Books

American Cancer Society. American Cancer Society’s Guide to Pain Control: Understanding and Managing Cancer Pain. Atlanta: American Cancer Society, 2004. 616.0472 A512 2004
Considers the types, causes, and myths about cancer pain; the assessment of pain, pain medications, non-drug treatments, and various complementary non-drug treatments, as well as cancer pain for specific groups of people.

Grobstein, Ruth H. The Breast Cancer Book: What You Need to Know to Make Informed Decisions. New Haven: Yale University Press, 2005. 616.99449 G873b
Chapters on breast cancer detection, biopsies, pathology, treatment and second opinions, surgery, radiation therapy, and systemic therapy are followed by a list of further resources.

Hartmann, Lynn C. Mayo Clinic: Guide to Women’s Cancers. Rochester: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 2005. 616.9940082 M473
Provides a comprehensive, in-depth reference for the lay reader who needs current information about breast cancer and gynecological cancers. Much detailed, practical advice on daily coping and managing is included.

Kaelin, Carolyn M. Living through Breast Cancer: What a Harvard Doctor and Survivor Wants You to Know about Getting the Best Care While Preserving Your Self Image. NY:McGraw Hill, 2005. 616.99449 K11L
All aspects of breast cancer care, surgery, therapy, treatment effects, and thriving afterwards from a breast cancer surgeon who is also a breast cancer survivor.

Lange, Vladimir. Be a Survivor: Your Guide to Breast Cancer Treatment. Los Angeles: Lange Productions, 2005. 616.99449 L274b
In clear and well-illustrated format, this third edition explores all aspects of breast cancer: basics, diagnosis, surgery, reconstruction, the various therapies, and life after cancer.

Silver, Marc. Breast Cancer Husband: How to Help Your Wife (and Yourself) through Diagnosis, Treatment and Beyond. Emmaus, Pa.: Rodale, 2004. 616.9949 S587b
From a special vantage point, a guide to aid a husband’s support, assistance, and encouragement during all phases of the breast cancer. A breast cancer glossary and list of experts consulted are included.

Magazine Articles via EBSCO Host

Acosta, Kim. “Olive Oil Fights Breast Cancer.” Shape. Aug. 2005: 90. MasterFile Premier. EbscoHost. Ferguson Lib., Stamford. 25 Aug. 2005.
Oleic acid, which comprises 75 percent of extra virgin, cold-press olive oil, cuts the amount of the defective HER2/neu protein linked to aggressive breast cancer by half.

Barnard, Neal. “Can You Fight Cancer with a Healthy Diet?” Vegetarian Times. Sept. 2005: 18. MasterFile Premier. EbscoHost. Ferguson Lib., Stamford. 24 Aug. 2005.
Women who began a low-fat diet (33 grams of fat daily) and maintained it for several years, had a lower risk of recurrence of postmenopausal breast cancer and better survival rates than those who averaged 51 grams of fat daily.

Harrar, Sari N. “Speedy and Painless Breast Test.” Prevention. Sept. 2005: 39. MasterFile Premier. EbscoHost. Ferguson Lib., Stamford. 24 Aug. 2005.
The Z-Tech Breast Scan, which uses a tiny dose of current, shows low resistance for malignant cancer cells. Results of a 6,000-woman study will be reported in 2 to 3 years.

Holmes, Michelle D. “Physical Activity and Survival after Breast Cancer Diagnosis.” JAMA: Journal of the American Medical Association. 25 May 2005: 2479-2486. (Located via: Australian Nursing Journal. Aug. 2005: 27.)
A comprehensive report of the Nurses’ Health Study of 2,987 breast cancer patients. Greatest benefit resulted from walking three to five hours per week, with greatest benefits among women with hormone-responsive tumors. (See also: “Walking Keeps Breast Cancer in Check.”)

“Walking Keeps Breast Cancer in Check.” Australian Nursing Journal. Aug. 2005: 27. MasterFile Premier. EbscoHost. Ferguson Lib., Stamford. 25 Aug. 2005.
A study of 2,987 women with Stage 1, 2, or 3 breast cancer revealed that walking three to five hours a week caused a fifty percent reduction in risk of death. (See also: Holmes, Michelle D., above.)

Internet Articles and Websites

American Cancer Society. 30 Aug. 2005.
Under ‘Breast Cancer’, provides a general overview, detailed guide, and additional information, as well as a glossary, cancer drug guide, and treatment options.

U.S. FDA Center for Devices and Radiological Health. 30 Aug. 2005.
To locate a certified mammography facility on this website, search under Radiological Health, Mammography Program, Consumer Information, Search for a Certified Facility.

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. 30 Aug. 2005.
Up-to-date information on all aspects of breast cancer, including risk factors, prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, and support. A special message board allows sharing with other breast cancer patients. A phone helpline is also provided.

National Breast Cancer Foundation. 30 Aug. 2005.
Advocates early detection through mammography for women over 40. Information includes cancer myths, signs and symptoms, news updates, reading list, information in Spanish.