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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 colon and rectal cancer include:
Pamphlets are free to the public.
What You Need to Know About Cancer of the Colon and Rectum
National Cancer Institute
This is a basic overview of the disease.
E10 N277
Colon and Rectal Cancer: Treatment Guidelines for Patients
American Cancer Society
A more detailed discussion of treatment options, including logical decision trees based on NCCN guidelines.
E100 PA512
A Patient’s Guide: Follow-Up Care for Colorectal Cancer
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Guidelines developed by specialists in colon and rectal cancer for follow-up care after treatment.
E100 PA815
Radiation Therapy for Colorectal Cancer
The American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology
A small pamphlet outlining facts to help people understand treatment options.
E100 A859
Books can be checked out for up to three weeks.
Colon and Rectal Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients
By Lorraine Johnston
Written for patients and family members.
E100 BJ72 2000
Colon & Rectal Cancer
By Paul Ruggieri, M.D.
Intended to help patients and family members understand colorectal cancer - in a clear easy format.
E100 BR931 2001
The Colon Cancer Survivors’ Guide: Living Stronger, Longer
By Curtis Pesmen
Written by a colorectal cancer survivor, this book is designed to “put colon cancer in its place and move forward with the power of new knowledge.”
E100 BP474 2005
100 Questions & Answers about Colorectal Cancer
By David S. Bub, et al
Written for patients, their families and caregivers in a concise, user-friendly format.
E100 BB917 2003
Colorectal Cancer: A Clinical Guide to Therapy
Edited by Harry Bleiberg, M.D., PhD, et al
This is a 700-page clinical textbook representative of research activity and clinical approaches in the USA and in Europe.
E100 BC718 2002
These sites are authoritative and up-to-date.
Colon Cancer Alliance
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.