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All of us warriors : cancer stories of survival and loss

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Munn, Rebecca Whitehead. Berkeley, CA: She Writes Press , 2020.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 M965a 2020

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

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

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Anatomy of an illness as perceived by the patient : reflections on healing and regeneration

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Cousins, Norman. New York, NY: W.W. Norton & Company , 1979.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WD375 C867 1979

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Cousins, Norman

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: W.W. Norton & Company

Publication Date: 1979

Physical Description: 173 p. ; 19 cm.

Subjects: Attitude to Health; Consumer Participation; Volition; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

ISBN: 9780393038873; 0393038874

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr; Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WD375 C867 1979

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Angel in the marble : what breast cancer taught me

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Kristiansen, Anne. [United States]: Self publishing , 2021. 1st edition.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 K92a 2021

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

"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, a…

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

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Annie Parker decoded : the story that inspired the film

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Parker, Annie. Brampton, ON: Annie Parker Books , 2014.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 P238 2014

Availability: 7 copies, 7 available

This book follows Annie Parker and her cancer journey, loss of family members and being one of the first women in Canada to be tested for the BRCA1 gene mutation, confirming her beliefs that her cancer were hereditary.

Author: Parker, Annie

Place of Publication: Brampton, ON

Publisher: Annie Parker Books

Publication Date: 2014

Physical Description: 248 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms; Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome; Genes, BRCA1; Personal Narratives; Autobiography

Abstract: This book follows Annie Parker and her cancer journey, loss of family members and being one of the first women in Canada to be tested for the BRCA1 gene mutation, confirming her beliefs that her cancer were hereditary.

Notes: Surrey CIC keep 2022

ISBN: 9780993830501

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; Surrey Cancer Info Ctr; Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WP870 P238 2014

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Beyond surviving : cancer and your spiritual journey

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Maginley, David. Halifax, NS: Tristan Press , 2016.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 M194 2016

Availability: 5 copies, 5 available

What if you could use cancer to evolve more fully into love? David Maginley has been there --- four times. His cancer led to a near-death experience and a career helping thousands face this disease. Through profound storytelling, David brings you to the core of the cancer journey to discover the he…

Author: Maginley, David

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Tristan Press

Publication Date: 2016

Physical Description: xix, 226 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Adaptation, Psychological; Spirituality; Attitude to Death; Pastoral Care; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

Abstract: What if you could use cancer to evolve more fully into love? David Maginley has been there --- four times. His cancer led to a near-death experience and a career helping thousands face this disease. Through profound storytelling, David brings you to the core of the cancer journey to discover the hero within. You will learn how to :; -- Turn the mind into an ally as you grapple with uncertainty.; -- Explore spirituality through your love rather than your belief.; -- Not only go through cancer, but grow through cancer. - Cover

Notes: Surrey CIC keep 2022

ISBN: 9780995881112; 0995881111

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr; Surrey Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 M194 2016

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Boobs : women explore what it means to have breasts

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Halfmoon Bay, BC: Caitlin Press Inc. , 2016.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP800 B724 2016

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Editor: Daniell, Ruth

Place of Publication: Halfmoon Bay, BC

Publisher: Caitlin Press Inc.

Publication Date: 2016

Physical Description: 231 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Breast; Body Image - psychology; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781987915051

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WP800 B724 2016

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

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Breast cancer inside out : bodies, biographies & beliefs

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Oxford ; New York: Peter Lang , 2021.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 B828m 2021

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

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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Breast cancer legacy : your family history, your future

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Murphy, Beth, Santos, Jody, Baxter, Meredith. New York, NY: Principle Pictures, Inc. , 2004.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 B828m 2004

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Murphy, Beth; Santos, Jody; Baxter, Meredith

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Principle Pictures, Inc.

Publication Date: 2004

Physical Description: 50 minutes

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms - diagnosis; Breast Neoplasms - genetics; Breast Neoplasms; Patients; Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Popular Work; Personal Narratives

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WP870 B828m 2004

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Breast cancer surgery and reconstruction : what's right for you

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Anstett, Patricia. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield , 2017.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 A624 2017

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

This book reframes the important discussion about lumpectomy, mastectomy and breast reconstruction around the women who have had these operations. It offers women's unique viewpoints about the less discussed but essential part of breast cancer: the surgery nearly every woman has, regardless of whet…

Author: Anstett, Patricia

Place of Publication: Lanham, MD

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Publication Date: 2017

Physical Description: ix, 229 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms - surgery; Mammaplasty; Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Decision Making; Mastectomy, Segmental; Mastectomy; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

Abstract: This book reframes the important discussion about lumpectomy, mastectomy and breast reconstruction around the women who have had these operations. It offers women's unique viewpoints about the less discussed but essential part of breast cancer: the surgery nearly every woman has, regardless of whether she has reconstruction or not. - Introduction, page ix

ISBN: 9780810895690

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WP870 A624 2017

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

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But you look so good ... : stories by carcinoid cancer survivors

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Gonzalez, Maria j. Bloomington, IN: iUniverse LLC , 2013.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WI435 G643 2013

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

This book shares the intimate stores of those living with a poorly understood and rare cancer. It demonstrates that enduring any chronic illness can be done with hope, courage and dignity. - Cover

Author: Gonzalez, Maria j.

Place of Publication: Bloomington, IN

Publisher: iUniverse LLC

Publication Date: 2013

Physical Description: xxv, 227 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Carcinoma, Neuroendocrine - prevention & control; Carcinoma, Neuroendocrine - psychology; Neuroendocrine Tumors; Carcinoid Tumor; Cancer Survivors; Caregivers; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

Abstract: This book shares the intimate stores of those living with a poorly understood and rare cancer. It demonstrates that enduring any chronic illness can be done with hope, courage and dignity. - Cover

ISBN: 9781475981315; 1475981317

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WI435 G643 2013

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Calling my spirit back

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Alec, Elaine. [Victoria, BC]: Tellwell Talent , 2020.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WB885 A366 2020

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

"These stories are teachings, prophecy and protocols shared throughout the years by elders, language speakers, medicine people and helpers. They have been the foundation to individual healing and learning self-love."--Back cover

Author: Alec, Elaine

Place of Publication: [Victoria, BC]

Publisher: Tellwell Talent

Publication Date: 2020

Physical Description: vi, 183 pages ; 22 cm

Subjects: First Nations; Indigenous Canadians; Spiritual Therapies; Self Care - methods; Child Abuse, Sexual - rehabilitation; Substance-related disorders - rehabilitation; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

Abstract: "These stories are teachings, prophecy and protocols shared throughout the years by elders, language speakers, medicine people and helpers. They have been the foundation to individual healing and learning self-love."--Back cover

ISBN: 9780228830696

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WB885 A366 2020

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Cancer confidential : backstage dramas in the radiation clinic

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Hayter, Charles. Toronto, ON: University of Toronto Press , 2020.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 H426c 2022

Availability: 3 copies, 2 available

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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Cancer -- now what? : taking action, finding hope, and navigating the journey ahead

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Haugk, Kenneth C. [St. Louis, MO]: Stephen Ministries , 2017.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 H371 2017

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Haugk, Kenneth C.

Place of Publication: [St. Louis, MO]

Publisher: Stephen Ministries

Publication Date: 2017

Physical Description: x, 345 p. ; 26 cm.

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Patient Navigation; Adaptation, Psychological; Communication; Interpersonal Relations; Social Support; Spirituality; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

Notes: Practical guide for those with cancer and their loved ones - head of Title

ISBN: 9781930445048; 1930445040

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 H371 2017

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Cancer patient's notebook

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Cheung, Esther Pik-chu. Hong Kong: China Alliance Press , 2001.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 C526 2001

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

Author: Cheung, Esther Pik-chu

Place of Publication: Hong Kong

Publisher: China Alliance Press

Publication Date: 2001

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Hope; Spirituality; Christianity; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

Notes: Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC (F0001138)

Language: English; Chinese

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr; Surrey Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 C526 2001

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Cancer poetry project : poems by cancer patients and those who love them

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Minneapolis, MN: Tasora Books , 2001.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 C218m 2001

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Editor: Miller, Karin B

Place of Publication: Minneapolis, MN

Publisher: Tasora Books

Publication Date: 2001

Physical Description: xxiv, 248 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Poetry; Survivors; Patients; Family; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

ISBN: 9780978994686

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: QZ201 C218m 2001

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Cancer treatment revolution : how smart drugs and other new therapies are renewing our hope and changing the face of medicine

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Nathan, David G. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. , 2007.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ267 N274c 2007

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Nathan, David G

Place of Publication: Hoboken, NJ

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Publication Date: 2007

Physical Description: x, 262 p. ; 25 cm.

Subjects: Neoplasms - therapy; Drug Therapy - trends; Antineoplastic Agents - therapeutic use; Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols; Survivors; Patients; Popular Work; Personal Narratives

ISBN: 9780471946540; 0471946540

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: QZ267 N274c 2007

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The care we dream of : liberatory & transformative approaches to LGBTQ+ health

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Vancouver, BC: Arsenal Pulp Press , 2021.

Audience: Patient or Public

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Editor: Sharman, Zena

Place of Publication: Vancouver, BC

Publisher: Arsenal Pulp Press

Publication Date: 2021

Series: EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects: Sexual and Gender Minorities; Minority Health; Healthcare Disparities; Physician-Patient Relations; Personal Narratives

Notes: SOGIE 2SLGBTQIA Collection

ISBN: 9781551528618

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 to obtain a username and password from the Library.