining all at once. As a caregiver, you may also overlook your own well-being while you focus on your loved one. This book empowers you to be an attentive, thoughtful, and compassionate caregiver for your friend or family member with cancer. You'll also find practical everyday advice for meeting your own physical and emotional needs while dealing with the unique challenges you face."-- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781648764196
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
QZ201 L256 2021

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There's no place like hope : a guide to beating cancer in mind-sized bites : a book of hope, help, and inspiration for cancer patients and their families

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10046
Girard, Vickie, Zadra, Dan. Lynwood, WA: Compendium, Inc. , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 G518 2001
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Author
Girard, Vickie
Zadra, Dan
Place of Publication
Lynwood, WA
Publisher
Compendium, Inc.
Publication Date
2001
Physical Description
xx, 161 p. ; 17 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Hope
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781888387414
1888387416
9781932319705
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 G518 2001

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Complete cancer survival guide : the most comprehensive, up-to-date guide for patients and their families ; with advice from dozens of leading cancer specialists at more than 30 major cancer centers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog1082
Teeley, Peter, Bashe, Philip. New York, NY: Doubleday , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 T258 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Teeley, Peter
Bashe, Philip
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Doubleday
Publication Date
2000
Subjects
Neoplasms
Popular Work
ISBN
9780385486057
0385486057
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 T258 2000

Copies

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Time for me : an activity book for kids when someone in the family has cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog701
Slakov, June, Rotholc, Sandra, Janes, Karen. Surrey, BC: BC Cancer Agency. Patient and Family Counselling Services , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S631 1999
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
A workbook for children.
Author
Slakov, June
Rotholc, Sandra
Janes, Karen
Place of Publication
Surrey, BC
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Patient and Family Counselling Services
Publication Date
1999
Subjects
Art Therapy
Neoplasms
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - psychology
Family
Infant
Child
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
A workbook for children.
ISBN
1896624022
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S631 1999

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Long live the queen : help for children who have a loved one with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121088
Gage, Patricia, Gage, Christopher J., Garnsworthy, Marlo. Highland CIty, FL: Rainbow Books, Inc. , 2018.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 G132 2018
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"Self-help for adults with cancer who are preparing for the first difficult discussion with their children or grandchildren. Included is a early reader or read-to children's fictional story to help illustrate children's coping skills"-- Provided by publisher.
Author
Gage, Patricia
Gage, Christopher J.
Garnsworthy, Marlo
Place of Publication
Highland CIty, FL
Publisher
Rainbow Books, Inc.
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
xiv, 117 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Emotional Adjustment
Parent-Child Relations
Family Relations
Child
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
"Self-help for adults with cancer who are preparing for the first difficult discussion with their children or grandchildren. Included is a early reader or read-to children's fictional story to help illustrate children's coping skills"-- Provided by publisher.
ISBN
9781568251981
156825198X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C5 G132 2018
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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