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Understanding type 1 diabetes in the family: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121350
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FL 800 REN 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
In graphic novel format, the Medikidz, superheroes from the planet Mediland, help Caitlin and Daniel understand diabetes and how it can affect them and their family.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Ferreira, Marcelo
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 12 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus - Children
Diabetes Mellitus - Young Adults
Abstract
In graphic novel format, the Medikidz, superheroes from the planet Mediland, help Caitlin and Daniel understand diabetes and how it can affect them and their family.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FL 800 REN 2018

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Understanding food allergy: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121432
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FF 470 REN 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Join Lilian on her journey to learn how food allergies affect the body, steps to take to avoid allergic reactions, and what to do in an emergency.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 12 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus - Children
Abstract
Join Lilian on her journey to learn how food allergies affect the body, steps to take to avoid allergic reactions, and what to do in an emergency.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FF 470 REN 2018

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Understanding leukemia: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121420
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 350.5 REN 2018
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
Join Charlie on his journey to learn how leukemia is diagnosed, what cancer does to the body, and what to expect with leukemia treatment.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 12 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Leukemia-Children
Abstract
Join Charlie on his journey to learn how leukemia is diagnosed, what cancer does to the body, and what to expect with leukemia treatment.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 350.5 REN 2018

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Understanding the hospital team: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121424
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 REN 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Join Jonathan on his journey to learn about all the people on his health care team who will support him before, during, and after his medical procedure.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 8 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Hospitals
Hospitalization
Hospitals Services
Children's Health
Children's Health-Pediatrics
Children's Hospitalization
Abstract
Join Jonathan on his journey to learn about all the people on his health care team who will support him before, during, and after his medical procedure.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 REN 2018

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Understanding OCD: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121433
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR CD 810 REN 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Join Tia and Gabriel on their journey to explore how obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) affects your behavior and emotions, and how to manage it.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 16 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
Abstract
Join Tia and Gabriel on their journey to explore how obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) affects your behavior and emotions, and how to manage it.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR CD 810 REN 2018

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Understanding appendectomy: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121437
Maxwell, Kimberley, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FK 690 MAX 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Join Duke on his journey to learn more about his appendix, appendicitis, and appendectomy procedure.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Maxwell, Kimberley
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 8 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Surgery
Appendix. Appendicitis
Abstract
Join Duke on his journey to learn more about his appendix, appendicitis, and appendectomy procedure.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FK 690 MAX 2018

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Understanding concussion: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121438
Maxwell, Kimberley, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 331 MAX 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Join Mark on his journey through the human body to learn about how concussions affect the brain and concussion recovery.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Maxwell, Kimberley
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 8 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Concussion
Abstract
Join Mark on his journey through the human body to learn about how concussions affect the brain and concussion recovery.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 331 MAX 2018

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Understanding epilepsy: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121917
Renfrew, Ruth. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
URL
www.advancingepilepsycare.com/medikidz
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 470 MAX 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Join Tara on her journey to learn more about managing seizure triggers, epilepsy symptoms, and treatment.
  1 url  
URL
www.advancingepilepsycare.com/medikidz
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 16 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Epilepsy
Abstract
Join Tara on her journey to learn more about managing seizure triggers, epilepsy symptoms, and treatment.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 470 MAX 2018

Copies

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Understanding cystic fibrosis: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121419
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FA 850 REN 2018
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Join Ella as she learns how cystic fibrosis affects the lungs and pancreas, how CF is treated, and what it means to have a genetic disorder.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 12 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Cystic Fibrosis
Abstract
Join Ella as she learns how cystic fibrosis affects the lungs and pancreas, how CF is treated, and what it means to have a genetic disorder.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FA 850 REN 2018

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Understanding blood transfusions: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121435
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FC 160 REN 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
In graphic novel format, the Medikidz, superheroes from the planet Mediland, help Kevin understand blood transfusions
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 8 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Blood Transfusions
Abstract
In graphic novel format, the Medikidz, superheroes from the planet Mediland, help Kevin understand blood transfusions
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FC 160 REN 2018

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Understanding ulcerative colitis: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121910
Maxwell, Kimberley, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
YOUTH FK 640 MAX 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Join Amy on her journey to learn more about the digestive system, how ulcerative colitis affects your body and treatment to avoid flare-ups.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Maxwell, Kimberley
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 16 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Ulcerative Colitis
Abstract
Join Amy on her journey to learn more about the digestive system, how ulcerative colitis affects your body and treatment to avoid flare-ups.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
YOUTH FK 640 MAX 2018

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Understanding CT scans: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122026
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR EC 250 REN 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Follow Megan as she learns about CT scan machines.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Ferreira, Marcelo
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 8 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Radiology
CT Scan. CAT Scan. Computerized Axial Tomography
Abstract
Follow Megan as she learns about CT scan machines.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR EC 250 REN 2018

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Understanding stem cell transplants: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121421
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FC 503 REN 2018
Join Jett on his journey through the human body to learn how stem cells work and what happens before and after an autologous or allogeneic transplant.
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Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 12 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Transplantation
Blood Cells
Bone Marrow. Bone Marrow Diseases
Abstract
Join Jett on his journey through the human body to learn how stem cells work and what happens before and after an autologous or allogeneic transplant.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FC 503 REN 2018
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Understanding congenital heart defects: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121916
Maxwell, Kimberley, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FD 500 MAX 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Join Corey on his journey to learn about how the heart works, different types of congenital heart defects, and how heart defect symptoms are treated.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Maxwell, Kimberley
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 16 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Congenital Heart Diseases
Abstract
Join Corey on his journey to learn about how the heart works, different types of congenital heart defects, and how heart defect symptoms are treated.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FD 500 MAX 2018

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Understanding eczema: Elliot's Mediland adventure!: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121434
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FO 530 REN 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
In graphic novel format, the Medikidz, superheroes from the planet Mediland, help Elliot understand eczema.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 16 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Eczema
Abstract
In graphic novel format, the Medikidz, superheroes from the planet Mediland, help Elliot understand eczema.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FO 530 REN 2018

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Understanding lab and imaging tests

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog110801
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. White Plains, NY: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society , 2020.
URL
https://www.lls.org/sites/default/files/2021-05/PS41_Understanding_Lab_Imaging_0120FINAL.pdf
Material Type
Booklet
Online
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Learn more about how lab and imaging tests are used to help detect (diagnose) and treat blood cancers (types of leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes and myeloproliferative disorders). Includes tips to help keep track of test results and a handout with suggested questions to ask yo…
  1 url  
URL
https://www.lls.org/sites/default/files/2021-05/PS41_Understanding_Lab_Imaging_0120FINAL.pdf
Corporate Author
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Place of Publication
White Plains, NY
Publisher
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
PDF; 60 pages
Subject
Cancer-Diagnosis
Laboratory Tests/Values
Leukemia
Lymphoma
Abstract
Learn more about how lab and imaging tests are used to help detect (diagnose) and treat blood cancers (types of leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes and myeloproliferative disorders). Includes tips to help keep track of test results and a handout with suggested questions to ask your health provider.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Online

Copies

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Partnership guide: A resource to support children to understand and participate when serious illness decisions are considered

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122906
Ethics Department and Patient Partners. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital & BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2020.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-Partnership-Guide.pdf
Material Type
Online
Booklet
This resource from BC Children?s Hospital can support families to explore their perspectives together and incorporate ways to foster the appropriate inclusion of children in healthcare decisions.; The Partnership Guide was developed to improve the guidance, support and participation of children ag…
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-Partnership-Guide.pdf
Corporate Author
Ethics Department and Patient Partners
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital & BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
21 pages
Subject
Pain Control
Abstract
This resource from BC Children?s Hospital can support families to explore their perspectives together and incorporate ways to foster the appropriate inclusion of children in healthcare decisions.
The Partnership Guide was developed to improve the guidance, support and participation of children aged 7-14 years with serious illness. This education resource provides up to date research knowledge in the area of child participation, pediatric decision making and child-focused activities and interventions to support children with this process.
Fostering the developing autonomy of children is an essential ethical principle and this guide supports the inclusion of children in decision-making to their ability and desire, to participate in decisions that impact their health.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Booklet
URLs
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Organ transplants: What every kid needs to know

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122263
United Network for Organ Sharing. Richmond, VA: , 2018.
URL
https://unos.org/wp-content/uploads/unos/WEKNTK.pdf
Material Type
Booklet
Ebook
Call Number
JUNIOR ED 700 UNO 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This booklet has been created to help children and their families feel more at ease with the organ transplantation process by providing general information in an understandable format. Most importantly, it is designed to let the readers know that they are not alone and that there are other children…
  1 image     1 url  
URL
https://unos.org/wp-content/uploads/unos/WEKNTK.pdf
Website Notes
Click the link above to print.
Corporate Author
United Network for Organ Sharing
Place of Publication
Richmond, VA
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover ; [16 p.], illustrations
Subject
Transplantation
Organ Donation
Abstract
This booklet has been created to help children and their families feel more at ease with the organ transplantation process by providing general information in an understandable format. Most importantly, it is designed to let the readers know that they are not alone and that there are other children who need a transplant.
Also available as an ebook.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Ebook
Call Number
JUNIOR ED 700 UNO 2018

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