Every day we see many visitors in our Patient Resource Centers located in our Cancer Centers. Like you, they have questions about all aspects of cancer and they are looking for reliable and timely information.
Our bookstore reflects years of experience listening to your needs and assembling the best collection of books, audio, videotapes and CD-ROMs available on a wide range of cancer related subjects. We believe you'll find them useful and meaningful whether you are a patient, family member, or friend.
Featured Resources
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Prostate Cancer: Your Decision Notebook®
Published by HealthMark Multimedia
An easy-to-use CD-ROM tool to help with decisions on which prostate cancer treatment is right for you.
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Featured Books
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The Cancer Poetry Project
edited by: Karin B. Miller
This collection provides powerful, bite-size glimpses
into the lives of cancer survivors.
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Lymphedema: A Breast Cancer Patient’s Guide to Prevention and Healing
by: Jeannie Burt and Gwen White, P.T.
Many breast cancer patients who have had lymph involvement in their treatment have had some experience with lymphedema, a troublesome complication defined as swelling of an arm or other body areas due to lymphatic insufficiency. Though this is not a new book, the information it contains is still timely for patients who want to understand the origins of this condition and the various treatment methods available.
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Breast Cancer Husband: How to Help Your Wife (and Yourself) during Diagnosis, Treatment and Beyond
by: Marc Silver
Husbands need insight and support too. This book covers a much-needed aspect of coping with breast cancer.
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57 Good Things About Chemotherapy
by: Alec Kalla, Andy Williamson (Illustrator)
There are several books out with this approach and some readers find it therapeutic - patients finding something humorous about their chemo experience and sharing their wry approach with others.
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Cancer Vixen: A True Story
by: Marisa Acocella Marchetto
A compelling read for those who can relate to a young woman’s experience in a comic book format (called a graphic novel). It’s hip, it’s very real, and it’s totally unique.
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A Primer on Prostate Cancer: The Empowered Patient’s Guide
by: Stephen, M.D. Strum, Donna L. Pogliano
Patients responded well to this author’s approach. There are a few books out on prostate cancer (not as many as for breast cancer) and patients should find the one that speaks to them best.
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Eating Well Through Cancer: Easy Recipes & Recommendations During & After Treatment
by: Holly Clegg, Gerald Miletello
Spiral binding makes this book easy to use in the kitchen. Many reviewers said they bought it for a cancer patient but liked the recipes so much they use it all the time.
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The Melanoma Book: A Complete Guide to Prevention and Treatment
by: Dr. Howard Kaufman
An excellent resource for anyone who has been diagnosed, or knows someone who has been diagnosed with melanoma.
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Sun Protection for Life: Your Guide to Healthy and Beautiful Skin
Information on our nationwide epidemic of skin cancers and what lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your risks.
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That Black Men Might Live: My Fight Against Prostate Cancer
by: Reverend Charles R Williams, Vernon A. Williams
Heart-felt and cautionary first-person account of a prostate cancer survivor.
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The Guide to Living With Bladder Cancer
by: Mark P. Schoenberg, Johns Hopkins Genitourinary Oncology Group (Contributor)
Good basic foundation for bladder cancer diagnosis and treatment, with additional insight from personal stories.
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What to Eat If You Have Cancer: A Guide to Adding Nutritional Therapy to Your Treatment Plan
by: Maureen Keane, M.S., Daniella Chase, M.S., Forward by John A. Lung, M.D.
A handy reference guide for patients who want to understand all about the benefits of nutritional therapy during cancer treatment.
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Bosom Buddies : Lessons and Laughter on Breast Health and Cancer
by Rosie O'Donnell, Debra Axelrod, M.D. F.A.C.S., with Tracy Chutorian Semler
Rosie O'Donnell and oncologist Deborah Axelrod, M.D., team up to demystify and
reduce anxiety about breast health and breast cancer and have produced a
unique, digestible, comprehensive guide to both subjects.
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A review of books by Judy C. Kneece, R.N., OCN,
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The Chemotherapy & Radiation Therapy Survival Guide
by Judith McKay and Nancee Hirano.
A calm, thorough approach by two oncology nurses who've been there and
done that enough to anticipate all of your questions and answer them
here. They acknowledge the importance of your concerns and this
no-nonsense treatment guide helps to clarify the chemotherapy and
radiation therapy process while putting myth and rumor in their place
and setting realistic goals for maximizing health during treatment. The
authors have been with thousands who've made this journey successfully
and this alone is quietly comforting.
For an interview with the authors Click here.
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Featured Audiotapes
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Less Stress Surgery: A Guided Imagery Relaxation
by: Neil F. Neimark, M.D.
Dr. Neimark's goal with his guided imagery is to effect a positive impact on preoperative and postoperative anxiety, pain, and overall satisfaction levels after surgery. For those patients who are interested in utilizing guided imagery to supplement surgical treatment, they should discuss the use of this tape with their surgeon and also may request the use of it during surgery as well.
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Featured Videos and Multi-Media
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Dissolving & Destroying Cancer Cells “A Guided Imagery Program”
Steve Murray (VHS)
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Successfully Preparing for Cancer Chemotherapy Using Your Subconscious Mind A Guided Imagery and Subliminal Program
Steve Murray (DVD)
Murray has several titles out for guided imagery and cancer patients and they are included in collections at major hospitals around the country. Very helpful for those who are looking to enhance the mind/body connection to healing.
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Focus on Healing through movement & dance
Sherry Lebed Davis (VHS)
Gentle and graceful exercises with music to do at home for post-mastectomy patients. Excellent for increasing range of motion and improving circulation.
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