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Healing light

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20477
Lai, Louise, Smith, Elisabeth, Ho, Alfred, Hung, Kam. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 L185 2011
Availability
12 copies, 12 available
This CD offers relaxation and guided imagery of a healing light set to Asian music. The narration is in Cantonese.
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Alternate Title
Healing light / sleep
Author
Lai, Louise
Smith, Elisabeth
Ho, Alfred
Hung, Kam
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2011
Subjects
Relaxation Therapy
Sleep
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Music Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
This CD offers relaxation and guided imagery of a healing light set to Asian music. The narration is in Cantonese.
Notes
Streaming audio available at SoundCloud.com
Language
Chinese-Cantonese
Material Type
Audio
CD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ266 L185 2011
Website Notes
This CD is available for streaming from SoundCloud.com
Read Online
https://soundcloud.com/phsabc/bc-cancer-the-healing-light-track-1-the-healing-light
https://soundcloud.com/phsabc/bc-cancer-the-healing-light-track-2-sleep

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Integrative strategies for cancer patients : a practical resource for managing the side effects of cancer therapy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20139
Ladas, Elena, Kelly, Kara M. Hackensack, NJ: World Scientific Publishing , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 L153 2012
Availability
3 copies, 2 available
Table of contents:; The Role of Complementary Medicine and Cancer Treatment -- Communicating with Your Medical Team -- How To Use This Book -- Descriptions of Complementary Medicine Therapies -- Aromatherapy -- Chinese Medicine and Acupressure -- Herbal Teas -- Homeopathy -- Massage -- Nutrition …
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Author
Ladas, Elena
Kelly, Kara M
Place of Publication
Hackensack, NJ
Publisher
World Scientific Publishing
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xii, 304 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - complications
Antineoplastic Agents - adverse effects
Radiotherapy - adverse effects
Complementary Therapies - methods
Integrative Medicine - methods
Handbooks
Abstract
Table of contents:
The Role of Complementary Medicine and Cancer Treatment -- Communicating with Your Medical Team -- How To Use This Book -- Descriptions of Complementary Medicine Therapies -- Aromatherapy -- Chinese Medicine and Acupressure -- Herbal Teas -- Homeopathy -- Massage -- Nutrition -- Reflexology -- Supplements (Nutrition, Herbal) -- Visual Imagery -- Yoga -- Cancer Associated Side Effects -- Anxiety & Stress -- Chemo Brain -- Constipation -- Depression -- Diarrhea -- Dry Mouth -- Fatigue -- Headache -- Hot Flashes -- Immune Suppression -- Insomnia -- Loss of Appetite -- Loss of Libido -- Lymphedema -- Mouth Sores -- Nausea & Vomiting -- Pain -- Peripheral Neuropathy -- Radiation Burns -- Shortness of Breath -- Urinary Retention and Incontinence -- Appendices -- Appendix A Acupressure Point Instruction and Illustrations -- Appendix B Anatomical Muscle Reference Model -- Appendix C Reflexology Foot and Hand Reference Charts -- Appendix D Yoga Instruction and Illustrations -- Appendix E Glycemic Index -- Appendix F High Fiber Food Sources -- Appendix G Managing Food Portions -- Appendix H References -- Appendix I Resources -- Appendix J Metric Conversion Table.
Notes
Previously catalogued with title, Integrative strategies for cancer patients : a practical guide for managing the side effects of cancer therapy
ISBN
9789814313230
9789814313247
9789814383967
9814313238
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 L153 2012
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.
Read Online
http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=426437

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Non-malignant brain tumour handbook

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124778
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada. London, ON: Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada , 2016. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL358 N813 2016
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
The non-malignant brain tumour handbook is written for a patient's perspective, but is a tool for anyone affected by a brain tumour diagnosis including loved ones and family members.
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Editor
Sahgal, Arjun
Imran, S. Ali
Pantalone, Monika
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
London, ON
Publisher
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
vii, 52 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Brain Neoplasms
Neuroma, Acoustic
Handbooks
Popular Work
Abstract
The non-malignant brain tumour handbook is written for a patient's perspective, but is a tool for anyone affected by a brain tumour diagnosis including loved ones and family members.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL358 N813 2016
Website Notes
Copies of the handbook may be ordered online.
Read Online
https://www.braintumour.ca/facing-a-brain-tumour/living-with-a-brain-tumour/patient-handbook/

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Mindfulness-based stress reduction

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21053
Greenshields, David. Kelowna, BC: BC Cancer Agency. Cancer Centre for the Southern Interior. Patient and Family Counselling Services , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 G815 2013
Availability
14 copies, 14 available
Track 1: Body scan (35:40) minutes; Track 2: Guided sitting meditation (43:03) minutes
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Alternate Title
MBSR
Author
Greenshields, David
Place of Publication
Kelowna, BC
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Cancer Centre for the Southern Interior. Patient and Family Counselling Services
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
79 minutes
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
Mind-Body Therapies
Relaxation Therapy
Meditation - methods
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Popular Work
Abstract
Track 1: Body scan (35:40) minutes
Track 2: Guided sitting meditation (43:03) minutes
Notes
Streaming audio available at SoundCloud.com
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ266 G815 2013
Website Notes
This CD is available for streaming at SoundCloud.com
Read Online
https://soundcloud.com/phsabc/bc-cancer-mindfulness-meditation-body-scan
https://soundcloud.com/phsabc/bc-cancer-mindfulness-meditation-guided-sitting-meditation

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Nature of healing and the healing program

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21214
Rutledge, Rob, Walker, Timothy. Halifax, NS: Healing and Cancer Foundation , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 H434n 2013 v.1-9
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
This 9-DVD educational set is meant to be a resource for women and family members affected by breast cancer. The first DVD of the set contains a 45 minute documentary called "The Nature of Healing" which was filmed at a "Skills for Healing" weekend retreat in Nova Scotia in 2012. Also on this dis…
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Alternate Title
Healing program
Author
Rutledge, Rob
Walker, Timothy
Corporate Author
Healing and Cancer Foundation
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
Healing and Cancer Foundation
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
9 videodiscs (652 minutes) + 1 study guide.
Subjects
Mind-Body Therapies
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Self-Help Groups
Breathing Exercises
Meditation
Relaxation Therapy
Spirituality
Group Processes
Adaptation, Psychological
Canada
Popular Work
Abstract
This 9-DVD educational set is meant to be a resource for women and family members affected by breast cancer. The first DVD of the set contains a 45 minute documentary called "The Nature of Healing" which was filmed at a "Skills for Healing" weekend retreat in Nova Scotia in 2012. Also on this disk is a lecture entitled "Complete breast cancer care" an oncologist's view of how to get the best care from the medical system and how women can do to empower themselves at levels of body, mind and spirit. The remaining 8-DVD's comprise a complete video from another weekend retreat including all the lectures, exercises, and group discussions. Available at: www.healingandcancer.org
Nature of healing documentary and complete breast cancer care lecture (45 minutes)
Booklet titled "Healing program : study guide"
The Healing Program : DVD 1 : Opening circle (63 minutes)
The Healing Program : DVD 2 : Empowering the body (55 minutes)
The Healing Program : DVD 3: Power of mindfulness (78 minutes)
The Healing Program : DVD 4: Stress and the relaxation response (85 minutes)
The Healing Program : DVD 5: Reframing difficult thoughts with insight and kindness : Part 1 (78 minutes)
The Healing Program : DVD 6: Reframing difficult thoughts with insight and kindness : Part 2 (71 minutes)
The Healing Program : DVD 7: Working with fears and hopes (98 minutes)
The Healing Program : DVD 8: Closing Circle (79 minutes)
ISBN
9780986546518
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 H434n 2013 v.1-9
Website Notes
Expanded version of the booklet
Read Online
http://www.healingandcancer.org/healing-program

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Brain tumour caregiver handbook : a guide to what it means to be a caregiver, what to expect, and how to manage

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122222
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada. London, ON: Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada , 2019.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL358 B814 2019
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Place of Publication
London, ON
Publisher
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
v, 41 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Brain Neoplasms
Caregivers
Self Care
Handbooks
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WL358 B814 2019
Website Notes
Copies of the handbook may be ordered online.
Read Online
https://www.braintumour.ca/care-support/caregiver-corner/

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Managing stress while living with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120945
BC Cancer Agency, Patient and Family Counselling Services, Psychosocial Oncology Program. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2018.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 M266 2018
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
Part I (12:19); Part II Body Scan (8:54)
More Information
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Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency
Patient and Family Counselling Services
Psychosocial Oncology Program
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
1 videodisc (12:19 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Subjects
Stress, Psychological
Neoplasms - psychology
Relaxation Therapy
Relaxation Therapy - methods
Meditation
Mindfulness
Coping
Abstract
Part I (12:19)
Part II Body Scan (8:54)
Language
English
Chinese-Traditional
Chinese-Simplified
Punjabi
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
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ266 M266 2018
Website Notes
Translations of Part I in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese and Punjabi are available at website. Part II Body Scan is available online.
Read Online
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/health-info/coping-with-cancer/emotional-support/managing-stress
http://media.phsa.ca/home/iframe?url=BCCA/Managing_stress_while_living_with_cancer_20180808
http://media.phsa.ca/home/iframe?url=BCCA/Body_Scan_Vid_Updated_20190131

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Non-malignant brain tumour handbook

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114280
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada. London, ON: Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada , 2014. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL358 N813 2014
Availability
8 copies, 8 available
The non-malignant brain tumour handbook is written for a patient's perspective, but is a tool for anyone affected by a brain tumour diagnosis including loved ones and family members.
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Editor
Sahgal, Arjun
Imran, S. Ali
Pantalone, Monika
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
London, ON
Publisher
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
vii, 52 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Brain Neoplasms
Neuroma, Acoustic
Handbooks
Popular Work
Abstract
The non-malignant brain tumour handbook is written for a patient's perspective, but is a tool for anyone affected by a brain tumour diagnosis including loved ones and family members.
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL358 N813 2014
Website Notes
Copies of the handbook may be ordered online.
Read Online
https://www.braintumour.ca/facing-a-brain-tumour/living-with-a-brain-tumour/patient-handbook/

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Heartmindfulness : a guided meditation

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18128
Sample, Sarah, Foran, Sydney, Flood, Karen, Nicholson, Kathryn. [Vancouver, BC?]: British Columbia Cancer Agency, Vancouver Centre , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 H436s 2009
Availability
20 copies, 20 available
This CD encourages listeners to deepen their awareness, discover; innate wisdom and find new ways of seeing in order to participate; more fully in their lives. Mindfulness includes qualities of gentleness,; openness, letting go, patience and loving kindness. It focuses on; embracing the present mom…
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Alternate Title
Heart mindfulness : a guided meditation
Author
Sample, Sarah
Foran, Sydney
Flood, Karen
Nicholson, Kathryn
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
British Columbia Cancer Agency, Vancouver Centre
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
40 minutes
Subjects
Relaxation Therapy
Meditation
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Music Therapy
Popular Work
Abstract
This CD encourages listeners to deepen their awareness, discover
innate wisdom and find new ways of seeing in order to participate
more fully in their lives. Mindfulness includes qualities of gentleness,
openness, letting go, patience and loving kindness. It focuses on
embracing the present moment as the only time we have to perceive
and learn and grow.
Breath work
Body scan
Affirmations/imagery
Loving kindness
Notes
Streaming audio available at SoundCloud.com
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ266 H436s 2009
Website Notes
This CD is available for streaming from SoundCloud.com
Read Online
https://soundcloud.com/phsabc/bc-cancer-heartmindfulness-a-guided-meditation

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