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Back to work after breast cancer

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Nessim, Susan. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim-Keeney/Cancervive , 2006.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 B126 2006

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

This DVD tells the story of six vibrant women, each intent on making a contribution through their careers. The women work at different jobs, but are alike in one important way: they are balancing the demands of a breast cancer illness and work. It explores the challenges women face in the workplac…

Author: Nessim, Susan

Corporate Author: Cancervive; Living With It

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Susan Nessim-Keeney/Cancervive

Publication Date: 2006

Physical Description: 27 minutes

Subjects: Occupational Health Services; Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation; Social Support; Employment; Workplace; Personnel Management; Life Change Events; Survivors; Popular Work

Abstract: This DVD tells the story of six vibrant women, each intent on making a contribution through their careers. The women work at different jobs, but are alike in one important way: they are balancing the demands of a breast cancer illness and work. It explores the challenges women face in the workplace as they journey through treatment to recovery.

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

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

Call Number: WP870 B126 2006

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Cancervive : the challenge of life after cancer

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Nessim, Susan, Ellis, Judith. [Boston, MA]: Houghton Mifflin Company , 1991.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ266 N465 1991

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

Drawing on the personal testimonials and accounts of survivors, the authors offer advice on what comes after the cure, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial problems; employment discrimination; insurance difficulties; and biomedical issues related to treatment such as fertility.

Author: Nessim, Susan; Ellis, Judith

Place of Publication: [Boston, MA]

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Company

Publication Date: 1991

Subjects: Neoplasms - rehabilitation; Popular Work

Abstract: Drawing on the personal testimonials and accounts of survivors, the authors offer advice on what comes after the cure, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial problems; employment discrimination; insurance difficulties; and biomedical issues related to treatment such as fertility.

ISBN: 0395561906

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ266 N465 1991

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Dialogue with cancer : communication between doctors and patients

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Cancervive. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim-Keeney/Cancervive , 2006.

Audience: Professional

Call Number: W62 D536 2006

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

Corporate Author: Cancervive

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Susan Nessim-Keeney/Cancervive

Publication Date: 2006

Physical Description: 18 minutes

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Physician-Patient Relations; Interpersonal Relations; Patient Compliance; Communication

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Professional

Location: Victoria Library; Abbotsford Library; Kelowna Library; Vancouver Library AV Room

Call Number: W62 D536 2006

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Draw me a picture : a coloring book for kids with cancer (for ages 3 to 6)

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Nessim, Susan, Wyman, Barbara. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim , 1993.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 C5 N465d 1993

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

A coloring book specifically designed to assist children with cancer (ages 3-6) and those who care about them in coping with the crisis brought on by a life-threatening illness. This book is intended to be given to the hospitalized child as early as possible.

Author: Nessim, Susan; Wyman, Barbara

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Susan Nessim

Publication Date: 1993

Subjects: Neoplasms; Infant; Child; Juvenile Literature

Abstract: A coloring book specifically designed to assist children with cancer (ages 3-6) and those who care about them in coping with the crisis brought on by a life-threatening illness. This book is intended to be given to the hospitalized child as early as possible.

ISBN: 0963633309

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 C5 N465d 1993

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Emily's story : back to school after cancer

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Keeney, Susan Nessim. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive , 2007.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 E53 2007

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Childhood cancer survivor Susan Nessim Keeney introduces us to Emily, a nine year old girl with leukemia in this 15 minute documentary. Through this DVD we follow Emily, from her hospitalization to her successful return to classmates and school life. The partnership between the patient, school and …

Author: Keeney, Susan Nessim

Corporate Author: Cancervive

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive

Publication Date: 2007

Physical Description: 15 minutes

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Leukemia; Child; Schools; Social Adjustment; Social Support; Popular Work

Abstract: Childhood cancer survivor Susan Nessim Keeney introduces us to Emily, a nine year old girl with leukemia in this 15 minute documentary. Through this DVD we follow Emily, from her hospitalization to her successful return to classmates and school life. The partnership between the patient, school and hospital is stressed, as well as raising awareness about the challenges of school re-entry.

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: QZ201 E53 2007

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Facing multiple myeloma together

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Keeney, Susan Nessim. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive , 2008.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WH540 F141 2008

Availability: 5 copies, 5 available

This video addresses the myriad issues faced by loved ones who provide support to patients who are diagnosed with this disease. The stories of four couples show how patients and caregivers cope with the disease process, navigate the health care system, make treatment decisions, maintain continuity…

Alternate Title: Multiple myeloma : the caregiver's prespective

Author: Keeney, Susan Nessim

Corporate Author: Cancervive

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive

Publication Date: 2008

Physical Description: 13 minutes

Subjects: Multiple Myeloma; Caregivers; Popular Work

Abstract: This video addresses the myriad issues faced by loved ones who provide support to patients who are diagnosed with this disease. The stories of four couples show how patients and caregivers cope with the disease process, navigate the health care system, make treatment decisions, maintain continuity in their daily lives and live with hope and meaning in the face of illness

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr; Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr; Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WH540 F141 2008

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Friend for life : a story and activity book for kids with cancer (ages 7-11)

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Nessim, Susan, Wyman, Barbara. Los Angeles, CA: Cancervive , 1994.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 C5 N465 1994

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

A storybook and task-oriented activity book specifically designed for children with cancer (ages 7-11). Children who are diagnosed with cancer must face a series of overwhelming hurdles; physical, psychological and social. Everyone with the child can play an essential role in minimizing the trauma…

Alternate Title: Draw me a picture II

Author: Nessim, Susan; Wyman, Barbara

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Cancervive

Publication Date: 1994

Subjects: Neoplasms; Infant; Child; Juvenile Literature

Abstract: A storybook and task-oriented activity book specifically designed for children with cancer (ages 7-11). Children who are diagnosed with cancer must face a series of overwhelming hurdles; physical, psychological and social. Everyone with the child can play an essential role in minimizing the trauma associated with the disease. The patient, family, and medical team enter into a complex interdependent relationship. The child's ability to cope with and adjust to their illness is strengthened by an environment which is open and supportive.

ISBN: 0963633325

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

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

Call Number: QZ201 C5 N465 1994

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Going the distance : facing lung cancer together

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Nessim, Susan. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim-Keeney/Cancervive , 2005.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WF658 G615 2005

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Provides patients and caregivers with practical advice and personal insights from lung cancer survivors and their spouses. This patient-education DVD facilitates communication, provides information and emotional support to families as they confront the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer.

Author: Nessim, Susan

Corporate Author: Cancervive; Living With It

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Susan Nessim-Keeney/Cancervive

Publication Date: 2005

Physical Description: 14 minutes

Subjects: Lung Neoplasms - psychology; Lung Neoplasms - therapy; Social Support; Popular Work

Abstract: Provides patients and caregivers with practical advice and personal insights from lung cancer survivors and their spouses. This patient-education DVD facilitates communication, provides information and emotional support to families as they confront the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer.

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WF658 G615 2005

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Kids tell kids what it's like when their mother or father has cancer

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Nessim, Susan. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive , 1998.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 N465k 1998

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

This documentary encourages children to discuss their concerns and fears by showing them other kids have similar feelings. Fear, anger, guilt, and jealousy are all discussed.

Author: Nessim, Susan

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive

Publication Date: 1998

Physical Description: 15 minutes

Subjects: Parent-Child Relations; Neoplasms - psychology; Popular Work

Abstract: This documentary encourages children to discuss their concerns and fears by showing them other kids have similar feelings. Fear, anger, guilt, and jealousy are all discussed.

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

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

Call Number: QZ201 N465k 1998

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Living with MDS (myelodysplastic syndromes)

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Keeney, Susan Nessim. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive , 2007.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WH380 L786 2007

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

Alternate Title: Living with myelodysplastic syndromes

Author: Keeney, Susan Nessim

Corporate Author: Cancervive

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive

Publication Date: 2007

Physical Description: 14 minutes

Subjects: Myelodysplastic Syndromes; Social Support; Popular Work

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr; Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WH380 L786 2007

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Living with multiple myeloma

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Keeney, Susan Nessim. Los Angeles, CA: Cancervive , 2006.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WH540 L786 2006

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Keeney, Susan Nessim

Corporate Author: Cancervive

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Cancervive

Publication Date: 2006

Physical Description: 14 minutes

Subjects: Multiple Myeloma; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WH540 L786 2006

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Making the grade : back to school after cancer for teens

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Nessim, Susan. Los Angeles, CA: Cancervive , 1999.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 N465m 1999

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Nessim, Susan

Corporate Author: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Cancervive

Publication Date: 1999

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Schools; Adolescent; Popular Work

Language: English

Material Type: Video; VHS

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: QZ201 N465m 1999

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Road ahead : coping with cancer chemotherapy : for patients and families

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Keeney, Susan Nessim. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive , 2004.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ267 R628 2004

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

Author: Keeney, Susan Nessim

Corporate Author: Cancervive

Place of Publication: Los Angeles, CA

Publisher: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive

Publication Date: 2004

Physical Description: 18 minutes

Subjects: Neoplasms - drug therapy; Patients; Family; Social Support; Popular Work

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

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

Call Number: QZ267 R628 2004

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