Childhood leukemia : a guide for families, friends & caregivers
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Published
Bellingham, WA : Childhood Cancer Guides, [2018].
Format
Book
Edition
Fifth edition.
Physical Desc
xvi, 476 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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Prunedale Branch - Adult Non-Fiction
618.9299 K 5th ed.
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618.9299 K 5th ed.
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Published
Bellingham, WA : Childhood Cancer Guides, [2018].
Edition
Fifth edition.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description
Approximately 4,500 children and teens are diagnosed with leukemia in the United States and Canada each year. The illness and its treatment can have a devastating effect on family, friends, classmates, and the larger community. This newly updated edition of Childhood Leukemia contains the information and support parents need during this difficult time, including: New treatments such as immunotherapy, tailoring drugs dosages to children's genetic profiles, and ways to deal with side effects. Advice on how to cope with procedures, hospitalization, school, family, and financial issues. Tips for forming a partnership with the medical team. Poignant and practical stories from family members. Updated resources for medical information, emotional support, and financial assistance. Parents who read this book will find understandable medical information and emotional support.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Keene, N. (2018). Childhood leukemia: a guide for families, friends & caregivers (Fifth edition.). Childhood Cancer Guides.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Keene, Nancy. 2018. Childhood Leukemia: A Guide for Families, Friends & Caregivers. Childhood Cancer Guides.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Keene, Nancy. Childhood Leukemia: A Guide for Families, Friends & Caregivers Childhood Cancer Guides, 2018.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Keene, Nancy. Childhood Leukemia: A Guide for Families, Friends & Caregivers Fifth edition., Childhood Cancer Guides, 2018.
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