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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 prostate cancer include:
Pamphlets
Books
DVDs and Videos
Web Sites
Pamphlets are free to the public.
Understanding Treatment Choices for Prostate Cancer
National Cancer Institute
This booklet helps men and their families understand what a diagnosis of prostate cancer involves and what treatment options are available.
E720 PN377
Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer
The American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology
Non-surgical options and facts are presented to help patients make informed decisions.
E720 PA859
What You Need To Know About Prostate Cancer
National Cancer Institute
This booklet offers authoritative, practical answers to questions about diagnosis, treatment options, living with prostate cancer and much more.
E700 PN 277
Prostate Cancer: Treatment Guidelines for Patients
American Cancer Society
These comprehensive and current patient guidelines will help patients better understand their cancer treatment and doctor’s counsel.
E720 PA 512
Making the Choice: Deciding What to Do About Early Stage Prostate Cancer
Michigan Cancer Consortium
This booklet informs on how to make decisions concerning prostate cancer in its early stages.
Also available in audio tape format.
E700 PM 624
Books can be checked out for up to three weeks.
The Prostate Cancer Treatment Book
By Peter D. Grimm D.O., John Blasko M.D. and John E. Sylvester M.D.
Offers complete answers to all your questions about conquering prostate cancer.
E 720 BP 966 2004
So You’re Having Prostate Surgery
By Eric A. Klein M.D,, Leah Jamnicky RN. & Robert Nam M. D.
The ultimate guide to helping you decide whether you need surgery, taking you through the procedure itself and offering the quickest ways to recovery.
E720 BK 64 2003
Complete Guide to Prostate Cancer
By David G. Bostwick M.D. E, David Crawford M.D., Celestia S. Higano M.D., and Mack Roach 111, M.D.
A comprehensive, easy to read guide that delivers the facts everyone should know about prostate cancer.
E700 BA512 2005
100 Questions & Answers about Prostate Cancer
This book provides the reader with straightforward answers to the complex issues regarding the screening, diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer.
E7000 BE47 2003
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
These sites are authoritative and up-to-date.
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.