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1) Skin cancer
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Information about the symptoms, treatment, and research on Skin Cancer.
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English
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Living with Cancer features fictional narratives paired with firsthand advice from a medical expert to help preteens and teenagers feel prepared for dealing with cancer during adolescence. Topics include tests and diagnosis, cancer in teens, treatment, the effects of treatment, coping and getting support, relationships, dealing with school, and the future after treatment ends. Throughout the book, Ask Yourself This questions encourage discussion....
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"Loved Ones With Cancer covers the basics of cancer, what people with cancer might experience, loving someone with cancer, and showing love for others and yourself. Loved Ones With explores what it's like to watch loved ones go through unique and often difficult circumstances. Written in kid-friendly language, this social-emotional learning series supports readers' empathetic understanding of these experiences not only for their loved ones, but also...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Curing Cancer offers a cutting-edge, comprehensive look at one of science's biggest challenges. Includes a look at the history of the topic, recent breakthroughs, key facts to consider, and questions that remain unanswered"--
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"Cancer is not just one disease. There are many types of cancer, and research to find cures owes much to the microscope and the study of cells. This detailed book looks at how, over time, this much-feared group of diseases has become more understood, more treatable with advanced technology, and ultimately more curable."--
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Greenhaven Press, a part of Gale, Cengage Learning
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[2016]
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English
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"Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and publications"--
9) Cancer
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"A cancer diagnosis comes as devastating news regardless of a person's age. It's normal for teens confronting cancer-whether they're battling the disease themselves or supporting a loved one-to feel scared, angry, and confused. This accessible title provides young adults with knowledge that can help them understand the disease and know what to expect from the treatment process. Readers will be engaged by the eye-catching spreads and authentic stories...
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Text uses child-friendly language and illustrations to explain what cancer is, the terminology surrounding its treatment, and the potential consequences of the disease, as well as the healthy emotional reactions children may have when someone in their life has cancer.
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"Cancer doesn't just affect those who have it but their parents, aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters, and friends, too. This book aims to take away the fear around cancer and give a basic understanding to grownups and kids who may have someone in their life who has it."--Publisher's description
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 11
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English
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"A memoir told through the journals, letters, and stories of young cancer patient Esther Earl."--
According to author John Green, his fictional work The Fault In Our Stars was inspired by his friendship with Esther Earl, who "redefined the process of dying young for me." (December 2012 Good Reads interview, http://www.goodreads.com/interviews/show/828.John_Green). He cautions his readers not to take the novel too literally however, stating that...
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"It can be scary and isolating for anyone to learn they have a serious illness. This may be especially true for children, who may not be able to fully understand medical jargon or may not want to ask parents who are scared and worried as well. This thoughtful book explains things that might happen with some illnesses, such as cancer and pneumonia, and associated diagnoses and care. Age-appropriate text will let children know that they're not alone,...
15) Cancer
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Describes the causes, effects, diagnosis, and present treatment of cancer, as well as ongoing research for more effective ways to treat the disease.
16) Cancer
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English
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Explains the various forms of cancer, their symptoms, possible causes, and treatment, and discusses research being conducted to find better means of preventing, detecting, treating, and curing this disease.
17) Cancer
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Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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About 12.5 percent of all deaths in the world are caused by cancer, making it deadlier than AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria combined. Readers will discover how this common, yet deadly disease is diagnosed and treated. They will also learn how different kinds of cancer affect the body differently and why some types are deadlier than others.
18) Cancer
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Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c1991
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English
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Discusses the effects, prevention, detection, and treatment of cancer.