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Telehealth for cancer patients

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16549
BC Cancer Agency, Provincial Health Services Authority, Vancouver Island Health Authority. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency
Provincial Health Services Authority
Vancouver Island Health Authority
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Patients
Health Services
Telecommunications
Videoconferencing
Delivery of Health Care
Cancer Care Facilities
Remote Consultation
Language
English
Material Type
Pamphlet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Library
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History of general practitioners in oncology in B.C.

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16559
Karsai, Helen. [Vancouver, BC?]: Helen Karsai , 2004.
Audience
Professional
Microsoft PowerPoint slide presentation only, no audio
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Author
Karsai, Helen
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Helen Karsai
Publication Date
2004
Subjects
Medical Oncology - history
Physicians, Family - history
Cancer Care Facilities
British Columbia
Abstract
Microsoft PowerPoint slide presentation only, no audio
Language
English
Material Type
CD
Audience
Professional
Location
VC Library Archives
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Strategic plan for research

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog3153
BC Cancer Agency. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 1995.
Audience
Professional
More Information
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
BC Cancer Agency
Planning Techniques
Cancer Care Facilities
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
VC Library Archives
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Shielding techniques for radiation oncology facilities

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123826
Martin, Melissa, McGinley, Patton H. Madison, WI: Medical Physics Publishing , 2020. 3rd ed.
Audience
Professional
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  1 read online  
Author
Martin, Melissa
McGinley, Patton H.
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
Madison, WI
Publisher
Medical Physics Publishing
Publication Date
2020
Series
R2 Library
Subjects
Radiation Protection - methods
Radiation Oncology - instrumentation
Health Physics
Safety - standards
Cancer Care Facilities
ISBN
1951134001
9781951134006
9781951134013
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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https://login.bccancer.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.r2library.com/Resource/Title/1951134001
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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
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  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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Establishing and enhancing services for childhood cancer survivors : long-term follow-up program resource guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17734
Children's Onology Group Nursing Discipline Clinical Practice Subcommittee/Survivorship, Late Effects Committee. Arcadia, CA: CureSearch Children's Oncology Group , 2007.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Long-term follow-up program resource guide
Corporate Author
Children's Onology Group Nursing Discipline Clinical Practice Subcommittee/Survivorship
Late Effects Committee
Editor
Landier, Wendy
Place of Publication
Arcadia, CA
Publisher
CureSearch Children's Oncology Group
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Follow-up Studies
Long-Term Care - organization & administration
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - complications
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Young Adult
Cancer Care Facilities
Adaptation, Psychological
Patient Advocacy
Survivors
Child
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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http://www.survivorshipguidelines.org/pdf/LTFUResourceGuide.pdf
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Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre 2008 : photo library

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17741
Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre. Abbotsford, BC: Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ24 A129 2008 v.1-2
v.1: ARHCC project video; v.2: ARHCC project photos
More Information
Alternate Title
Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre (CD with .jpg files)
ARHCC Project Video September 2008 (CD)
Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre : DVD presentation
Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre 2008 : photos by Ernest von Rosen (www.amgmedia.com)
Corporate Author
Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre
Place of Publication
Abbotsford, BC
Publisher
Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
2 DVD's
Subjects
Hospitals, Community
Cancer Care Facilities
BC Cancer Agency
British Columbia
Popular Work
Abstract
v.1: ARHCC project video
v.2: ARHCC project photos
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
VC Library Archives
Call Number
QZ24 A129 2008 v.1-2
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BC Cancer Agency Pharmacy practice standards for hazardous drugs

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17778
BC Cancer Agency. Division of Pharmacy. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Division of Pharmacy , 2008.
Audience
Professional
The aseptic and safe handling standards and recommendations in this manual meet best practice standards set forth by WorkSafe BC, NIOSH, ASHP, ISOPP, USP797, CSHP, and CAPhO
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Division of Pharmacy
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Division of Pharmacy
Publication Date
2008
Subjects
Antineoplastic Agents
Practice Guideline
BC Cancer Agency
Pharmaceutical Services - standards
Handbooks
Abstract
The aseptic and safe handling standards and recommendations in this manual meet best practice standards set forth by WorkSafe BC, NIOSH, ASHP, ISOPP, USP797, CSHP, and CAPhO
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/health-professionals/professional-resources/pharmacy/safe-handling-manual
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Regional Pharmacy Services : parenteral drug therapy manual : Vancouver acute HSDA

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18303
Vancouver Coastal Health, Providence Health Care. [Vancouver, BC?]: Vancouver General Hospital. Pharmacy Department , 2012-.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QV38 V223 2012
How to access the PDTM on VCH/PHC May 2008 version 1; Policies; Monographs; Appendices
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  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Parenteral drug therapy manual : Vancouver Acute Health Service Delivery Area : part of Lower Mainland Pharmacy Services
BC Cancer Agency Parenteral drug monograph : administration approval
PDTM
Corporate Author
Vancouver Coastal Health
Providence Health Care
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Vancouver General Hospital. Pharmacy Department
Publication Date
2012-
Subjects
Infusions, Parenteral
Drug Therapy
Pharmaceutical Services
Hospitals - drug therapy
Antineoplastic Agents
BC Cancer Agency
Handbooks
Abstract
How to access the PDTM on VCH/PHC May 2008 version 1
Policies
Monographs
Appendices
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Looseleaf
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Call Number
QV38 V223 2012
Website Notes
Vancouver Coastal Health intranet
Read Online
http://vchconnect.vch.ca/utility/page_47702.htm
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Medicinal Plants and Cancer Chemoprevention

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124700
Boca Raton, Florida: CRC Press , c2024. 1st ed.
Audience
Professional
"Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally. Medicinal Plants and Cancer Chemoprevention provides information on the use of various herbal plants used as anticancer agents. It discusses the traditional system of medicine and focuses on plant-derived compounds for cancer therapy with inte…
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Editor
Malviya, Sapna
Malviya, Neelesh
Edition
1st ed.
Place of Publication
Boca Raton, Florida
Publisher
CRC Press
Publication Date
c2024
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Plants, Medicinal
Neoplasms - therapy
Antineoplastic Agents
Chemoprevention
Abstract
"Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally. Medicinal Plants and Cancer Chemoprevention provides information on the use of various herbal plants used as anticancer agents. It discusses the traditional system of medicine and focuses on plant-derived compounds for cancer therapy with integrated approaches. Chapters present information on various medicinal plants that covers background and history, ethnomedical considerations, morphology, phytochemistry, and pharmacological properties. The book presents a scientific investigation on medicinal plants in managing cancer, reported mechanisms of action as anticancer activity, as well as covering the toxicological aspects of certain plants.
KEY FEATURES:
Details information on plant-derived compounds for cancer therapy
Features information on methods of extraction and isolation of various phytoconstituents responsible for anticancer activity
Discusses herbal formulations and alternative approaches used for the management and treatment of cancer
Demonstrates the importance of alternative approaches including yoga, acupuncture, and dietary supplements to be effective in the management of cancer
This book is helpful to botanists, researchers and practitioners in alternative and complementary medicine, and the herbal medicine research community." --publisher
ISBN
9781032170763
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Therapeutic Approaches in Cancer Treatment

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124717
Cham, Switzerland: Springer International Publishing AG , c2023. 1st ed.
Audience
Professional
"This comprehensive book provides an overview of cancer therapeutics and covers different innovative treatment approaches for cancer. The initial chapter gives a detailed overview on cancer progression and disease diagnostics. The following chapters focus on different cancer treatment approaches, s…
More Information
  1 read online  
Editor
Qazi, Asma Saleem
Tariq, Kanwal
Edition
1st ed.
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Publication Date
c2023
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Therapeutics
Drug Therapy
Hormones
Radiotherapy
Immunotherapy
Nutrition Assessment
Antineoplastic Agents
Pharmacogenomic Variants
Abstract
"This comprehensive book provides an overview of cancer therapeutics and covers different innovative treatment approaches for cancer. The initial chapter gives a detailed overview on cancer progression and disease diagnostics. The following chapters focus on different cancer treatment approaches, such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, hormonal therapy, immunotherapy, nutritional assessments, targeted therapy and Nano therapeutics. It also highlights the importance of cancer genomics, disease advancement, personalized medicine and psychological support for cancer patients. Emphasis is also given to the many challenges in the area of designing cancer treatment and designing clinical trials. The complete book also presents cancer management with different cancer treatment modalities, including pharmacogenomics and drug reactions. This is a unique and comprehensive piece of work that not only highlights the disease treatment modalities but also focuses on many challenges in the area of designing cancer treatment and even in designing clinical trials.
The contributing authors are experts in this field of cancer treatment. By familiarizing readers with the latest developments in this complex field, the book offers a valuable resource for clinicians. Researchers and medical students will also benefit from this comprehensive text." --publisher
ISBN
9783031271557
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This title is licensed for one user at a time on BC Cancer-network computers. If you are denied access while on a network computer, try again later.
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.
Authentication via HealthBC sign in required. Use your BC Cancer staff username and ID when prompted.
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Physicians' cancer chemotherapy drug manual 2023

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125034
Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC , 2023. 23rd ed.
Audience
Professional
"Completely revised and updated for 2023, the Physicians' Cancer Chemotherapy Drug Manual is an up-to-date guide to the latest information on standard therapy and recent advances in the field. Written by world-class experts in clinical cancer therapeutics, this essential reference provides a comple…
More Information
  1 read online  
Editor
Chu, Edward
DeVita, Vincent T., Jr.
Edition
23rd ed.
Place of Publication
Burlington, MA
Publisher
Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC
Publication Date
2023
Series
R2 Library
Subjects
Antineoplastic Agents
Neoplasms - drug therapy
Handbook
Abstract
"Completely revised and updated for 2023, the Physicians' Cancer Chemotherapy Drug Manual is an up-to-date guide to the latest information on standard therapy and recent advances in the field. Written by world-class experts in clinical cancer therapeutics, this essential reference provides a complete, easy-to-use catalogue of over 100 drugs and commonly used drug regimens-both on- and off-label-for the treatment of all the major cancers." -- Provided by publisher
ISBN
1284272737
9781284272734
9781284272741
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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https://www-r2library-com.bccancer.idm.oclc.org/Resource/Title/1284272737
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What to expect : a patient's guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19876
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre. [Victoria, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre , 2010. rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre
Edition
rev. ed.
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
19 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
BC Cancer Agency, Vancouver Island Cancer Centre
Cancer Care Facilities
British Columbia
Patient Education Handout
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Library
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Vancouver Island Centre directory

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19906
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre. [Victoria, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre
Publication Date
2010
Subjects
BC Cancer Agency, Vancouver Island Cancer Centre
Cancer Care Facilities
British Columbia
Patient Education Handout
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Library
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PHSA strategic plan 2010-2013

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19975
Provincial Health Services Authority. [Vancouver, BC?]: Provincial Health Services Authority , 2010.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Provincial Health Services Authority
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Provincial Health Services Authority
Publication Date
2010
Subjects
Planning Techniques
Outcome Assessment (Health Care)
Cancer Care Facilities
Delivery of Health Care
Health Planning
BC Cancer Agency
Provincial Health Services Authority
PHSA
British Columbia
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Report
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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http://www.phsa.ca/NR/rdonlyres/E7E981A2-26A8-4EA8-9823-491BAF714543/0/PHSAStrategicPlanFINAL2010.pdf
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Planning national radiotherapy services : a practical tool

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20530
International Atomic Energy Agency. Vienna: International Atomic Energy Agency , 2010.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ269 P712 2010
More Information
Corporate Author
International Atomic Energy Agency
Place of Publication
Vienna
Publisher
International Atomic Energy Agency
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
83 p. Ill. ; 24 cm.
Series
IAEA human health series 14
Subjects
Radiotherapy - utilization
Neoplasms - radiotherapy
Cancer Care Facilities
Health Planning
Health Services Administration
Guideline
ISBN
9789201059109
ISSN
2075-3772
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
VC Medical Physics
Call Number
QZ269 P712 2010
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What to expect : a patient's guide : Vancouver Island Centre

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21522
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre. [Victoria, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre , 2014. rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
Alternate Title
Vancouver Island Centre : what to expect : a patient's guide
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre
Edition
rev. ed.
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
19 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
BC Cancer Agency, Vancouver Island Cancer Centre
Cancer Care Facilities
British Columbia
Patient Education Handout
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
VC Library Archives
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Guidebook for patients : Centre for the North

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21659
BC Cancer Agency. Centre for the North. Prince George, BC: BC Cancer Agency. Centre for the North , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
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Alternate Title
BC Cancer Agency guidebook for patients
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Centre for the North
Place of Publication
Prince George, BC
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Centre for the North
Publication Date
2012
Subjects
Cancer Care Facilities
BC Cancer Agency
Patient Education Handout
Prince George
British Columbia
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/centre-for-the-north-site/Documents/CentrefortheNorth_Guidebook_for_Patientsforweb.pdf
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Understanding drugs : cancer treatment drugs

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113596
Hecht, Alan. New York, NY: Chelsea House Publishers , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Hecht, Alan
Editor
Triggle, David J.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Chelsea House Publishers
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
135 p.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
ebrary books for public
Subjects
Antineoplastic Agents
Popular Work
Neoplasms - drug therapy
ISBN
9781438135878
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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https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/bccancer-ebooks/reader.action?docID=648172
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2016 report to the community

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120143
BC Cancer Agency. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
BC Cancer Agency care and research : 2016 report to the community
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
38 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Biomedical Research
Oncology Nursing
Clinical Trials
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Neoplasms - therapy
Patient-Centered Care
Research Report
BC Cancer Agency
Cancer Care Facilities
Delivery of Health Care
Language
English
Material Type
Report
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library BCCA Pubs
Abbotsford Library
Kelowna Library
Surrey Library
Victoria Library
VC Library Archives
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http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/2016-report-to-the-community
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