Cancer Caregiving A-to-Z: An At-Home Guide for Patients and Families [Paperback]

American Cancer Society (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2008

Whether caring for one’s self at home or providing care for a loved one, this indispensable quick reference can improve quality of care and quality of life for those with cancer. Organized in a straight-forward alphabetical format, the book covers more than four dozen critical cancer caregiving topics, from anxiety to weight changes, and is filled with vital checklists, as well as time-saving—perhaps life-saving—“What-to-do-ifs," which are readily accessible.

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About the Author

The American Cancer Society is an organization committed to fighting cancer through balanced programs of research, education, patient service, advocacy, and rehabilitation. Its goals emphasize prevention, early detection, and screening; comprehensive treatment information; answers to questions about insurance, money, and planning for the future; and strategies for coping with the physical symptoms and emotional effects of cancer. They are based in Atlanta.

Product Details

• Paperback: 157 pages
• Publisher: American Cancer Society; 1 edition (May 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0944235921
• ISBN-13: 978-0944235928
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #60,860 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #10 in Books > Education & Reference > Encyclopedias > Medical

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5.0 out of 5 stars A fine encyclopedia 'a to z' reference, August 9, 2008

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This review is from: Cancer Caregiving A-to-Z: An At-Home Guide for Patients and Families (Paperback)

CANCER CAREGIVING A TO Z: AN AT-HOME GUIDE FOR PATIENTS AND FAMILIES describes the most common issues arising in home cancer care, offering patients and caregivers solutions, listing topics in a fine encyclopedia 'a to z' reference form, and offering tips on treatment options, when to call the doctor, and how and where to ask for help. Any general-interest library strong in healthcare in general and cancer home care in particular will find this packed with specific, important details.