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Books
| 44 1/2 choices you can make if you have cancer |
| Author
| Dainow, Sheila |
| Publisher
| Newleaf |
| Description
| A practical book written by people who have experienced cancer as a patient or as a carer. Provides practical tips and hints on coping from pre-diagnosis through to the end of treatment. |
| ISBN
| 0717132226 |
| Date
| 2001 |
| Being a Cancer Patient's Carer A Guide |
| Author
| Wesley C Finegan |
| Publisher
| Radcliffe Publishing |
| Description
| A good basic guide for anyone who is a carer for somebody with cancer. |
| ISBN
| 185775638X |
| Date
| 2005 |
| URL
| http://www.radcliffe-oxford.com |
| Cancer in young adults: through parents’ eyes |
| Author
| Grinyer, Anne |
| Publisher
| Buckingham: Open University Press |
| Description
| Written by a lecturer and aimed at parents and health professionals, the premise of this book is that 18-25 year olds are at a particular life stage which will influence their experience of cancer and their coping strategies. It uses anecdotal evidence from the parents of young adults with cancer, many of whom have died. It includes sections on independence, sexuality and fertility, the need for normality, the effect on siblings and on the parents’ partnership, medical information ownership, financial issues and the emotional consequences of the illness. The theory of teenage development and the sociology of illness are covered in depth. |
| ISBN
| 0335212301 |
| Date
| 2002 |
| Cancer: 50 essential things to do |
| Author
| Anderson, Greg |
| Publisher
| Penguin |
| Description
| A guide to coping with the experience of cancer, written by an American cancer survivor. It discusses how to take control and deal with the day to day stresses of life. It gives good practical advice, such as how to get a second opinion and choose the best course of treatment, and deals with spiritual issues. |
| ISBN
| 0452280745 |
| Date
| 1999 |
| Cancer: a family affair |
| Author
| Shone, Neville |
| Publisher
| Sheldon Press |
| Description
| An interesting and easy to read book for anyone who wants information and advice on the psychological effects that a diagnosis of cancer can have on the family. It considers how to cope with the diagnosis of cancer, the impact on children and carers, and looks at ways of communicating and dealing with feelings of grief. |
| ISBN
| 0859697061 |
| Date
| 1995 |
| Cancer: a positive approach |
| Author
| Thomas, Hilary and Sikora, Karol |
| Description
| Information about all aspects of cancer and the treatments available. Also looks at the controversies in cancer, and includes checklists of questions to ask your doctor. Published by Thorsons. |
| ISBN
| 072253132X |
| Date
| 1995 |
| Cancer: the facts |
| Author
| Whitehouse, Michael & Slevin, Maurice |
| Description
| Information on diagnosis and treatment of different types of cancer. Also considers the emotional needs of cancer patients, living with advanced cancer, and the role of complementary medicine. Published by Oxford University Press. |
| ISBN
| 0192616951 |
| Date
| 1996 |
| Living with cancer |
| Author
| Tobias, Jeffrey and Eaton, Kay |
| Description
| Accompanies the television series of the same name, aiming to demystify cancer and empower patients. Gives the facts about cancer and explains the diagnosis and treatment procedures before focusing on specific cancers in more detail. Includes contributions from patients. Published by Bloomsbury. |
| ISBN
| 0747554102 |
| Date
| 2001 |
| Love, medicine and miracles |
| Author
| Siegel, Bernie |
| Publisher
| Arrow Books |
| Description
| A book written for patients and families affected by cancer, which draws on a wide range of psychological, spiritual and religious themes. He talks about handling fear, anger, pain, becoming open, understanding hope, love and learning how to live. |
| ISBN
| 0099632705 |
| Date
| 1990 |
| Taking Control of Cancer |
| Author
| Beverley Van Der Molen |
| Publisher
| Class Publishing, 2003 |
| Description
| A useful and supportive book, which would be helpful for people who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer, or for their family and friends. |
| ISBN
| 1859590918 |
| Cost
| £14.95 |
| What you really need to know about cancer: a comprehensive guide for patients and their families - Pan |
| Author
| Buckman, Robert |
| Description
| Chapters on all types of cancer including cancer of the colon and rectum. Very comprehensive coverage, including sections on conventional and complementary treatments, screening, living with cancer and attitudes to cancer. Published by Pan |
| ISBN
| 0330336282 |
| Date
| 1997 |
Booklets and factsheets
| Living with cancer |
| Author
| Wessex Cancer Trust |
| Description
| Leaflet |
| Obtain from
| Wessex Cancer Trust, Bellis House, 11 Westwood Road,
Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1DL
Tel: 023 80672200 Fax: 023 80672266 |
| Questions about cancer? Help is there |
| Author
| Macmillan Cancer Relief |
| Description
| Leaflet |
| Obtain from
| Macmillan Cancer Relief, 89 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7UQ.
Tel: 0808 8080000. Fax: 020 7840 7841. Email: cancerline@macmillan.org.uk |
| URL
| http://www.macmillan.org.uk |
Languages
| Bengali,Gujarati
|
| Target cancer |
| Description
| Booklet |
| Obtain from
| The Association of British Pharmaceutical Industry, 12 Whitehall, London SW1A 2DY
Tel: 020 7930 3477 Fax: 020 7747 1411 |
| X-rays How safe are they? |
| Author
| National Radiological Protection Board |
| Description
| leaflet |
| Obtain from
| NRPB, Chilton, Didcot, Oxon OX11 0RQ |
| URL
| http://www.nrpb.org.uk |
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