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• Lung (Early Stage) - NCCN Patient Guidebook (2024) Share

  The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is a not-for-profit alliance of 33 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. They create patient guidebooks specific to cancer disease sites.

  Some books are available in multiple languages. Visit their website for more information: National Comprehensive Cancer Network - Home

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  1. Nccn Lung Early Stage Patient Guidebook 2024 (PDF File, 2.41 MB)
• Metastatic Lung Cancer - NCCN Patient Guidebook Share

  The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is a not-for-profit alliance of 33 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. They create patient guidebooks specific to cancer disease sites.

  Some books are available in multiple languages. Visit their website for more information: National Comprehensive Cancer Network - Home

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  1. Nccn Lung Metastatic Patient Guidebook 2024 (PDF File, 2.38 MB)
• Ovarian Cancer - NCCN Patient Guidebook (2024) Share

  The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is a not-for-profit alliance of 33 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. They create patient guidebooks specific to cancer disease sites.

  Some books are available in multiple languages. Visit their website for more information: National Comprehensive Cancer Network - Home

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  1. Nccn Ovarian Patient Guidebook 2024 (PDF File, 3.19 MB)
• Pancreatic Cancer - NCCN Patient Guidebook (2023) Share

  The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is a not-for-profit alliance of 33 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. They create patient guidebooks specific to cancer disease sites.

  Some books are available in multiple languages. Visit their website for more information: National Comprehensive Cancer Network - Home

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  1. Nccn Pancreatic Patient Guidebook 2023 (PDF File, 1.69 MB)
• Rectal Cancer - NCCN Patient Guidebook (2024) Share

  The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is a not-for-profit alliance of 33 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. They create patient guidebooks specific to cancer disease sites.

  Some books are available in multiple languages. Visit their website for more information: National Comprehensive Cancer Network - Home

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  1. Nccn Rectal Patient Guidebook 2024 (PDF File, 2.47 MB)
• Small Cell Lung Cancer - NCCN Patient Guidebook (2024) Share

  The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is a not-for-profit alliance of 33 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. They create patient guidebooks specific to cancer disease sites.

  Some books are available in multiple languages. Visit their website for more information: National Comprehensive Cancer Network - Home

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  1. Nccn Small Cell Lung Cancer Patient Guidebook 2024 (PDF File, 1.85 MB)
• Stomach Cancer - NCCN Patient Guidebook (2023) Share

  The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is a not-for-profit alliance of 33 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. They create patient guidebooks specific to cancer disease sites.

  Some books are available in multiple languages. Visit their website for more information: National Comprehensive Cancer Network - Home

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  1. Nccn Stomach Patient Guidebook 2023 (PDF File, 3.89 MB)
• An Overview of Pancreatic Cancer - Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PCAN) Share

  This booklet is a resource for patients and families who want to understand pancreatic cancer. The more information and knowledge you have, the more empowered you can be about decisions associated with a pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Use this booklet as a reference guide to talk about pancreatic cancer with your healthcare team.

  More information can be found by visiting the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network website: www.pancan.org

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  1. Pcan An Overview Of Pancreatic Cancer 2024 (PDF File, 4.39 MB)
• Diet and Nutrition - Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Share

  Proper nutrition is important for maintaining a good quality of life. After diagnosis with pancreatic cancer and once treatment begins, nutritional needs will change. Nutritional concerns may include loss of appetite, weight loss, diarrhea and diabetes. Choosing the right foods before, during and after treatment can help a patient better tolerate treatment and feel healthier and stronger.

  For more information, visit www.pancan.org

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  1. Pan Can Diet Nutrition 2024 02 (PDF File, 5.76 MB)
• Supportive Care - Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (2023) Share

  In this booklet, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) will provide basic information about supportive care options available to pancreatic cancer patients, survivors and caregivers, answer frequently asked questions, and help address any misunderstandings about the purpose behind this type of care. This booklet help guide discussion with healthcare professionals and loved ones who are in need of updated information on the principles of supportive care.

  
  For more information, visit www.pancan.org

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  1. Pan Can Supportive Care 2023 12 (PDF File, 4.7 MB)
• Skin Care During Radiation Therapy Share

  This handout was created by the radiation therapy team at Grand River Regional Cancer Centre. It can help guide you on how to care for your skin during radiation treatment.

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  1. Pem4048 Skin Care During Radiation Therapy 0421 (PDF File, 1.07 MB)
• Treating cancer with T-cell engaging antibodies: What you need to know Share

  T-cell engaging antibodies are a type of medication that use the T-cells in your own immune system to treat cancer. T-cells are a type of white blood cell that help to protect the body from infections and fight cancer. This handout goes over the most important information you need to know about T-cell engaging anti-bodies.

  
  

  Created by Ontario Health - Cancer Care Ontario

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  1. T Cell Engaging Antibodies Patient Info English 20241108 Final (PDF File, 180.32 KB)
• Coping with Trouble Swallowing - Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Program Share

  This handout is an overview of trouble swallowing (dysphagia). It goes through common emotions, effects of treatment, signs and symptoms, and when to take action. The end of the handout has suggestions on where to find more information.

  This handout was created by the Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Program.

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  1. Coping With Trouble Swallowing Pemgrrcc0020 Dec2024 Accessible Final (PDF File, 605.82 KB)
• Nutrition Care Outside of the Cancer Centre - Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Program Share

  A list of nutrition care options in the community. Review this guide if you have general eating and nutrition questions or concerns.

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  1. Nutrition Care Outside Cancer Centre Oct2024 Pemgrrcc0006 Final (PDF File, 287.73 KB)
• Trouble Swallowing Pathfinder - Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Program Share

  A pathfinder is a quick reference guide to key resources on a specific topic. This pathfinder provides websites, books, handouts and support options for patients with trouble swallowing (dysphagia).

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  1. Trouble Swallowing Pathfinder Pemgrrcc0021 Jan2024 Final (PDF File, 1.09 MB)