From Library Journal
Dooley's expertise as a clinical biochemist coupled with Betancort's proficiency as a health writer and experience as a cancer survivor make for an informative, well-researched resource on cutting-edge treatments for many cancers, including breast, ovarian, prostate, lung, and digestive-tract cancers, as well as leukemias and melanoma. Among the innovative therapies discussed are vaccines, immunotherapy, interferons, gene therapy, and monoclonal antibodies. Dooley and Bentacourt explain complex concepts, such as cell mutations that cause cancer, in terms most lay readers can understand. Especially useful are the chapters on biotechnology, clinical trials, and diagnostic testing. The appendixes include a list of National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers, cancer information resources, and biotech research centers. Recommended for larger public library health collections that lack a current work on cancer treatment and all consumer health libraries that include cancer resources. Valeria Long, Grand Valley State Univ. Lib. at the Van Andel Inst., Grand Rapids, MI
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Product Description
Academy of Biochemistry, Waterford, CT. Consumer-oriented text provides a compassionate and comprehensive look at the new medical breakthroughs and how they are being used to treat specific forms of cancer. Includes advice on how to talk to physicians about new treatments and how to participate in clinical trials. Also provides case studies for personal references.
