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Additional Resources
The Warren Reynolds Library is the largest public cancer resource library in Michigan. This remarkable facility offers volumes of information on nearly every form of cancer and is a valuable source for those with a desire to be educated on the most up-to-date diagnostic tools, research studies, cancer treatments and clinical trials. Located on the 2nd floor of The Lacks Cancer Center, the library is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A selection of current informational materials available at the library on the subject of breast cancer include:
Pamphlets
Books
DVDs and Videos
Web Sites
Pamphlets are free to the public.
What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer
National Cancer Institute
This is a basic overview of the disease.
G100 PN277
Breast Cancer: Myths & Facts
By S. Eva Singletary, MD,FACS and Alice F. Judkins, RN,MS
This material discusses what you need to know about detection, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up care and coping.
G100 PS617
Breast Cancer: Treatment Guidelines for Patients
American Cancer Society
These guidelines help patients better understand cancer treatment and how to discuss it with their doctor.
G180 PA512
Books can be checked out for up to three weeks.
A Breast Cancer Journey (Second Edition)
American Cancer Society
A personal guidebook for suspicion, siagnosis, Treatment Options and The Rest of Your Life.
G100 BB828 2004
Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book (Fourth Edition)
By Susan M. Love, M.D. with Karen Lindsey
"The Bible for women with breast cancer.”
G100 BL897 2005
Your Breast Cancer Treatment Handbook (Revised 6th Edition)
By Judy C. Kneece, RN, OCN
A guide to understanding the disease, treatments, emotions and recovery from breast cancer.
G180 BK68 2004
DVDs and Videos can be checked out for up to three weeks.
Breast Cancer: Understanding Adjuvant Therapy
A journey to recovery: for women with breast cancer and their partners.
G180 DB829
These sites are authoritative and up-to-date. Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Foundation
Breastcancer.org
For those unable to visit the library during these hours please call (616) 685-5150 or email and other arrangements will be made for you.