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 head and neck cancer include:
Pamphlets
Books
DVDs and Videos
Web Sites
Pamphlets.
Pamphlets are free to the public.
What You Need To Know About Brain Tumors
National Cancer Institute
This is a basic overview of the disease.
F300 PN277
Understanding Brain Metastases: A Guide For Patient And Caregiver
National Brain Tumor Foundation
Provides a basic understanding of brain metastases and their treatment.
F300 PN276
The Essential Guide To Brain Tumors
National Brain Tumor Foundation
Answers questions, guides through treatment process and life after treatment.
F300 BN276
Books.
Books can be checked out for up to three weeks.
100 Questions & Answers about Brain Tumors
By Virginia Stark-Vance, MD and M.L. Dubay
Written for patients, their families and caregivers in a concise, user-friendly format.
F300 BS795 2004
DVDs and Videos.
DVDs and Videos can be checked out for up to three weeks.
Making the Choice
Michigan Cancer Consortium
Helps patients in their decisions regarding early stage prostate cancer.
E700 CM624
Prostate Cancer
This program from The Doctor is In examines the importance of patient involvement in decisions concerning prostate cancer. Three patients are interviewed.
E700 DP966 2002
Web Sites.
These sites are authoritative and up-to-date.
National Cancer Institute
American Cancer Society
People Living with Cancer
MedlinePlus
National Brain Tumor Foundation
American Brain Tumor Association
The Brain Tumor Society
For those unable to visit the library during these hours please call (616) 752-5150 or email and other arrangements will be made for you.