Explains the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for cervical cancer, details what to do when a person has been diagnosed, and discusses mental health and emotional issues.
"A 12-year-old aspiring comedian uses humor to cope when his mother is diagnosed with breast cancer, while also dealing with girl problems, bully problems, best-friend problems, and school problems."--.
Thirteen-year-old Conor has had nightmares about a monster nearly every night since his mother began her treatments. When the monster appears outside his bedroom window, it wants him to accept the truth and helps him through the tragedy of loss.
Thirteen-year-old Conor awakens one night to find a monster outside his bedroom window, but not the one from the recurring nightmare that began when his mother became ill--an ancient, wild creature that wants him to face truth and loss.
treatments, resources, self-help, good news, updates
Ricks, Delthia
2005
Offers comprehensive information on breast cancer, including coverage of diagnosis, treatment options, types of cancer, benefits and side effects of common drugs, and more.
Examines the diagnosis and treatment options of breast cancer, and includes information on its possible causes and prevention, and discusses ways others have coped with the disease.
Provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Features a list of key people and advocacy groups, facts and illustrations, primary source quotes, a chronology, a list of related organizations, and additional resources.
