Cancer Care for the Whole Patient
Cancer Care for the Whole Patient

Author: Institute of Medicine

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2008-03-19

Total Pages: 455

ISBN-13: 0309134161

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Cancer care today often provides state-of-the-science biomedical treatment, but fails to address the psychological and social (psychosocial) problems associated with the illness. This failure can compromise the effectiveness of health care and thereby adversely affect the health of cancer patients. Psychological and social problems created or exacerbated by cancer-including depression and other emotional problems; lack of information or skills needed to manage the illness; lack of transportation or other resources; and disruptions in work, school, and family life-cause additional suffering, weaken adherence to prescribed treatments, and threaten patients' return to health. Today, it is not possible to deliver high-quality cancer care without using existing approaches, tools, and resources to address patients' psychosocial health needs. All patients with cancer and their families should expect and receive cancer care that ensures the provision of appropriate psychosocial health services. Cancer Care for the Whole Patient recommends actions that oncology providers, health policy makers, educators, health insurers, health planners, researchers and research sponsors, and consumer advocates should undertake to ensure that this standard is met.

Cancer Survival
Cancer Survival

Author: DIANE Publishing Company

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 1994-07

Total Pages: 54

ISBN-13: 9780788110665

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Examines differences in the availability of certain health services and outcomes across 2 developed countries -- the U.S. and Canada. Examines survival from 4 specific forms of cancer: lung cancer, colon cancer, Hodgkin's disease, and breast cancer across two locations -- the U.S. and the Canadian province of Ontario. 20 charts and tables.

The Complete Cancer Survival Guide
The Complete Cancer Survival Guide

Author: Peter Teeley

Publisher: Broadway

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 1008

ISBN-13: 0767919890

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Drawing on the advice and information provided by specialists at dozens of major cancer centers, this book provides the most up-to-date information available on how each of the 25 most common forms of cancer is diagnosed and staged, what the most advanced treatments are, and where to go to get the best possible care.

No Expiration Dates
No Expiration Dates

Author: Leon Weisman

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2009-10-07

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13: 1440168709

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Cancer: It's a word that was previously whispered, but now it's frequently the lead-in to the evening news. There are ribbons, walk-a-thons, plays, and documentaries on the subject. In "No Expiration Dates," author Leon Weisman presents an inspirational cancer guide with a fresh approach. Based on personal experience, Weisman offers a useful combination of practical advice, philosophical questions, and humorous observations- with a touch of personal memoir. "No Expiration Dates" presents insights into the many challenges and questions a cancer diagnosis brings for both the patients and their families. Weisman's unique use of literary quotes helps to emphasize the message that a devastating illness is not only survivable but can enlighten previously held perceptions about life. A blueprint for survival, "No Expiration Dates" discusses the surreal nature of hospital stays, the fabric of doctor-patient relationships, and the world of chemotherapy. This non-medical guide provides an understanding of the coping mechanisms necessary to meet the emotional and social challenges of a cancer diagnosis. This memoir of discovery and hope helps develop positive paths to the goals of life extension and recovery.