Library Resources on Cancer,Gippsland Women's Health Service

Library Resources on Cancer

AUDIO **********

WOMEN OF SILENCE
CAN GAW
GAWLER, Grace
The emotional healing of breast cancer. Dealing with the emotional issues surrounding breast cancer. Tape 2 This tape gives practical assistance as well as an indepth look into the female mode of feeling. Tape 2 meditation for women with breast cancer.
1994

CREATING HEALTH
CAN GAW
AUDIO - How to create a healing environment - For patients and families. What can be done to give the best chance of experiencing health, healing, peace of mind? This is a practical tape that details the many possibilities. Covers diet, exercise, massage, communication, the home environment and much more. Good for support people, good to share with your partner.
1993

THE CAUSES OF CANCER
CAN GAW
How to Identify the risks, avoid and transform them. Many causes of cancer are now well established. Most are lifestyle issues and the prevention of cancer is a real possibility. The tape tells how. Also stress and personal traumas are increasingly implicated in the onset of cancer. Ian discusses the cancer personality, how to overcome the risks and rebuild health for those already affected. There are sections on positive emotions and philosophy as well.
1993

YOU CAN CONQUER CANCER
CAN GAW
AUDIO - The self help techniques that regularly transform lives. After a diagnosis of cancer - what next? What to do? where to go? Who can help? Here Ian Gawler clarifies the options. Presenting the balance between medical and self help techniques, Ian details the self healing principles that have helped thousands to live fully.
1994

DOCTOR RIC GORDON ABOUT BREAST CANCER
CAN GOR
GORDON, Ric Dr
Dr Ric Gordon talks about breast cancer

BREAST CANCER
CAN GOR
GORDON, Ric
Audio
2002

ALL ABOUT EARLY BREAST CANCER
CAN NBC
NATIONAL BREAST CANCER CENTRE
Two cassettes containing information about early breast cancer. It is for women who have been told they have early breast cancer and may also be useful to their partner, family and friends.
2 hours 23 mins for the two tapes. Also available in a book , "All about early breast cancer."
1996
2 hours 23 mins

ALL ABOUT EARLY BREAST CANCER
CAN NBC
NATIONAL BREAST CANCER CENTRE
Two cassettes containing information about early breast cancer. It is for women who have been told they have early breast cancer and may also be useful to their partner, family and friends.
2 hrs 23 mins for the two tapes. Also available in a book, "All about early breast cancer".
1996
2 hrs 23 mins

WHEN THE WOMAN YOU LOVE HAS EARLY BREAST CANCER: A guide for partners
CAN NBC
National Breast Cancer Centre
Audio for the partners and family - health professionals discuss physical and emotional aspects of diagnosis and treatment, and suggest how partners and women with breast cancer can offer practical and emotional support on each other. Also suggests how partners can access support for themselves - 64 mins 38 secs
64 mins 38 secs

WHEN THE WOMAN YOU LOVE HAS ADVANCED BREAST CANCER: A guide for partners
CAN NBC
National Breast Cancer Centre
Audio for the partners and family - men who live with women who have breast cancer recurrences or advanced disease speak openly about the challenges they face as partners, parents and carers. making treatment decisions, managing difficult symptoms and side effects, and seeking support are just some of the issues addressed. - 62 mins 50 secs
62 mins 50 secs

ALL ABOUT EARLY BREAST CANCER
CAN NBC
NATIONAL BREAST CANCER CENTRE
Two cassettes containing information about early breast cancer. It is for women who have been told they have early breast cancer and may also be useful to their partner, family and friends.
2 hrs 23 mins for the two tapes. Also available in a book, "All about early breast cancer".
1996
2 hrs 23 mins

BOOK **********

BREAST CANCER - A PATIENT GUIDE
CAN AND
ANDERSON, Patricia J
Most women react with shock, fear, or anger when diagnosed with breast cancer. One way to cope with the disease is to learn as much about it as possible. Knowing the facts helps relieve the fear associated with the unknown. Whether you have a new diagnosis of breast cancer, or are already in therapy, this book can help overcome the emotional and physical pain.
191 p
1993

THE CANCER WORD BOOK
CAN ANT
ANTI CANCER COUNCIL OF VICTORIA
Your guide to the language of cancer. This dictionary will help you with some of the medical and scientific terms most often used by nurses, doctors, researchers and technicians who deal with cancer on an everyday basis.
44 p
1997

THE BREAST CANCER PREVENTION DIET:The powerful foods, supplements and drugs that can help save your life.
CAN ARN
ARNOT, Bob Dr
Using the very latest nutritional research and evidence from around the world, the author offers an easy-to-follow program with all the information needed to make dietary choices that could dramatically affect their lives- it can play a part in decreasing the risk of developing breast cancer or helping prevent a recurrence.
262 p
1999

BREAST CANCER IN AUSTRALIAN WOMEN 1921 - 1994
CAN AUS
KRICKER, Anne; Paul Jeffs
Statistics and data on breast cancer
1996

PATIENT NO MORE - The Politics of Breast Cancer
CAN BAT
BATT, Sharon
An Australian edition of a canadian journalist's research into breast cancer and the economic and social factors affecting its treatment for patients
431 p
1996

PATIENT NO MORE - The Politics of Breast Cancer
CAN BAT
BATT, Sharon
An Australian edition of a Canadian journalist's research into breast cancer and the economic and social factors affecting its treatment for patients
431 p
1996

THE COURAGE TO CARE
CAN BAX
BAXANDALL, Susanne
In this book, individuals who have cared for someone with cancer relive their hopes, struggles and fears; their angers and frustrations; and the rewards. But, most importantly, they described what helped them. This book will challenge the way many professionals think about caring. It will give support and information to all carers who choose to make this difficult journey.
181 p
1993

CANCER FOR TWO Conquering a cancer together
CAN BEN
BENNETT, David
The story from a man's point of view as well as his wife's as they go through the diagnosis, treatment and recovery stages of his cancer, facing all the ramifications such as sexuality
2006

A WOMAN'S DECISION
CAN BER
BERGER, Karen; John Bostwick
Breast Care Treatment and Reconstruction. A timely book that should be read by every woman. This is an extraordinarily sensitive and authoritative book that will help women assess their options, familiarize themselves with the techniques used in treating cancer, and prepare themselves for what to expect medically and emotionally for reconstructive surgery. It combines complete medical information with a detailed look at the emotional issues a woman must face when confronting breast cancer. Especially reassuring are the interviews conducted with women and their loved ones; they discuss their feeling and reactions at every stage, including the decision to seek reconstructive surgery.
564 p
1994

WELCOME TO THE AMAZON CLUB
CAN BIS
BISSELL, Jane
Diary from a woman during the first year with breast cancer.
2004

IN THE CONSTELLATION OF THE CRAB
CAN BRE
BRETT, Doris
Poetry based on author's experiences
1996

STILL MAKING A DIFFERENCE Australia's Second Breast Cancer Conference for Women 2004
CAN BRE
Breast Cancer Network Australia
Reports from conference on the topics discussed with recommendations
2005

FACING CANCER : Searching for solutions
CAN BYR
BYRSKI, Liz
An examination of orthodox and alternative treatments for cancer.
161 p
1989

IT'S NOT LIKE THAT, ACTUALLY A memoir of surviving cancer - and beyond
CAN CAR
CARR, Kate
The emotional and physical hurdles of a breast cancer survivir including the her ability to "hope"
2004

REFLECTIONS: Cancer Patients Cancer Treatment
CAN COA
COATES: Wendy
Practical ideas and information
64 p
1998

YOUNG AUSTRALIAN WOMEN WITH BREAST CANCER: PERSPECTIVES OF THEIR ILLNESS EXPERIENCES
CAN CON
CONNELL, Shirley Elizabeth
Young women with breast cancer have been found to experience their disease more negatively and more intensely that their older counterparts. Young in this study is defined as under 40. The research thesis looks into the problems faced by young women with breast cancer such as questions of future fertility, breast feeding, contraception as well as concerns with family relationships, emotional aspects and negative physical consequences of treatment. Body image is of grreater concern than with older women.
2005

BOSOM BUDDIES: Uplifting stories of breast cancer survival
CAN CRO
CROFT, Gaye
Four individual stories which reveal the human side of cancer as each woman recounts how she approached diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
180 p
2002

BREAST CANCER
CAN DYS
DYSON, Linda
Explains what breast cancer is and why it occurs, as well as the diagnostic processes and treatments currently available. Offers suggestions for coping with the emotional and practical demands of a serious illness.
147 p
1989

YOU CAN CONQUER CANCER
CAN GAW
GAWLER, Ian
By a Melbourne man diagnosed with cancer, an approach to healing through meditation, relaxation and commitment to wellness.
232 p
1984

BALD BADGE OF COURAGE: An autobiogrphical experience of breast cancer
CAN GIR
GIRDWOOD, Lesley
An autobiographical experience of breast cancer
144 p
1999

THE CANCER HELP SOURCE BOOK
CAN HEN
HENDERSON, Christine; Raymond, Angela
An Australian book covering support and self help groups. A guide to available literature and audio visual resources. Information regarding nutrition. Sources of spiritual comfort and support, and your rights as a cancer patient.
128 p
1990

A GUIDE FOR WOMEN WITH METASTATIC BREAST CANCER
CAN ISO
iSource National Breast Cancer Centre
For weomern with metastatic breast cancer, this gives women a guide to treatments available as well as personal stories. Also gives advice on how to cope with possible side effects of the individual treatments.
2001

BREAST CANCER THERAPY Information Guide Vol 1 Adjuvant therapy
CAN JEF
JEFFORD, Michael
Booklet on adjuvant therapy following breast cancer operation ie chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and hormone therapy
2001

LIVING THROUGH BREAST CANCER
CAN KAE
KAELIN, Carolyn
A Harvard doctor and survivor on how to get the best care for you. Covers medical aspects as well as ways on holding on to being in control and maintaining your self-esteem.
2005

NO LESS A WOMAN Ten Women shatter the myths about breast cancer
CAN KAH
KAHANE, Deborah Hobler
Stories by women on their experiences with breast cancer
1990

SPINNING STRAW INTO GOLD : Your emotional recovery from breast cancer
CAN KAY
KAYE, Ronnie
Covers most aspects of diagnosis to treatment of breast cancer, including information on a range of treatments, surgical, medical and alternative. Discussion of emotional aspects of breast cancer.
218 p
1991

SPIRITED WOMEN
CAN KIN
KING, Petrea
Addresses the many practical as well a emotional issues faced by women of diverse backgrounds as they journey with the experience of breast cancer.
289 p
1995

BREAST CARE OPTIONS
CAN KUE
KUEHN, Paul
Breast care options and how to cope with breast cancer. Includes self examination , modern imaging techniques, surgery and tumor size, nutrition, benign breast problems, contraception and whether your personallity makes you cancer prone
1986

BREAST CANCER CAN YOU PREVENT IT?
CAN LAW
LAWSON, Amelia; LAWSON, James
Authors use research based evidence in outlining basic facts about breast cancer so that women can assess their own risk. Includes nutrition, known or perceived causes, reproductive behaviour, the pill and hrt.
1999

WHAT YOUR DOCTOR MAY NOT TELL YOU ABOUT BREAST CANCER: How hormone balance can help save your life
CAN LEE
LEE, John R. ; ZAVA, David PHD; HOPKINS, Virginia
Dr Lee and Dr Zava have created a hormone balance program , based on cutting -edge research and this book outlines preventative strategies as wellas showing you how you can help reduce the risk of recurrence.
410372 p
2002

SHE'S GOT WHAT?
CAN LET
LETHBORG, Carrie; KIRSNER, Angela
A girl's world changes when her mother is diagnosed with breast cancer. She fears her mother may die, she is angry that her mother is not around to help at school and she's embarassed that she is getting special treatment. Will things ever get back to normal?

DR SUSAN LOVE'S BREAST BOOK
CAN LOV
LOVE, Susan
Although the book covers extensively breast cancer and how it occurs and its treatment, there is a considerable part of the book that covers breasts, and breast health such as breast feeding, variations in development and plastic surgery. It also covers abnormalities - cancers as well as fibrocystic disease, pains nipples and lumps. The diagnosis of breast problems such as the tests available are described. along with the treatment of breast cancer and living with it
1995

NADIA'S STORY FIGHTING BREAST CANCER
CAN MAF
MAFFEI, Nadia, TAYLOR, Andrew; MAFFEI, Walter
Young woman's autobiography of a struggle with cancer and her fight for a better deal for women with breast disorders

ADVANCED BREAST CANCER: A guide to living with metastatic disease, second edition
CAN MAY
MAYER, Musa
The elequent voices in Advanced Breast Cancer speak of a different reality: that women with metastatic breast cancer generally go on to live with their disease, often for many years, and that the time they have can be full and meaningful.
504 p
1998

WHAT IS HAPPENING TO MY MOMMY?
CAN MOR
MORAN, Noela
A heartwarming booklet for children whose mothers are undergoing treatment for cancer. Very sensitively written and drawn. Talks about what the mother will do with her daughter when she fully recovers

TIME OF MY LIFE
CAN NAT
NATHAN, Joel
What would you do if you were told you had three months to live? In this book, the author tells how he survived cancer, and his courage and honesty gives hope to people diagnosed with cancer.
247 p
1992

WHAT TO DO WHEN THEY SAY "IT'S CANCER" a survivor's guide
CAN NAT
NATHAN, Joel
Covers getting the diagnosis confirmed, how to tell family and friends, treatment options and how to be a survivor
1998

OVARIAN CANCER IN AUSTRALIAN WOMEN
CAN NBC
NATIONAL BREAST CANCER CENTRE
The report is the first in Australia to report on the epidemiology of ovarian cancer nationally and local variations in States
2002

CLINICAL PRACTICE GUIDELINES FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT OF YOUNGER WOMEN WITH BREAST CANCER
CAN NBC
NATIONAL BREAST CANCER CENTRE
Guidelines aim to cover the emotional as well as physical aspects of the disease for the younger woman. Includes cultural sensitivity, evidence based treatments and involving the patient in decision making
2003

THE CLINICAL MANAGEMENT OF DUCTAL CARCINOMA IN SITU, LOBULAR CARCINOMA IN SITU AND ATYPICAL HYPERPLASIA OF THE BREAST
CAN NBC
NATIONAL BREAST CANCER CENTRE
Provides recommendations regarding appropriate practice, to be followed subject to the clinician's judgement and the patient's preference in each individual case
2003

PSYCHOSOCIAL CLINICAL PRACTICAL GUIDELINES: PROVIDING INFORMATION, SUPPORT AND COUNSELLING FOR WOMEN WITH BREAST CANCER
CAN NHM
NHMRC
1999

CLINICAL PRACTICE GUIDELINES FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF ADVANCED BREAST CANCER
CAN NHM
NHMRC
Covers psychosocial interventions, families partners and children, care, clinical trials assessment, palliative care, management of disease both metastatic and local advanced, and analgesics for pain
2001

ICE BOUND One woman's incredible battle for survival at the South Pole
CAN NIE
NIELSEN, Jerri
Story of survival of doctor who when working at the South Pole, self -diagnosed that she had breast cancer.
378 p
2002

WHEN A PARENT HAS CANCER: HOW TO TALK TO YOUR KIDS A guide for parents with cancer, their families and friends
CAN NSW
CANCER COUNCIL NSW
Covers from teenagers to toddlers: provides information on how to talk about treatment, diagnosis, after treatment, advanced cancer and specialist help. Discusses reactions to expect from children in a concise readable format
2005

HEARTSONGS IN THE KEY OF C Women writing about breast cancer
CAN PAR
PARSONS, Marlene; Sharyn Dickeson (eds)
Stories written as part of a writing workshop on how women have coped with their own cancer or that of their family member's.
2006

RECOGNITION, TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF PRIMARY LYMPHOEDEMAS
CAN PIL
PILLER, Neil
Information for patients who have had cancer treatment and how to cope with lymphoedemas should it occur

RECOGNITION TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF A LYMPHOEDEMA ARM Information for Patients
CAN PIL
PILLER, Neil
Booklet that covers why the removal of a breast or part of a breast and the lymph nodes can cause a swollen arm - the lymphoedema. Also suggests ways in which the condition may be prevented such as avoiding cuts and cuts, as well as the optimal care for your arm
2004

RECOGNITION TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF A LYMPHOEDEMA LEG Information for Patients
CAN PIL
PILLER, Neil
Booklet that covers what can happen when tissues and structures are removed from the lower abdominal or groin area and why lymphoedema may develop
2004

THE LYMPHOEDEMA HANDBOOK Causes effects and management
CAN PIL
PILLER, Neil; Marie O'CONNOR
For patients carers and doctors, the authors explain how the lymphatic system works, signs and sypmtoms of lymphoedema, diagnostic techniques, therapies and treatments and lifestyle changes
2002

YOUR LIFE IN YOUR HANDS:Understanding, preventing and overcoming breast cancer
CAN PLA
PLANT, Jane Prof
Understanding, preventing and overcoming breast cancer
262 p
2000

HAIR LOSS
CAN QUE
Queensland Cancer Fund
How to treat hair after treatment and how to cover the scalp with wigs and turbans. Service referrals are Queensland based
2003

BREAST RECONSTRUCTION
CAN QUE
Queensland Cancer Fund
Discuss the reasons to have a breast reconstruction, the types of reconstruction , the operation and its affects and support available
2002

UNDERSTANDING RADIATION THERAPY
CAN QUE
QUEENSLAND CANCER FUND
Explains how radiation therapy works, what the equipment is, common side effects, and how to get further advice
2003

YOUR CANCER, YOUR LIFE
CAN REY
REYNOLDS, Dr. Trish
Gives the information to enable you to make you own choices with cancer and its treatment. Information on what cancer is, various treatments and side effects, symptoms and their treatment.
306 p
1987

I'M GLAD I DID NOT GIVE UP A cancer patient's experiences
CAN ROB
ROBSON, Irene
A book written for other victims of cancer to fight for their rights and to gain courage in fighting the disease
1988

CANCER AT YOUR FINGERTIPS All your questions answered about living with cancer
CAN ROS
ROSENFELD, Maxine; Val Speechley
In a question and answer format, the book which has been revised for Australian and New Zealand readers covers the different types of treatment and care of cancer; complementary therapies; and life after treatment; also covers relapses and terminal care and dying. Does not cover specific types of cancer
2004

WOMAN TO WOMAN:A handbook for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer.
CAN SCH
SCHNIPPER, Hester Hill, LICSW; BERNS, Joan Feinberg, Ph. D.
Understanding thoughts and sound advice from women who share you experience - provides the essential information you're looking for and includes how to find the right doctor and understand the treatment options available to you.
146 p
1996

COPING WITH BREAST CANCER
CAN SCO
SCOTT, Jennifer
Booklet on breast cancer that covers how to best cope with emotions, family support & radiation treatment. Also deals with sexuality body image and self esteem
2002

YOUR OPERATION BREAST LUMPS A GUIDE TO THE DISEASES OF THE BREAST
CAN SMI
SMITH, Jane; LEAPER, David
Outlines the causes of lumps and pains in the breast, the different types of cancers, investigative and diagnostic procedures, preparation for surgery, and breast reconstruction
1994

RECOVERING FROM BREAST SURGERY Exercises to strengthen your body and relieve pain
CAN STU
STUMM, Diana
Book explains what to do immediately after surgery - with illustrated exercises, self care measures and post surgical needs
1995

HELPING YOUR CHILDREN COPE WITH YOUR CANCER A Guide for parents and families
CAN VAN
VAN DERNOOT
Personal stories on coping with cancer and strategies to help with bahavioural problems and expressing feelings
118 p
2002

WOMAN TO WOMAN A research report on the experience of rural women with breast cancer and implications for the provision of health services
CAN VER
VERDE, Angela et al
Women aged between 34 and 70 in the Hume region were asked how breast cancer affected their lives and the quality of services they received. There were mixed responses with timely information and good communication with professionals being critical issues.
2004

BREAST CANCER? BREAST HEALTH THE WISE WOMAN WAY
CAN WEE
WEED, Susan S
Covers possible causes of cancer such as environmental, heridatary, and dietary factors as well as how to look after our own breasts. Looks at what to do if can cer is diagnosed such as treatments and herbal resources
1996

WOMAN TO WOMAN Insights from rural women with breast cancer
CAN WHG
PARKINSON, Debra (ed)
The personal stories of twenty women's experiences of breast cancer
2004

CANCER PREVENTION REDUCING THE RISK diet lifestyle checkups - how to be cancer smart
CAN WOO
WOODLAND, Susan
Concise book on cancer prevention -highlights specifically lung cancer, bowel cancer, skin cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, cervical and ovarian, and testicular
2003

SYMPTOM CONTROL IN ADVANCED CANCER
CAN WOO
WOODRUFF, Roger
Control of pain and palliative care in advanced cancer
2002

CD-R **********

WHEN THE WOMAN YOU LOVE HAS ADVANCED BREAST CANCER: A CD for men whose partners have advanced breast cancer
CAN NBC
National Breast Cancer Centre
CD for men who live with women who have breast cancer recurrences or advanced disease speak openly about the challenges they face as partners, parents and carers. making treatment decisions, managing difficult symptoms and side effects, and seeking support are just some of the issues addressed. - 62 mins 50 secs
62' 54"

WARRIOR WOMEN Images and Words from the Warrior Women Exhibition and Beyond. A CD Rom exploring the experience of breast cancer
CAN WAR
WARRIOR WOMEN STEERING COMMITTEE
The Warrior Women exhibition was a mixed media artistic exhibition created by women exploring their experiences of breast cancer. Over 100 artworks videos, projections, audios, slides, photos digital designs and writing are featured in the CD and accompanying booklet
2003

DVD **********

EMPOWERING YOUNG WOMEN WITH EARLY BREAST CANCER
CAN NOR
Northern Rivers DGP; National Breast Cancer Centre
Interviews with professionals and survivors on surgery, sexuality, fertility, breast reconstruction, body image and the future
2006

KIT **********

STEPS PROGRAM 2004 Steps towards enhancing personal self-growth FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY
CAN BRE
BREASTCARE - Breast Services Enhancement Program - Gippsland
Kit for Professionals to conduct self growth courses for people who have had breast cancer treatment
2004

VIDEO **********

WE'VE ONLY GOT ONE BETWEEN US
CAN ACC
Anti-Cancer Council
Women talk about the impact of breast cancer on body image, changes in their breasts that led them to seek medical advice, talking to their family members and doctors about treatment choices, intimate relationships, the reactions of others and much more.
May 1998
17 Mins

YOUNG PEOPLE CAN(CER) TALK
CAN ACC
Anti-Cancer Council
Five young people talk openly about the changes that occured in their lives after they or a sibling were diagnosis, different forms of treatment, how friends and families reacted to the news, boyfriends and girlfriends and some advice to viewers.
May 1998
18 Mins

BREASTHEALTH
CAN ACC
ANTI-CANCER COUNCIL
A video that shows you everything you ever wanted to know about your breasts - but were too afraid to ask.
1999
20 mins

A Program of MOVEMENT MASSAGE AND MEDITATION
CAN BAR
BARTHOLOMUESZ, Jill
The aim of this 60 min video is to introduce benefits of MOVEMENT MASSAGE AND MEDITATION to members of Cancer Support Groups. Together with leaders notes this resource is specifically designed by Jill Bartholomeusz, an experienced physiotherapist, to be suitable for people living with cancer.
1997
60 mins

POST OPERATIVE EXERCISES AND SUPPORT
CAN BCA
BREAST CANCER ASSOC OF QUEENSLAND
This video provides women with information about shoulder mobility, arm swelling and associated physical symptoms which occur following treatment for breast cancer and particularly removal of lymph glands in the axilla. The video is not meant to a definitive exercise program but is intended to help women understand the process of treatment and healing, and exercises which may be helpful, and to achieve a full recovery.
19 mins

19 mins

FOLLOWING THE FENCELINE
CAN FIS
An important new documentary about breast cancer and an innovative approach to public awareness taken by 14 remarkable women. In mid 1996 a group of women - 14 in all - rode motorbikes all the way around Australia to promote breast cancer awareness. Mainly middle aged women, their arrival in towns on motorbikes made quite a sight. Many riders from a number of motorcycle clubs raised money, had barbecues, rode legs of the journey or escorted the 'fenceliners' in and out of towns and cities. This made the ride look even more extraordinary. This video is an exciting record of the ride, informative about breast cancer and about so much more. It is and inspiring 'road movie with a difference'.
1997
55 mins

FOLLOWING THE FENCELINE a road movie with a difference
CAN FIS
FISKE, Pat
An important new documentary about breast cancer and an innovative approach to public awareness taken by 14 remarkable women. In mid 1996 a group of women - 14 in all - rode motorbikes all the way around Australia to promote breast cancer awareness. Mainly middle aged women, their arrival in towns on motorbikes made quite a sight. Many riders from a number of motorcycle clubs raised money, had barbecues, rode legs of the journey or escorted the 'fenceliners' in and out of towns and cities. This made the ride look even more extraordinary. This video is an exciting record of the ride, informative about breast cancer and about so much more. It is and inspiring 'road movie with a difference'.
1996
55 mins

HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY AND BREAST CANCER
CAN FOU
Controversy surrounds hormone replacement therapy and breast cancer. Mrs Jean Poole is a fifty year old woman who had breast cancer at forty-five years of age. She now faces the menopause. A distinguished panel debate if she should be offered HRT. The medico-legal ramifications of these decisions become apparent as the story unfolds in these video highlights of a hypothetical debate and mock trial held at the Adelaide Convention Centre.
1996
60 min

A FIELD OF WOMEN
CAN GEN
Generations Productions
This 7 minute video documents the moving images that comprised the Field of women, initiated in Canberra on Sunday the 18th October 1998
1998
7 mins

FAMILIAL BREAST CANCER
CAN NBCC
National Breast Cancer Centre
This 17 minute video provides information about risk of developing breast cancer based on a woman's family history. It describes basic genetics and follows a woman concerned about her risk of cancer during her initial and subsequent visit to a familial cancer clinic. Helpful to health professionals and women.
1997
17 Mins

WHAT WOMEN NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BREAST X-RAYS
CAN PUB
This video is ideal for disscussions or private viewing. It follows an older woman as she undergoes a breast examination and a screening mammogram. The video shows clearly what a mammogram is,how it's performed and what women should know about them. To help groups using the video, the producers have developed an easy to follow introductory notes, tips for group leaders and advice on how to get the most from the production.

17 minutes

UNDERSTANDING CHEMOTHERAPY
CAN QUE
QUEENSLAND CANCER FUND
2003

UNDERSTANDING RADIATION THERAPY
CAN QUE
QUEENSLAND CANCER FUND
Explains how radiation therapy works, what the equipment is, common side effects, and how to get further advice
2001
27:25 mins

BREAST CANCER UNDERSTANDING DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT A video for women who have been diagnosed with Breast Cancer
CAN QUE
QUEENSLAND CANCER FUND
For women who are considering or preparing for treatment. Masectomy and breast conserving surgery as well as radiation therapy are discussed. Also includes the personal experiences of women who have been treated and how they coped
25 mins

AGATHA'S CURSE
CAN SBS
Breast Cancer remains the major cause of cancer deaths in women. Each year in Australia approximately 2500 women die from breast cancer and an estimated 7500 new cases are diagnosed. Yet despite these alarming statistics, a cure for this disease and information on what causes it still remains a mystery. Mastectomy, the operation which removes the breast, is still modern society's chief method of treating breast cancer.
1994
60 mins

BREAST RECONSTRUCTION: YOUR DECISION An information video for women and their families.
CAN WES
WESLEY BREAST CLINIC
21 min video on the choices involved with breast reconstruction surgery. Considers the methods, advantages and disadvantages
1997

THE WESLEY HOSPITAL KIM WALTERS CHOICES PROGRAM
CAN WES
WESLEY HOSPITAL
Choices Support Program as seen through the eyes of volunteers. The program at Wesley Hospital Queensland

STRETCH VIDEO EXERCISE PROGRAM A program for women who have had breast cancer
CAN WES
WESLEY BREAST CLINIC
Exercises for shoulder mobility and support for women who have had breast cancer
47mins

STRETCH VIDEO EXERCISE PROGRAM A program for women who have had breast cancer
CAN WES
WESLEY BREAST CLINIC
Exercises for shoulder mobility an dsupport for women who have had breast cancer
47mins