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Some chemicals used as solvents and in polymer manufacture

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International Agency for Research on Cancer, IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2017.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ202 I585 2017 v. 110
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This publication represents the views and expert; opinions of an IARC Working Group on the; Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans which met in Lyon , 3-10 June 2014.
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Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
vii, 276 p. : ill. ; 27 cm.
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 110
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Carcinogens
Caprylates - adverse effects
Fluorocarbons - adverse effects
Methylene Chloride - adverse effects
Thiophenes - adverse effects
Propane - adverse effects
Risk Factors
Occupational Exposure - adverse effects
Abstract
This publication represents the views and expert
opinions of an IARC Working Group on the
Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans which met in Lyon , 3-10 June 2014.
Notes
IARC monographs are shelved in VC Journal stacks.
ISBN
9789283201489
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
French
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
QZ202 I585 2017 v. 110
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Some industrial chemicals

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120905
International Agency for Research on Cancer, IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2018.
Audience
Professional
This publication represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans, which met in Lyon, 2-9 February 2016
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Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2018
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 115
Subjects
Carcinogens
Chemical Industry
Neoplasms - chemically induced
Occupational Health
Risk Factors
Abstract
This publication represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans, which met in Lyon, 2-9 February 2016
ISBN
9789283201816
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Serial
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Available in PDF format.
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Occupational exposure to silica and cancer risk

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog58
Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 1990.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WF658 O15 1989
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Simonato, L
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
1990
Series
IARC scientific publications 97
Subjects
Silica - adverse effects
Lung Neoplasms - etiology
Occupational Exposure
Risk Factors
ISBN
9283211979
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WF658 O15 1989

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Some nitrobenzenes and other industrial chemicals

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International Agency for Research on Cancer, IARC Working Group on the Identification of Carcinogenic Hazards to Humanss. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2020.
Audience
Professional
The IARC Monographs identify environmental factors that are carcinogenic hazards to humans. These include chemicals, complex mixtures, occupational exposures, physical agents, biological agents, and lifestyle factors. National health agencies can use this information as scientific support for their…
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Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
IARC Working Group on the Identification of Carcinogenic Hazards to Humanss
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2020
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 123
Subjects
Carcinogens
Nitrobenzenes - adverse effects
Chlorophenols - adverse effects
Phenylenediamines - adverse effects
Acetamides - adverse effects
Occupational Exposure - adverse effects
Risk Factors
Abstract
The IARC Monographs identify environmental factors that are carcinogenic hazards to humans. These include chemicals, complex mixtures, occupational exposures, physical agents, biological agents, and lifestyle factors. National health agencies can use this information as scientific support for their actions to prevent exposure to potential carcinogens. - Website
ISBN
9789283201908
9789283201618
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Serial
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Available in PDF format.
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Outdoor air pollution

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114388
International Agency for Research on Cancer, IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2015.
Audience
Professional
This publication represents the views and expert; opinions of an IARC Working Group on the; Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans,; which met in Lyon, October 2013
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2015
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 109
Subjects
Carcinogens, Environmental
Air Pollution - adverse effects
Environmental Exposure - adverse effects
Risk Factors
Neoplasms -etiology
Abstract
This publication represents the views and expert
opinions of an IARC Working Group on the
Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans,
which met in Lyon, October 2013
ISBN
9789283201755
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
French
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
PDF format and supplementary material
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Atlanta, GA: American Cancer Society , 2019. 3rd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
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Editor
Jemal, Ahmedin
Torre, Lindsey
Soerjomataram, Isabelle
Bray, Freddie
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
Atlanta, GA
Publisher
American Cancer Society
Publication Date
2019
Subjects
Neoplasms - epidemiology
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Carcinogens
Global Burden of Disease
Delivery of Health Care
Risk Factors
Atlases
ISBN
9781604432657
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
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Atlanta, GA: American Cancer Society , 2014. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ 17 C215c 2014
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
  1 read online  
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Atlanta, GA
Publisher
American Cancer Society
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
136 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - epidemiology
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Carcinogens
Global Burden of Disease
Delivery of Health Care
Risk Factors
Atlases
ISBN
9781604432282
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ 17 C215c 2014
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Preconception and prenatal radiation exposure : health effects and protective guidance

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21812
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements. [Bethesda, MD]: National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements , 2013.
Audience
Professional
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Corporate Author
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Publication Date
2013
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
NCRP report 174
Ebrary books
Subjects
Embryonic Structures - radiation effects
Prenatal Injuries
Pregnancy - radiation effects
Maternal Exposures
Risk Factors
ISBN
9780983545040
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This Proquest title is licensed for ONE BC Cancer staff user at a time. If you are denied access while on a network computer, please try again later.
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Misconceptions about the causes of cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10420
Gold, Lois Swirsky, Slone, Thomas H, Manley, Neela B, Ames, Bruce N. [Vancouver, BC?]: Fraser Institute , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ202 M678 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Gold, Lois Swirsky
Slone, Thomas H
Manley, Neela B
Ames, Bruce N
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Fraser Institute
Publication Date
2002
Series
Risk controversy series 3
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Risk Factors
ISBN
0889751951
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ202 M678 2002

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Attributable causes of cancer in France in the year 2000

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20500
International Agency for Research on Cancer. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2007.
Audience
Professional
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Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2007
Series
IARC working group reports 3
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Risk Factors
France
ISBN
9789283224434
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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Cancer causes and controversies : understanding risk reduction and prevention

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Kwabi-Addo, Bernard, Lindstrom, Tia Laura. Greenwood Publishing Group , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
  1 read online  
Author
Kwabi-Addo, Bernard
Lindstrom, Tia Laura
Publisher
Greenwood Publishing Group
Publication Date
2011
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
ebrary books for public
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms
Risk Factors
Popular Work
ISBN
9780313379284
9780313379291
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 : what causes it, what doesn't

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113561
American Cancer Society. American Cancer Society , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
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Corporate Author
American Cancer Society
Publisher
American Cancer Society
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
224 p.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
ebrary books for public
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Risk Factors
Popular Work
ISBN
9780944235447
9781604431186
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Life's delicate balance : causes and prevention of breast cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14248
Sherman, Janette D. New York, NY: Taylor & Francis , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 S553 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
  1 read online  
Author
Sherman, Janette D
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Publication Date
2000
Physical Description
285 p.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
ebrary books for public
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - etiology
Risk Factors
Popular Work
Notes
Note: the online version erroneously shows a publication date of 2014
ISBN
1560328703
9781315061504
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
WP870 S553 2000
Website Notes
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Fundamentals of cancer prevention

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15479
New York, NY: Springer , 2005.
Audience
Professional
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Editor
Alberts, David S
Hess, Lisa M
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Springer
Publication Date
2005
Series
R2 Library
Subjects
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - diagnosis
Early Diagnosis
Risk Factors
ISBN
9783540242123
3540242102
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This R2 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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Malignancy and multiple sclerosis (the MaMS study) : work in progress

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18319
Kingwell, E, Tremlett, H. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2009.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ206 B365 2009 v.277
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Monday noon seminar series
Author
Kingwell, E
Tremlett, H
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Research Centre Seminar Series
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
60 minutes
Series
BC Cancer Research Centre seminar series 277
Subjects
Multiple Sclerosis - immunology
Neoplasms - etiology
Interferons
Risk Factors
British Columbia
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library AV Room
Call Number
QZ206 B365 2009 v.277

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Films for the Humanities & Sciences. Princeton, NJ: Films Media Group , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C215 2005 v.1
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Alternate Title
Cancer story : what is cancer
Corporate Author
Films for the Humanities & Sciences
Place of Publication
Princeton, NJ
Publisher
Films Media Group
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
57 minutes
Series
Cancer story
Subjects
Neoplasms - diagnosis
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - etiology
Risk Factors
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Patients - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
9781421350004
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C215 2005 v.1

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Cancer sourcebook for women

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18916
Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics , 2010. 4th ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP145 C215s 2010
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Cancer sourcebook for women : basic consumer health information about gynecologic cancers and other cancers of special concern to women, including cancers of the breast, cervix, colon, lung, ovaries, thyroid, and uterus; along with facts about benign conditions of the female reproductive system, ca…
Editor
Bellenir, Karen
Edition
4th ed.
Place of Publication
Detroit, MI
Publisher
Omnigraphics
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xix, 729 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Series
Health reference series
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Genital Neoplasms, Female - therapy
Women's Health
Risk Factors
Popular Work
Abstract
Cancer sourcebook for women : basic consumer health information about gynecologic cancers and other cancers of special concern to women, including cancers of the breast, cervix, colon, lung, ovaries, thyroid, and uterus; along with facts about benign conditions of the female reproductive system, cancer risk factors, screening and prevention programs, women's issues in cancer treatment and survivorship, research initiatives, a glossary of cancer terms, and a directory of resources for additional help and information
ISBN
9780780811393
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP145 C215s 2010

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Cancer sourcebook for women

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120547
Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics , 2016. 5th ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Cancer sourcebook for women : basic consumer health information about gynecologic cancers and other cancers of special concern to women, including cancers of the breast, cervix, colon, lung, ovaries, thyroid, and uterus; along with facts about benign conditions of the female reproductive system, ca…
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Editor
Jones, Keith
Edition
5th ed.
Place of Publication
Detroit, MI
Publisher
Omnigraphics
Publication Date
2016
Series
Health reference series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Breast Neoplasms
Genital Neoplasms, Female - therapy
Women's Health
Risk Factors
Popular Work
Abstract
Cancer sourcebook for women : basic consumer health information about gynecologic cancers and other cancers of special concern to women, including cancers of the breast, cervix, colon, lung, ovaries, thyroid, and uterus; along with facts about benign conditions of the female reproductive system, cancer risk factors, screening and prevention programs, women's issues in cancer treatment and survivorship, research initiatives, a glossary of cancer terms, and a directory of resources for additional help and information
Table of contents:
Part I Cancer Overview -- Part II Cancer Risks and Prevention -- Part III Breast Cancer -- Part IV Gynecological Cancer -- Part V Other Cancers of Special Concern to Women -- Part VI Diagnosing and Treating Cancer -- Part VII Coping with the Side Effects of Cancer and Cancer Treatments -- Part VIII Clinical Trials and Cancer Research -- Part IX Additional Help and Information.
ISBN
9780780813793
9780780814035
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Vitamin D and cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20499
International Agency for Research on Cancer. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2008.
Audience
Professional
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Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2008
Series
IARC working group reports 5
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Vitamin D - adverse effects
Vitamin D - therapeutic use
Risk Factors
ISBN
9789283224464
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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Reduce your cancer risk : twelve steps to a healthier life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19767
Boughton, Barbara, Stefanek, Michael. New York, NY: Demos Health , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 B758 2010
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
Alternate Title
Twelve steps to a healthier life : reduce your cancer risk : the most up-to-date information on personal risk assessment, life style changes, preventive health strategies, genetic counseling, preventive anti-cancer medications, latest cutting-edge research
Author
Boughton, Barbara
Stefanek, Michael
Editor
Gansler, Ted
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Demos Health
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xxviii, 256 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - genetics
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Risk Factors
Risk Assessment
Life Change Events
Genetic Counseling
Popular Work
ISBN
9781932603927
1932603921
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 B758 2010

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