The Resource Room

In the Resource Room, a library professional is available to help you fulfill your information needs. We can provide you with materials on topics such as cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, symptom management, end-of-life care, nutrition, clinical trials, support, caregiving, alternative and complementary therapies, emotional health and wellbeing, and family care issues. You can also find out more about the cancer services offered at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. As well as one-to-one assistance, internet access is available for health research. 

The Resource Room offers:

  • Computers with access to online resources and credible health websites.
  • Consumer health books, magazines, brochures and newsletters.
  • Health education DVDs.
  • Medical reference books.
  • Spanish language material.
  • Children's books.
  • Playaway devices for relaxation and meditation.

 

Latest Additions to the Library

When available, click on the title's link to learn more about each book.

Books

The cancer diet cookbook (2020) by Dionne Detraz. Provides healthy and tasty meal options made in 30 minutes or less, with five simple ingredients, or all in one pot. 

Cancer simply explained (2025) by Visar Vela et al. Visually appealing, combining informative content with visual aids.

Hope in the face of cancer (2025) by Darcie Wells and James Malinchak. Stories from cancer survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.

Joy Bauer's super food (2020) by Joy Bauer. 150 delicious and nutrient-rich recipes.

Think of me (2021) by Apara Mahal Sylvester. A children's book that will explain the loss of a loved one.

 

 

December 2025