Author

Brantley-Sieders, Dana

Place of Publication

Lanham, MD

Publisher

Rowman & Littlefield

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

xi, 279 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Abstract

"Provides accessible science and health information for the love of your boobs, especially when they have cancer. Dana Brantley-Seiders spent twenty years working as a biomedical breast cancer researcher. Then, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She thought she knew breast cancer before it whacked her upside her left boob and left her bleeding on the curb of uncertainty. Turns out, she had a lot to learn. This book shares Brantley-Seiders' personal journey with breast cancer, from the laboratory bench to her own bedside, and provides accessible information about breast cancer biology for non-scientists. Talking to My Tatas: All You Need to Know from a Breast Cancer Researcher and Survivor, offers accurate, evidence-based science that is accessible to all readers, including the more than three hundred thousand individuals diagnosed with breast cancer every year, their caregivers, and their loved ones. Knowledge is power, and lack of it can lead to overtreatment, unnecessary pain and suffering, and even death. By demystifying the process from mammograms, biopsies, pathology, and diagnostics, to surgical options, tumor genomic testing, and new treatment options, Brantley-Seiders aims to arm breast cancer patients with the tools they need to battle this disease with a healthy dose of humor, grace, and hope"-- Provided by publisher

ISBN

9781538155103

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 B821t 2021

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Author

Cappello, Mary

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Fordham University Press

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

217 p. ; 21 cm.

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Breast Neoplasms - prevention & control

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Notes

Originally published in 2009 by Alyson Books.

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

ISBN

9780823294053

9780823294046

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WP870 C244 2021

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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Editor

Myers, Kimberly R

Place of Publication

Oxford ; New York

Publisher

Peter Lang

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

xiv, 483 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Series

Medical humanities ; vol.1

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Self Care

Social Support

Personal Narratives

ISBN

9781800796805

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 B828m 2021

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Author

Mantell, Ellyn

Place of Publication

Charlotte, NC

Publisher

Warren Publishing

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

xiv, 126 pages ; 23 cm

Subjects

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Ostomy

Ileostomy

Self Care

Abstract

"For those who have recently undergone ostomy procedures, the transition can present new obstacles. From what to expect, to ostomy- and self-care, dressing and more, navigating life post ostomy may feel overwhelming.

In So Much More than My Ostomy, Ellyn Mantell--"ostomate," advocate, and renowned motivational speaker --provides advice, tips, and encouragement for caring for and embracing your perfectly imperfect body. Ellyn, along with several other ostomates, also shares stories from her journey that led to her ileostomy in March, 2014. The book contains interviews with several who have survived and thrived through the many health and emotional challenges presented to them.

Notes

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

ISBN

9781954614208

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WI520 M292 2021

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Author

Miller. Kenneth D.

Camp, Melissa

Steligo, Kathy

Place of Publication

Baltimore, MD

Publisher

John Hopkins University Press

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

xii, 442 p. : ill. ; 24 cm

Series

Johns Hopkins Press health book

R2 Library

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

9781421441917

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

WP870 M55 2021

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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Author

Lawson, James

Place of Publication

London, UK

Publisher

Austin Macauley Publishers Ltd

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

182 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Breast Neoplasms - prevention & control

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Notes

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

ISBN

9781398447820

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 L425 2022

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Author

Kristiansen, Anne

Editor

McGuire, Tara

Edition

1st edition

Place of Publication

[United States]

Publisher

Self publishing

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

76 pages ; 20 cm

Subjects

Triple Negative Breast Neoplasms

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Abstract

"When Anne Kristiansen was diagnosed with Triple Negative breast cancer it felt like her world fell apart. What she found ultimately was something greater. From the realities of doctors, mastectomies, and chemotherapy treatments, to the torment of grappling with her own mortality, this raw, real, and often humorous story chronicles Kristiansen?s journey to reclaim her identity while struggling through a terrifying disease. Beginning with trauma and ending in strength and peace, this story shows how adversity can transform a person into a warrior with a new and grateful perspective." --Back cover

ISBN

9781777769710

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 K92a 2021

Copies

Author

Pickert, Kate

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Little, Brown Spark

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

325 p. ; 21 cm

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - history

Breast Neoplasms - therapy

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Abstract

As a health-care journalist, Kate Pickert knew the emotional highs and lows of medical treatment well -- but always from a distance, through the stories of her subjects. That is, until she was unexpectedly diagnosed with an aggressive type of breast cancer at the age of 35. As she underwent more than a year of treatment, Pickert realized that the popular understanding of breast care in America bears little resemblance to the experiences of today''s patients and the rapidly changing science designed to save their lives. After using her journalistic skills to navigate her own care, Pickert embarked on a quest to understand the cultural, scientific and historical forces shaping the lives of breast-cancer patients in the modern age. - Provided by publisher.

Notes

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

ISBN

9780316470346

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WP870 P596 2020

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Author

Wilms, Birgitte

Place of Publication

[United States]

Publisher

Lifestyle Entrepreneurs Press

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

xiv, 106 p. ; 21 cm

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Breast Neoplasms - therapy

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Notes

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

ISBN

9781953153234

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WP870 W55 2020

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Author

Stevenson Jr., Corey L.

Place of Publication

Meadville, PA

Publisher

Christian Faith Publishing

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

24 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Mother-Child Relations

Family Relations

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Juvenile Literature

ISBN

9781098048693

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Call Number

QZ201 C5 S847m 2020

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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

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Author

Marshall, John L

Marshall, Liza

Place of Publication

[United States]

Publisher

Ideapress Publishing

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

335 p. ; 23 cm

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Notes

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

ISBN

9781646870486

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WP870 M367 2021

Copies

Author

Armstrong, Mike

Vohr, Eric A.

Place of Publication

Baltimore, MD

Publisher

Johns Hopkins University Press

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

x, 150 pages : map ; 22 cm

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Hope

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Abstract

"Author Armstrong was the former chairman of the board of trustees of Johns Hopkins Medicine, former chairman of several large corporations, and a survivor of two types of cancer. This work is a memoir that stresses the therapeutic value of hope. The author's personal story is supplemented with interview data that round out the perspectives on surviving cancer. The book ends with listed resources for further information." -- Provided by publisher

ISBN

9781421440187

1421440180

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 A735c 2021

Copies

Author

Boyer, Anne

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Picador

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

308 pages ; 19 cm

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Triple Negative Breast Neoplasms

Neoplasms - psychology

Patients - psychology

Attitude to Health

Attitude to Death

Politics

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Notes

Some copies were purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

ISBN

9781250757982

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WP870 B791 2019

Copies

Author

Tucci, Stanley

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Gallery Books

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

291 pages ; 24 cm

Subjects

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Cooking

Nutrition

Abstract

"From award-winning actor and food obsessive Stanley Tucci comes an intimate and charming memoir of life in and out of the kitchen"-- Provided by publisher

Notes

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

ISBN

9781982168018

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QL756 T886 2021

Copies

Author

Munn, Rebecca Whitehead

Place of Publication

Berkeley, CA

Publisher

She Writes Press

Publication Date

2020

Subjects

Cancer Survivors - psychology

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

9781631527951

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 M965a 2020

Copies

Author

Hayter, Charles

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

University of Toronto Press

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

xix, 278 p. ; 24 cm.

Subjects

Physician-Patient Relations

Neoplasms - radiotherapy

Neoplasms - psychology

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

9781487528157

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 H426c 2022

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Author

Hayes, Cynthia

Place of Publication

Austin, TX

Publisher

River Grove Books

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

x, 254 pages ; 23 cm

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Adaptation, Psychological

Stress

Anxiety

Depression

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Abstract

"Coping with cancer is hard. It is an emotional ordeal as well as a physical one, with known and somewhat predictable psychological responses. And yet, patients often feel isolated and alone when dealing with the stress, anxiety, depression, and existential crises so typical with a cancer diagnosis. The Big Ordeal, written in collaboration with a psychologist and two oncologists, tackles the emotional side of the experience head-on, to help newly diagnosed patients and their loved ones anticipate, understand, and deal with the psychological turmoil ahead. Based on interviews with scores of patients and experts across a variety of fields, combining patient stories with medical insights and advice from those who have been there, and structured around the typical phases of the process, this book is an accessible resource for anyone who receive a cancer diagnosis" --Back cover

ISBN

9781632993359

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 H417b 2021

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Author

Brown, Theresa

Place of Publication

Chapel Hill, NC

Publisher

Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

258 p. ; 22 cm

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms

Nurses

Patients - psychology

Patient Satisfaction

Quality of Health Care

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

9781643750699

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 B877h 2022

Copies

Author

Borbridge, Cindy

Place of Publication

[British Columbia]

Publisher

Self publishing

Publication Date

[2021]

Physical Description

44 unnumbered pages : col. ill. ; 23 cm

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Cancer Survivors

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 B726 2021

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