Available from the Gloucester County Library System
October 2006
Books (a sampling of those available from the Mullica Hill branch)
After Cancer Treatment : Heal Faster, Better, Stronger, by J.K. Silver (2006)
Cancer Sourcebook for Women : basic consumer health information about leading causes of cancer in women, featuring facts about gynecologic cancers and related concerns, such as breast cancer, cervical cancer, endometrial cancer, uterine sarcoma, vaginal cancer, vulva cancer, and common non-cancerous gynecologic conditions, in addition to facts about lung cancer, colorectal cancer, and thyroid cancer in women; along with information about cancer risk factors, screening and prevention, treatment options, and tips on coping with life after cancer treatment, 3rd ed. (2006) (Reference book)
The Complete Guide to Digestive Health : Plain Answers about IBS, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, ulcers, and more, by Gayle K. Wood. (2006)
Coping with Chemotherapy and Radiation, by Daniel Cukier, M.D. (2004). Preparation, dealing with side effects and other issues are discussed.
The Essential Guide to Prescription Drugs 2005, by James J. Rybacki, Pharm. D. (2005). Over 2000 brands are covered. Also includes hundreds of herbal/prescription combinations to be avoided.
Family Health Guide, by Miriam Stoppard, M.D. (2003). An encyclopedia of health topics with illustrations.
Fodor's Healthy Escapes, edited by Mark Sullivan (2001). Hundreds of resorts in every state and Canada, as well as cruises, where you can get fit while vacationing.
Good Night: The Sleep Doctor's 4-Week Program to Better Sleep and Better Health, by Michael Breus.(2006)
A Guide to Survivorship for Women with Ovarian Cancer, by F.J. Montz, M.D. and Robert E. Bristow, M.D. (2005). Includes the latest in diagnosis and treatment.
Healthcare for Less : Getting the Care You Need without Breaking the Bank, by Michelle Katz. (2006)
High Blood Pressure - Food, Facts and Recipes, by Angie Jefferson and Fiona Hunter (2005). Includes some excellent recipes and tips for dealing with this condition.
Living through Breast Cancer, by Carolyn M. Kaelin, M.D. (2005). Written by a Harvard doctor and survivor.
Mayo Clinic Fitness for Everybody, by Diane Dahm, M.D. and Jay Smith, M.D. (2005). Exercise programs, staying motivated and more.
Mayo Clinic on Managing Incontinence, by Paul Pettit, M.D. (2005). The latest strategies.
Melanoma, by Catherine M. Poole, with DuPont Guerry IV, M.D. (2005). Covers prevention, detection and treatment.
The Only Menopause Guide You'll Need, by Michele Moore, M.D. (2004). Authoritative and sympathetic explanations by a woman doctor.
Our Bodies, Ourselves: The Boston Women's Health Book Collective (2005). Written by over 400 women, this book covers a variety of health concerns.
Our Bodies,Ourselves : Menopause, by Vivian Pinn (2006)
The New Harvard Guide to Women's Health, by Karen J. Carlson M.D., Stephanie Eisenstat, M.D., and Terra Ziporyn, Ph. D. (2004). Many topics of particular interest to women are covered in a question and answer format.
Physicians Desk Reference (2005). The PDR used by physicians. Detailed information on drugs including reactions, interactions, and photos of drugs.
What your doctor hasn't told you and the health-store clerk doesn't know : the truth about alternative treatments and what works, by Edward L. Schneider (2006)
A Woman's Guide to Sleep Disorders, by Meir H. Kryger, M.D. (2004). A guide to a good night's sleep and better health.
Women's Health Concerns Sourcebook, edited by Amy L. Sutton (2004). Contains basic information about women's health, with healthy lifestyle tips. Reference.
DVDs and Videos
The Family Guide to Alzheimer's Disease (2004).
Baby to Be: the Video Guide to Pregnancy (2002).
Exercise can beat arthritis. Getting stronger (2005)
Forever Fit (1997). A gentler fitness program, geared towards older women.
Kathy Smith's Moving Through Menopause (2001).
Step by Step Pilates (2005)
Walk and Box (2004). Power walking with George Foreman.
Woman to Woman; a Video Series for Breast Cancer Patients (1999).
Yoga for Inflexible People (2002).
CDs and Audiocassettes
Body for Life, by Bill Phillips (1999).
Breathing Free, by Teresa Hale and Liz Simpson (1999). Techniques to deal with asthma, emphysema, and other ailments.
Mayo Clinic on Arthritis, edited by Gene G. Hunder, M. D. (2003).
The Memory Cure, by Majid Fotuhi, M.D. (2004).
The Protein Power Lifeplan, by Michael R. Eades, M.D. and Mary Dan Eades, M.D. (2000).
Return to Wholeness, by David Simon, M.D. (2000).
Suzanne Somers' Eat Great, Lose Weight (1997).
What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer, by John R. Lee, M.D., David Zava, Ph. D., and Virginia Hopkins (2002).
Subjects
To find more books in the library on women's health topics, try searching using these words for the Subject:
Gynecology, Menopause, Mothers, Osteoporosis- popular works, Physical Fitness for Women, Prenatal Care, Women - Diseases, Women - Health and Hygiene. Or you can browse the shelves from 612 -618.
Databases
Gloucester County Library provides EBSCOhost to its patrons, which contains several health databases. The library also has the Health Reference Center database from Facts on File. Search these in the library - ask a reference librarian to get you started - or access them from home 24/7 using the barcode from your library card. Go to www.gcls.org and then to "Resource Access", "Online Databases".
Journals
The library maintains a subscription to JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, The Mayo Clinic Health Letter, and The New England Journal of Medicine. Other periodicals that cover women's health issues include Runner's World, Self, Arthritis Today, and AARP, the Magazine.
Websites
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Maintained by the lead federal agency concerned with protecting the health and safety of the American people. Under "Health Topics A to Z" go to "w" to find a section devoted to women's health. The "Traveler's Health" section provides timely worldwide information on disease outbreaks, as well as vaccinations required.
Healthfinder
A website developed and maintained by the US Department of Health and Human Services with other federal agencies. An award- winning site providing government and nonprofit health info on the Internet. Click on the "Just for You" link to find special topics just for women, as well as other demographic groups.
HealthWeb
A collaborative project of over 20 health sciences libraries, this site provides a vast amount of health information, with a special section on women's health.
Healthy NJ
Designed by the librarians at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ. Specifically developed with NJ consumers in mind. Go to "Health and Wellness" and then to "W" to find the article on women's health, with helpful NJ links.
Healthy Women
From the National Women's Health Resource Center, located in New Brunswick, NJ, this site provides information on women's health topics and the latest discoveries in women's health.
MedlinePlus
Provided by the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, this site covers diseases, drug info, hospital directories, and clinical trials. Click on "Health Topics" to access a special section on women's health.
National Women's Health Information Center
The ultimate federal government source dedicated solely to women's health issues, from the US Department of Health and Human Services. All aspects covered, from heart disease to menopause to smoking, to name a few topics.
Classes
The library offers classes on basic Internet searching. These free classes are offered several times a month and last about an hour. Tips are provided for evaluating the reliability of a website and several excellent sites are shown. Call the Reference Desk to register at (856) 223-6050.