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Surgical palliative care : a resident's guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21113
Chicago, IL: American College of Surgeons , 2009.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  2 read online  
Editor
Dunn, Geoffrey P
Martensen, Robert
Weissman, David
Place of Publication
Chicago, IL
Publisher
American College of Surgeons
Publication Date
2009
Subjects
Palliative Care - methods
Surgical Procedures, Operative - methods
Pain
Education, Medical, Graduate
Physician-Patient Relations
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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http://www.facs.org/palliativecare/publications.html
http://www.facs.org/palliativecare/surgicalpalliativecareresidents.pdf
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Evaluating patient satisfaction in the care of ulcerating metastatic skin lesions

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog7041
Upright, Cheryl Ann. [Vancouver, BC?]: Cheryl Ann Upright , 1990.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WY154.5 U68 1990
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Upright, Cheryl Ann
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Cheryl Ann Upright
Publication Date
1990
Subjects
Skin Manifestations - nursing
Skin Neoplasms - secondary - nursing
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Thesis
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
WY154.5 U68 1990
Read Online
https://circle.ubc.ca/handle/2429/28800

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Getting ready for breast surgery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21721
Blades, Jan. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2013. rev ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Blades, Jan
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Breast Tumour Group
Edition
rev ed.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2013
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Mastectomy
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Preoperative Care
Postoperative Care
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/patient-and-public-info-site/Documents/Getting_Ready_for_Breast_Surgery_2013.pdf
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Patient-centered communication in cancer care : promoting healing and reducing suffering

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16503
Epstein, Ronald M, Street, Richard L. [Bethesda, MD]: National Cancer Institute , 2007.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ266 E64 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
  2 read online  
Author
Epstein, Ronald M
Street, Richard L
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
National Cancer Institute
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
xiii, 203 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Series
NIH publication # 07-6225
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Medical Oncology
Patient-Centered Care
Oncology Nursing
Neoplasms - therapy
Counseling - methods
Professional-Patient Relations
Communication
Patient Education as Topic
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Victoria Library
Internet
Call Number
QZ266 E64 2007
Read Online
http://outcomes.cancer.gov/areas/pcc/communication/monograph.html
http://outcomes.cancer.gov/areas/pcc/communication/pcc_monograph.pdf

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Library Available
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Caregiver's guide : a handbook about end of life care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120137
Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. [Ottawa, ON]: Military and Hospitaller Order of St. Lazarus of Jerusalem | Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association , 2014. Rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB310 C271 2014
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
"A Caregiver's Guide was created to provide information for family caregivers to draw upon when preparing and caring for a loved one who has a progressive illness, especially at home. It was developed to complement resources and information provided to caregivers by healthcare professionals, includ…
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  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Handbook about end-of-life care
Caregivers guide
Corporate Author
Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association
Editor
Macmillan, Karen
Edition
Rev. ed.
Place of Publication
[Ottawa, ON]
Publisher
Military and Hospitaller Order of St. Lazarus of Jerusalem
Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
x, 182 p. ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Caregivers
Home Nursing
Terminal Care
Palliative Care
Hospices
Abstract
"A Caregiver's Guide was created to provide information for family caregivers to draw upon when preparing and caring for a loved one who has a progressive illness, especially at home. It was developed to complement resources and information provided to caregivers by healthcare professionals, including hospice palliative care teams." - Cover
Table of Contents:
1 WHEN A PROGRESSIVE LIFE-THREATENING ILLNESS IS DIAGNOSED
2 GIVING PHYSICAL CARE
3 CARE OF PHYSICAL PROBLEMS
4 AS LIFE ENDS
5 BOOKS AND OTHER RESOURCES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL
ISBN
0968670016
9780968670019
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WB310 C271 2014
Website Notes
Available in PDF format
Read Online
https://www.stlazarus.ca/acaregiversguide/

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Position statement : nurses' and nursing's role in supporting a patient-centered approach to physician assisted death

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113909
Association of Registered Nurses of British Columbia. [Vancouver, BC?]: Association of Registered Nurses of British Columbia , 2016.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Association of Registered Nurses of British Columbia
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Association of Registered Nurses of British Columbia
Publication Date
2016
Subjects
Nurse's Role
Nurses - standards
Nurse Practitioners - standards
Patient Care - nursing
Patient care - ethics
Right to Die
Suicide, Assisted
Euthanasia, Active, Voluntary
Terminal Care - ethics
Terminal Care - legislation & jurisprudence
Legislation, Medical
Ethics, Nursing
Canada
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Report
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
NNPBC membership is required to access position statements and policy discussion content.
Read Online
https://portal.nnpbc.com/policy-and-advocacy/
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Fine needle aspiration biopsy : patient information brochure

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17695
BC Cancer Agency. Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy Clinic. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy Clinic
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2008
Subjects
Biopsy, Fine-Needle
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Neoplasms - diagnosis
BC Cancer Agency
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/screening-site/Documents/FineNeedleAspirationBiopsybrochureNov08.pdf
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Patient safety and quality : an evidence-based handbook for nurses

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16421
United States. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Rockville, MD: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality , 2008.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WY100 P298h 2008
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
v.1: Patient safety and quality; Evidence-based practice; Patient-centered care; v.2: Working conditions : work environment; Critical opportunities for patient safety and quality; v.3: Tools for improvement
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
United States. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Editor
Hughes, Ronda G
Place of Publication
Rockville, MD
Publisher
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
3v.
Series
AHRQ publication no. 08-0043
Subjects
Patient Care - standards
Patient Care - nursing
Nursing
Safety Management - standards
Health Facilities - organization & administration
Quality Assurance, Health Care
Medical Errors - prevention & control
Patient-Centered Care
Quality of Health Care
Occupational Health
Patient Care Management
Evidence-Based Medicine
Abstract
v.1: Patient safety and quality
Evidence-based practice
Patient-centered care
v.2: Working conditions : work environment
Critical opportunities for patient safety and quality
v.3: Tools for improvement
ISBN
978587633539 (v.1)
978587633546 (v.2)
978587633553 (v.3)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
WY100 P298h 2008
Read Online
http://www.ahrq.gov/qual/nurseshdbk/nurseshdbk.pdf

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Exercises after breast surgery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122785
Canadian Cancer Society. [Toronto, ON]: Canadian Cancer Society , 2019.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  1 read online  
Continues / Continued By
Exercises after breast surgery (2015)
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Canadian Cancer Society
Publication Date
2019
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Exercise Therapy
Lymphedema - prevention & control
Popular Work
Notes
July 2019
"The Canadian Cancer Society acknowledges the input and guidance of the Oncology Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association."
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://www.cancer.ca/~/media/cancer.ca/CW/publications/Exercises%20after%20breast%20surgery/32071-1-NO.pdf
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Understanding breast reconstruction surgery : is it for me?

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16288
Lennox, Peter. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 B863 2007 v.9
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Lennox, Peter
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Breast Tumour Group
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
60 minutes
Series
BCCA video telehealth series "Closer to home" 9
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Mammaplasty
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WP870 B863 2007 v.9
Read Online
http://learn.phsa.ca/bcca/breasttumour/lennox6sep2011/Lennox_flv_loader.html

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Exercises after breast surgery : a guide for women

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21296
Canadian Cancer Society. [Toronto, ON]: Canadian Cancer Society , 2012. rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 C212e 2012
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Continues / Continued By
Exercise after breast surgery : a guide for women (2011)
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Edition
rev. ed.
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Canadian Cancer Society
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
24 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Exercise Therapy
Lymphedema - prevention & control
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WP870 C212e 2012
Read Online
http://www.cancer.ca/en/support-and-services/resources/publications/?region=bc

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Professional standards for registered nurses and nurse practitioners : accountability, knowledge, competence, ethics, service, self-regulation

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19300
College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia. [Vancouver, BC?]: College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC) , 2010.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC)
Publication Date
2010
Subjects
Nursing Care - standards
British Columbia
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://crnbc.ca/Standards/Lists/StandardResources/128ProfessionalStandards.pdf
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Patient experiences with ambulatory cancer care in British Columbia, 2005/06

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17560
Watson, Diane E, Peterson, Sandra, Mooney, Dawn. [Vancouver, BC?]: UBC Centre for Health Services and Policy Research , 2007.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Watson, Diane E
Peterson, Sandra
Mooney, Dawn
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
UBC Centre for Health Services and Policy Research
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - therapy
Ambulatory Care
Health Services Accessibility
Patient Satisfaction
Cancer Patients
Cancer Care Facilities
Health Care Surveys
Data Collection
British Columbia
ISBN
1897085117
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.chspr.ubc.ca/sites/default/files/publication_files/chspr07-04.pdf
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NCCN guidelines for patients : palliative care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125010
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Plymouth Meeting, PA: National Comprehensive Cancer Network , 2023.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB310 N277p 2023
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
  2 read online  
Alternate Title
National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines for patients : palliative care
Corporate Author
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
Place of Publication
Plymouth Meeting, PA
Publisher
National Comprehensive Cancer Network
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
40 p. : ill. ; 29 cm
Series
NCCN guidelines for patients
Subjects
Popular Work
Palliative Care
Caregivers
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781960388285
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WB310 N277p 2023
Read Online
https://www.nccn.org/patients/guidelines/content/PDF/palliative-patient.pdf
https://www.nccn.org/patientresources/patient-resources/guidelines-for-patients

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Journey mapping in cancer care : patient and provider experiences in receiving and delivering cancer care in British Columbia

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121215
BC Cancer Agency, British Columbia Ministry of Health, First Nations Health Authority, BC Patient Safety & Quality Council. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Patient Safety & Quality Council , 2019.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency
British Columbia Ministry of Health
First Nations Health Authority
BC Patient Safety & Quality Council
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Patient Safety & Quality Council
Publication Date
2019
Subjects
Patient Navigation
Patient Satisfaction
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Health Personnel
Delivery of Health Care, Integrated
Quality of Health Care
Health Services
Health Services, Indigenous
British Columbia
Notes
January 2019
Language
English
Material Type
Report
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
High-resolution versions of the maps can be
downloaded from BCPSQC.ca
Read Online
https://bcpsqc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Journey-Mapping-Cancer-interactive-1.pdf
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Lymphedema and breast cancer : symptom management and exercise after surgery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15800
Harris, Susan. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 B863 2006 v.4
Availability
8 copies, 8 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Harris, Susan
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Breast Tumour Group
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2006
Series
BCCA video telehealth series "Closer to home" 4
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Lymphedema - prevention & control
Exercise Therapy
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WP870 B863 2006 v.4
Read Online
http://learn.phsa.ca/bcca/breasttumour/harris6sep2011/Harris_flv_loader.html

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Ovarian cancer risk-reducing surgery : a decision-making resource

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15456
Daly, Mary B, Cherry, Carol. Philadelphia, PA: Fox Chase Cancer Center , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP322 O96 2006
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
  2 read online  
Author
Daly, Mary B
Cherry, Carol
Corporate Author
Fox Chase Cancer Center
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
Fox Chase Cancer Center
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
140 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Ovarian Neoplasms - surgery
Ovarian Neoplasms - genetics
Ovarian Neoplasms - etiology
Genetic Counseling
Risk Assessment
Decision Making
Ovarian Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP322 O96 2006
Read Online
http://landing.foxchase.org/mobile/rap-book/Ovarian-Cancer-Risk-Reducing-Surgery.html
https://www.foxchase.org/cancer-care-services/prevention-screening/risk-assessment/inherited-cancer/ovarian-cancer-inherited

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Promoting seniors mental health in cancer care : a guide for front-line care providers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16543
[Vancouver, BC?]: British Columbia Psychogeriatric Association , 2008.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ200 P95m 2008
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Editor
MacCourt, Penny
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
British Columbia Psychogeriatric Association
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
125 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Mental Health
Neoplasms - psychology
Caregivers
Mental Disorders
Oncology Nursing
Social Support
Behavioral Symptoms
Communication
Geriatrics
Emotions
Aged
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Surrey Library
Victoria Library
Internet
Call Number
QZ200 P95m 2008
Read Online
http://ccsmh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/CancerManual.pdf

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Library Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VIC Library Available
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Understanding lab and imaging tests

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17633
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. White Plains, NY: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WH250 L652u 2008
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Place of Publication
White Plains, NY
Publisher
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
43 p. : ill. : 23 cm.
Subjects
Leukemia
Lymphoma
Multiple Myeloma
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Laboratory Techniques and Procedures
Diagnosis, Laboratory
Diagnostic Tests, Routine
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Call Number
WH250 L652u 2008
Read Online
http://www.lls.org/content/nationalcontent/resourcecenter/freeeducationmaterials/generalcancer/pdf/understandinglabimagingtests.pdf
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Nourish extra : what to eat and drink after ostomy surgery - a guide for people with colorectal cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122786
Martens, Angela, Nasrah, Rima. Cowansville, QC: Communication ebmed Inc. , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
What to eat and drink after ostomy surgery - a guide for people with colorectal cancer
Author
Martens, Angela
Nasrah, Rima
Corporate Author
Nourish
Place of Publication
Cowansville, QC
Publisher
Communication ebmed Inc.
Publication Date
2020
Series
Nourish : Canada's nutrition companion for oncology patients and caregivers
Subjects
Ostomy
Colorectal Neoplasms - diet therapy
Cooking
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Scroll to bottom of page to download or print digital version
Read Online
https://www.nourishonline.ca/nourish-extra-what-to-eat-and-drink-after-ostomy-surgery-a-guide-for-people-with-colorectal-cancer/
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