Co-Operation Cancer

Synopsis
A video-based training package looking at the ways in which conventional and complementary cancer services can co-operate to benefit the cancer patient. Dr Christine Page who speaks of the need to re-examine the role of the healthcare professional in the light of new evidence; Dr Rosy Daniel of the Bristol Cancer Help Centre talks about new developments in the understanding of how a positive attitude can boost the immune system; journalist Jane Alexander discusses huge amount of interest in holistic health issues. Other sections cover specific therapies such as aromatherapy, homeopathy, Bach flower remedies, osteopathy, yoga and nutrition. The importance of support groups is stressed.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 30 min.
Year of production
1998
Availability
out of distribution
Documentation
Accompanying user’s booklet.
Uses
All those involved in cancer patient care.
Subjects
Medical sciences
Keywords
cancer; complementary medicine; patient education

Credits

Director
Mervyn Cumming
Producer
Susan Shattock
Writer
Susan Shattock

Production Company

Name

New Approaches to Cancer

Distributor

Name

New Approaches to Cancer, 5 Larksfield, Egham TW20 0RB, tel 01784 433610, fax 01784 477491, http://freespace.virginnet.co.uk/new.approaches

Web
http://freespace.virginnet.co.uk/new.approaches External site opens in new window
Phone
01784 433610
Fax
01784 477491
Address
Egham TW20 0RB
Name

Pavilion Publishing Ltd

Email
info@pavpub.com
Web
http://www.pavpub.com External site opens in new window
Phone
01273 623 222
Fax
0844 880 5062
Address
Richmond House
Richmond Road
Brighton
East Sussex
BN2 3RL
Notes
Print and video/DVD-based training materials on topics in health and social care. Areas covered include learning disability, mental health, young people and children, drugs and alcohol, vulnerable adults, and older people.

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