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Across the void : through cancer and into life

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Bonello, Laurie. Saskatoon, SK: Laurie Bonello , 2009. large print ed.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 B712 2009

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Bonello, Laurie

Edition: large print ed.

Place of Publication: Saskatoon, SK

Publisher: Laurie Bonello

Publication Date: 2009

Physical Description: 162 p. ; 21 cm.

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Adaptation, Psychological; Life Change Events; Personal Narratives

ISBN: 9780981213606

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WP870 B712 2009

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Barb Tarbox : a life cut short by tobacco

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Tarbox, Barb. Edmonton, AB: AADAC , 2003.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WA900 T179 2003

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: Tarbox, Barb

Corporate Author: Alberta Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Commission

Place of Publication: Edmonton, AB

Publisher: AADAC

Publication Date: 2003

Physical Description: 17 minutes + 1 guide

Subjects: Lung Neoplasms; Smoking - prevention & control; Tobacco - prevention & control; Smoking Cessation; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WA900 T179 2003

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Between two kingdoms : a memoir of a life interrupted

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Jaouad, Suleika. New York, NY: Random House , 2021.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WH250 J35b 2021

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Alternate Title: Between 2 kingdoms; Between two kingdoms : what almost dying taught me about living

Author: Jaouad, Suleika

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Random House

Publication Date: 2021

Physical Description: x, 348 pages : map ; 21 cm

Subjects: Leukemia; Young Adult; Life Change Events; Journalism; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

ISBN: 9780593236994

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Victoria Cancer Info Ctr; Vancouver Library

Call Number: WH250 J35b 2021

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Bone : dying into life

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Woodman, Marion. New York, NY: Penguin Compass , 2000.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 W892 2000

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Woodman, Marion

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Penguin Compass

Publication Date: 2000

Physical Description: xvi, 245 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.

Subjects: Uterine Neoplasms; Neoplasms - psychology; Mental Healing; Personal Narratives; Popular Work; Imagery (Psychotherapy)

ISBN: 0670893749; 0140196285

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 W892 2000

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Braiding sweetgrass for young adults : indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge and the teachings of plants

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Kimmerer, Robin Wall, Gray Smith, Monique, Neidhardt, Nicole (ill.). Minneapolis, MN: Zest Books , 2022.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WB55 K49 2022

Availability: 5 copies, 5 available

"Botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer's best-selling book Braiding Sweetgrass is adapted for a young adult audience by children's author Monique Gray Smith, bringing Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the lessons of plant life to a new generation" -- Provided by publisher

Author: Kimmerer, Robin Wall; Gray Smith, Monique; Neidhardt, Nicole (ill.)

Place of Publication: Minneapolis, MN

Publisher: Zest Books

Publication Date: 2022

Physical Description: 304 pages : illustrations; 21 cm

Subjects: First Nations; Plants; Plant Preparations; Ethnobotany; Medicine, Traditional; Nature; Ecology; Popular Work

Abstract: "Botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer's best-selling book Braiding Sweetgrass is adapted for a young adult audience by children's author Monique Gray Smith, bringing Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the lessons of plant life to a new generation" -- Provided by publisher

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

ISBN: 9781728458991

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

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

Call Number: WB55 K49 2022

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Braiding sweetgrass : indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge and the teachings of plants

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Kimmerer, Robin Wall. [Minneapolis, MN]: Milkweed Editions , 2013.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WB 55 K49 2013

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Kimmerer, Robin Wall

Place of Publication: [Minneapolis, MN]

Publisher: Milkweed Editions

Publication Date: 2013

Subjects: First Nations; Plants; Plant Preparations; Ethnobotany; Medicine, Traditional; Nature; Ecology; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781571313560

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

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

Call Number: WB 55 K49 2013

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Called back : my reply to cancer, my reply to life

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Cappello, Mary. New York, NY: Fordham University Press , 2021.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 C244 2021

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

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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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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 stories on life and suffering

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Gregory, David Michael, Russell, Cynthia K. Toronto, ON: McGill-Queen's University Press , 1999.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 G822c 1999

Availability: 1 copy, 0 available

"In Cancer Stories five people share their journeys, their stories and the suffering they faced before their deaths. These narratives chronicle the despair, hope and love they experienced while living and dying with cancer, giving the power of the human spirit full voice. Lessons learned are presen…

Author: Gregory, David Michael; Russell, Cynthia K.

Place of Publication: Toronto, ON

Publisher: McGill-Queen's University Press

Publication Date: 1999

Physical Description: xi, 189 p. ; 23 cm

Subjects: Neoplasms - complications; Suffering; Pain - psychology; Caregivers - psychology; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

Abstract: "In Cancer Stories five people share their journeys, their stories and the suffering they faced before their deaths. These narratives chronicle the despair, hope and love they experienced while living and dying with cancer, giving the power of the human spirit full voice. Lessons learned are presented as 'gifts' at the conclusion of each of the five narratives." -- Back cover

ISBN: 0886293545

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: QZ201 G822c 1999

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Cancer with hope : facing illness, embracing life, and finding purpose

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Armstrong, Mike, Vohr, Eric A. Baltimore, MD: Johns Hopkins University Press , 2021.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 A735c 2021

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

"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 int…

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

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Change : a fresh perspective on life (colon cancer)

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Macey, Tyler. [Vancouver, BC?]: Headterner Productions Inc. | Heavywater Studios Ltd. , 2008.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WI520 M142 2008

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Featuring Bret Martin, Tylery Macey, Linda Webb-Khakaba, Mark and Tracy Gonnella, John Shillington, Krystyna Macey, with guest star appearance, Tommy Smothers

Author: Macey, Tyler

Place of Publication: [Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher: Headterner Productions Inc.; Heavywater Studios Ltd.

Publication Date: 2008

Subjects: Colorectal Neoplasms; Adaptation, Psychological; Survivors; Humor; Popular Work; Personal Narratives

Abstract: Featuring Bret Martin, Tylery Macey, Linda Webb-Khakaba, Mark and Tracy Gonnella, John Shillington, Krystyna Macey, with guest star appearance, Tommy Smothers

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WI520 M142 2008

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Chasing daylight : how my forthcoming death transformed my life : a final account

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O'Kelly, Eugene, Postman, Andrew. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill , 2008.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: BF789 D4 O41 2008

Availability: 1 copy, 0 available

Chasing daylight is the inspirational memoir of former KPMG CEO Eugene O'Kelly, written in the three-and -a-half months between his terminal diagnosis with a brain cancer and his death in September 2005. Interweaving details of his illness with reflections on life, death and success, this passiona…

Author: O'Kelly, Eugene; Postman, Andrew

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: McGraw-Hill

Publication Date: 2008

Physical Description: 201 p. ; 22 cm.

Subjects: Death - psychology; Terminally Ill - psychology; Brain Neoplasms; Emotional Adjustment; Life Change Events; Quality of Life; Attitude to Death; Personal Narratives; Biography; Popular Work

Abstract: Chasing daylight is the inspirational memoir of former KPMG CEO Eugene O'Kelly, written in the three-and -a-half months between his terminal diagnosis with a brain cancer and his death in September 2005. Interweaving details of his illness with reflections on life, death and success, this passionate, deeply insightful book provides an unforgettable account of O'Kelly's final journey, and is a compelling reminder of the importance of living a balanced and meaningful life.

ISBN: 9780071499934; 0071499938

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: BF789 D4 O41 2008

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Chicken soup for the soul : the cancer book : 101 stories of courage, support and love ;|It's just a word : reclaiming your life through cancer beautifully

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Cos Cob, CT: Chicken Soup for the Soul Publishing, LLC , 2009.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 C224 2009

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Alternate Title: Cancer book; It's just a word by Elizabeth Bayer

Editor: Canfield, Jack; Hansen, Mark Victor; Tabatsky, David; Bayer, Elizabeth

Place of Publication: Cos Cob, CT

Publisher: Chicken Soup for the Soul Publishing, LLC

Publication Date: 2009

Physical Description: xiv, 382, 46 p. ; 22 cm.

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Survivors - psychology; Family; Social Support; Personal Narratives; Anecdotes; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781935096306; 1935096303

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 C224 2009

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Crazy sexy cancer : a story about looking for a cure, and finding a life

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Carr, Kris, Fassett, Brian, Nathanson, Beth. New York, NY: Gaiam , 2007.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 C311c 2007

Availability: 5 copies, 5 available

25 minute healing yoga routine and guided relaxation with instructor Rodney Yee; Ways to find your om; Get juiced - in the kitchen with Kris; Simple detox methods; Deleted scenes and extended interviews

Alternate Title: Crazy sexy cancer

Author: Carr, Kris; Fassett, Brian; Nathanson, Beth

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Gaiam

Publication Date: 2007

Physical Description: 90 minutes

Subjects: Neoplasms; Female; Women's Health; Women; Neoplasms - rehabilitation; Survivors - psychology; Mental Healing; Spiritual Healing; Mind-Body and Relaxation Techniques; Complementary Therapies; Diet; Popular Work; Personal Narratives

Abstract: 25 minute healing yoga routine and guided relaxation with instructor Rodney Yee; Ways to find your om; Get juiced - in the kitchen with Kris; Simple detox methods; Deleted scenes and extended interviews

ISBN: 9780766235564

Language: English

Material Type: Video; DVD

Audience: Patient or Public

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

Call Number: QZ201 C311c 2007

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Cree healer and his medicine bundle : revelations of indigenous wisdom--healing plants, practices, and stories

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Young, David. Berkeley, CA: North Atlantic Books , 2015.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WB55 Y68 2015

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

Author: Young, David

Place of Publication: Berkeley, CA

Publisher: North Atlantic Books

Publication Date: 2015

Physical Description: xiii, 223 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm

Subjects: First Nations; Medicine, Traditional; Shamanism; Alberta; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781583949030

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

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

Call Number: WB55 Y68 2015

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Determinants of indigenous peoples' health in Canada : beyond the social

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Toronto, ON: Canadian Scholars Press , 2018. 2nd ed.

Audience: Professional

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Editor: Greenwood, Margo; de Leeuw, Sarah; Lindsay, Nicole Marie

Edition: 2nd ed.

Place of Publication: Toronto, ON

Publisher: Canadian Scholars Press

Publication Date: 2018

Series: Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects: Indigenous Canadians; First Nations; Health Services, Indigenous; Social Determinants of Health - history; Health Status Disparities; Medicine, Traditional

ISBN: 9781773380391

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.; Authentication via HealthBC sign in required. Use your BC Cancer staff username and ID when prompted.