Editor

Morishita, Shinichiro

Inoue, Junichiro

Nakano, Jiro

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer

Publication Date

2023

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Physical therapy modalities

Rehabilitation

Quality of Life

Abstract

"This collection of chapters describes in detail the physical therapy research in patients with various types of cancers to help medical professionals and physical therapists help improve the physical function, activity of daily living, quality of life, the survival rate in cancer patients and cancer survivors. It provides not only information on rehabilitation but details on physical therapy cancer research and research methods. The book provides practical skills to treat the patients and to create useful and effective physical therapy programs by giving step-by-step tutorials to help readers learn various techniques. Along with presenting an introduction to physical therapy of cance and new findings, the authors provide recommendations on each cancer therapy. Physical Therapy and Research in Patients with Cancer is aimed at physical therapists and student physical therapists. Undergraduate and postgraduate students also can use our book to understand the basics and get up-to-date information. By sharing the latest research with our readers, the book creates a foundation for further development in this field of study." -- Provided by publisher

ISBN

9789811967092

9789811967108

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Waldinger, Robert J.

Schulz, Marc S.

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Simon & Schuster

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

ix, 341 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Subjects

Happiness

Interpersonal Relations

Friends - psychology

Personal Satisfaction

Quality of Life

Popular Work

ISBN

9781982166694

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WB880 W163 2023

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Author

Kanarek, Robin Bennett

Place of Publication

Baltimore, MD

Publisher

Johns Hopkins University Press

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

209 p. ; 22 cm.

Series

Johns Hopkins Press health book

Subjects

Quality of Life

Palliative Care

Terminal Care

Adaptation, Psychological

Advance Care Planning

Caregivers - psychology

Popular Work

Abstract

This book was written to educate individuals diagnosed with a serious medical condition along with their loved ones about the importance of palliative care. The work outlines what palliative care is, provides communication strategies for getting the type of support and care that you want and need (and not just medications), outlines successful coping strategies, and discusses family dynamics, grieving, emotional support, and spirituality. Although palliative care is often associated with hospice and end-of-life planning, the author argues for a more expanded definition that includes improved quality of life at early as well as later stages of the disease process.

Notes

This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

ISBN

9781421445984

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Status

Processing

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WB310 K16 2023

Copies

Editor

Kassianos, Angelos P.

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer

Publication Date

2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Quality of Life

Neoplasms - epidemiology

Neoplasms - psychology

ISBN

9783030847029

9783030847012

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Quinn, Tallu Schuyler

Edition

1st ed.

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Convergent

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

xiii, 192 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm

Subjects

Attitude to Death

Brain Neoplasms

Life Change Events

Spirituality

Clergy

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Notes

"Many of the essays in this work originally appeared in slightly different form on Tallu Schuyler Quinn's blog in 2020 and 2021"-- WorldCat

ISBN

9780593442906

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

BF789 D4 Q7w 2022

Copies

Editor

Berger, Ann M

O'Neill, Joseph F.

Edition

5th ed.

Place of Publication

Philadelphia, PA

Publisher

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

xix, 1022 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - complications

Pain Management - methods

Palliative Care - methods

Quality of Life

ISBN

9781975143688

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Professional

Location

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Library

Victoria Library

Abbotsford Library

Call Number

WB310 P957b 2022

Copies

Author

Haig, Matt

Editor

.

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

Harper Avenue

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

x, 256 pages ; 18 cm

Subjects

Hope

Depression - prevention & control

Adaptation, Psychological

Life Change Events

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Abstract

"The Comfort Book is a collection of little islands of hope, a gathering of consolations and stories that give us new ways of seeing ourselves and the world. Matt Haig's mix of philosophy, memoir and self-reflection builds on the wisdom of philosophers and survivors through the ages, from Marcus Aurelius to Nellie Bly, from Emily Dickinson to James Baldwin. This is the book to pick up when you need the wisdom of a friend or the comfort of a hug, or just want to celebrate the messy miracle of being alive" -- Provided by publisher

ISBN

9781443464772

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WM171.5 H149c 2021

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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

Author

Poole, Catherine M

Guerry, DuPont

Flaherty, Keith

Wolchok, Jedd

Place of Publication

[North Charleston, SC]

Publisher

[CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform]

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

185 pages ; 23 cm

Subjects

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Skin Neoplasms - therapy

Melanoma - therapy

Skin Neoplasms

Abstract

"What's the difference between targeted therapy and immunotherapy? If you're a melanoma patient, you should know. Unfortunately, most melanoma literature focuses on prevention. Patients receive a terrifying, life-threatening diagnosis and subsequently find a scarcity of information on treatment options. Melanoma: Not Just Skin Cancer is the book to fill that void. Written by a melanoma survivor with extensive knowledge of breakthrough technologies, scientific research, clinical trials, and patient empowerment, it's a comprehensive guide to navigating melanoma treatment. Real-life success stories will inspire patients to fight for their own health and remind them that they are not alone. Catherine M. Poole survived a melanoma diagnosis twenty-five years ago. Yale University Press published her first book on this topic, Melanoma Prevention, Detection, and Treatment, in 1998 and a revised edition in 2005. Today, she's a noted expert on melanoma treatment and an advocate for research and patient empowerment"--Back cover

Notes

This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

ISBN

9798707090110

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WR500 P822 2021

Copies

Author

Scowcroft, Henry

Place of Publication

London, UK

Publisher

Green Tree

Publication Date

2021

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Abstract

When Henry Scowcroft's partner Zarah was diagnosed with stage IV bladder cancer in her mid-thirties, their world fell apart. In order to cope with the upheaval as they endured scans, aggressive chemotherapy and hospital stays, Henry began writing down and sharing their experiences with friends and family. His day job as a writer for the charity Cancer Research UK helped him to explain everything he was learning from the coalface of cancer treatment - including Zarah's diagnosis and their rollercoaster journey through the health system. After Zarah's untimely death Henry found some closure and comfort by trying to learn more about her cancer from scientific analysis of the test results and biopsies taken during her treatment and enlisted a team of doctors and researchers to help him. Could he have done more? How did Zarah's tumour develop? Could there be a legacy from her death that would help others diagnosed with cancer? This heart-wrenching memoir of love and loss is interspersed with Henry's mission to understand the cancer that took his partner too soon. -- Page 2 of cover

ISBN

9781472975126

9781472975133

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Vancouver Library

Call Number

QZ201 W432 2021

Website Notes

This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Author

Pearson, Judith L.

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Lincoln Square Books

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

xxii, 305 p. : ill ; 23 cm

Subjects

Neoplasms - history

Neoplasms - psychology

Survivorship

Advocacy

Social Change

Policy Making

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Abstract

In 1986, twenty-three men and women, all with a personal connection to cancer, came together for a weekend summit. Their goal was not to cure the disease, but to destroy its myths. The creation of the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) that weekend launched the cancer survivorship movement, and forever changed the definition of what it means to be a ?survivor.? Twelve years later it led to a march on Washington, D.C., of more than 200,000 people. Part medical history, part inspirational biography, From Shadows to Life is the story of a social movement that continues to improve life for millions.--Back cover.

Notes

This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

ISBN

9781947187122

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Call Number

QZ201 P361 2021

Copies

Alternate Title

Between 2 kingdoms

Between two kingdoms : what almost dying taught me about living

Author

Jaouad, Suleika

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Random House

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

x, 348 pages : map ; 21 cm

Subjects

Leukemia

Young Adult

Life Change Events

Journalism

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

9780593236994

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WH250 J35b 2021

Copies

Editor

Williams, Angela L.

Edition

3rd ed.

Place of Publication

Detroit, MI

Publisher

Omnigraphics

Publication Date

2020

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Health reference series

Subjects

Neoplasms - diagnosis

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Neoplasms - psychology

Cancer Survivors

Quality of Life

Popular Work

Abstract

Provides consumer health information about living with cancer after diagnosis, making cancer care decisions, coping with complications of treatment, and maintaining wellness after treatment. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

ISBN

9780780817845

9780780817852

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Website Notes

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Author

Bascaramurty, Dakshana

Place of Publication

[Toronto, ON]

Publisher

McClelland & Stewart

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

285 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm

Subjects

Attitude to Death

Melanoma

Life Change Events

Death and dying

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Abstract

"The moving, inspiring story of a young husband and father who, when diagnosed with terminal cancer at the age of thirty-three, sets out to build a legacy for his infant son...Powerful and unvarnished, drawing on her conversations with Layton, and his own writing, This Is Not the End of Me contains moments of great beauty and humour, and addresses the consequences of fearing death and what we can gain by accepting its inevitability, as well as reminding us of what it means to live."-- Provided by publisher

ISBN

9780771009631

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

BF789 D4 B298 2020

Copies

Alternate Title

Minority leader

Author

Abrams, Stacey

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Picador

Publication Date

2019

Physical Description

xxx, 226 p. ; 21 cm

Subjects

Leadership

Social Change

Political Activism

Personal Narratives

United States

Notes

"Previously published as Minority leader"-- Cover.

ISBN

9781250214805

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Professional

Location

Kelowna Library

Victoria Library

Call Number

WX159 A161a 2019

Copies

Alternate Title

Lap of honor

Author

Eirew, Gaby

Hawley, Pippa

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

Gaby Eirew and Dr Pippa Hawley

Publication Date

2019

Physical Description

204 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Attitude to Death

Quality of Life

Terminally Ill - psychology

Adaptation, Psychological

Advance Care Planning

Decision Making

Interpersonal Communication

Hospice Care

Guidebooks

ISBN

9781775181101

1775181103

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

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

BF789 D4 E35 2019

Copies

Editor

Fitzpatrick, Tanya R.

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer

Publication Date

2018

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Cancer Survivors

Quality of Life

Abstract

This multidisciplinary reference explores the concepts and realities of quality of life among cancer survivors in its physical, psychological, cognitive, social, and familial dimensions. Informed by a broad range of fields including genetics, psychiatry, nursing, dentistry, rehabilitation, and ethics, it addresses daily challenges of living for this population, from self-care to cultural concerns and from social interactions to experiences with providers. Family issues of pediatric, young adult, and elder survivors, caregiving parents, and siblings are a major area of concern. And contributors describe interventions for survivors as individuals, in family content, and as part of integrated care across primary and specialty settings. Included among the topics: Play, leisure activities, and cognitive health among older cancer survivors. Genetic mutations in cancer susceptibility genes: a family history of cancer. Cancer patients in a pediatric intensive care unit: a single center experience. The impact of childhood cancer on the quality of life among healthy siblings. When cancer returns: family caregivers and the hospice team. Experiencing cancer services: a story of survival and dissatisfaction. A significant addition to the cancer survivorship literature, Quality of Life Among Cancer Survivors is a practice-building resource for oncology and allied health professionals, health psychologists, and social workers, as well as researchers in these fields.

ISBN

9783319752228

9783319752235

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Editor

Feuerstein, Michael

Nekhlyudov, Larissa

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer

Publication Date

2018

Physical Description

xv, 419 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Quality of Life

Survivors

Adaptation, Psychological

ISBN

9783319774305

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Professional

Location

Vancouver Library

Call Number

QZ200 H236f 2018

Copies

Author

Bowler, Kate

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Random House

Publication Date

2018

Physical Description

xviii, 178 p. ; 20 cm.

Subjects

Attitude to Death

Bereavement

Loss

Love

Uncertainty

Adaptation, Psychological

Colorectal Neoplasms - psychology

Family Relations

Christianity

Life Change Events

Personal Narratives

Autobiography

Popular Work

Notes

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ISBN

9780399592065

9780399592089

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

BF789 D4 B787 2018

Copies

Editor

Jones, Keith

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

Detroit, MI

Publisher

Omnigraphics

Publication Date

2017

Series

Health reference series

EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects

Cancer Survivors

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Neoplasms - therapy

Quality of Life

Adaptation, Psychological

Popular Work

Abstract

Cancer survivorship sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the physical, educational, emotional, social, and financial needs of cancer patients from diagnosis, through cancer treatment, and beyond, including facts about researching specific types of cancer and learning about clinical trials and treatment options, and featuring tips for coping with the side effects of cancer treatments and adjusting to life after cancer treatment concludes ; along with suggestions for caregivers, friends, and family members of cancer patients, a glossary of cancer care terms, and directories of related resources

Table of contents:

Part I If Your Doctor Says It's Cancer -- Part II Making Treatment and Cancer Care Decisions -- Part III Clinical Trials and Cancer Research Updates -- Part IV Coping with Side Effects and Complications of Cancer Treatment -- Part V Emotional, Cognitive, and Mental Health Issues in Cancer Care -- Part VI Maintaining Wellness during and after Cancer Treatment -- Part VII Information for Friends, Family Members, and Caregivers -- Part VIII Additional Help and Information

ISBN

9780780815490

9780780815506

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Website Notes

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