We are looking for people affected by breast cancer to take part in a photo shoot for the new version of our information leaflet ‘Breast Cancer and Hair Loss’ as well as fill out a questionnaire on your experiences. In order to take part in this opportunity you have to currently be experiencing hair loss.
The leaflet is an essential information source for to help those affected by breast cancer cope with losing their hair as a result of treatment for breast cancer. Hair may be very much part of a person’s self-image and losing it may affect confidence and self-esteem. Being prepared for this possibility may make it easier to cope with. The booklet explains how hair loss may occur and the effect it may have. It also looks at caring for the hair and scalp during and after treatment and discusses wigs and other kinds of headwear. There is also a pull-out giving ideas for wearing scarves and different ways of tying them.
The photo shoot will take place on Friday August 1st at a luxury penthouse apartment near London Bridge, central London. Those taking part will work alongside our excellent photographer who ran a previous photo shoot in January 2008 and whose work can be seen in the photographs currently on our website and in our publications. A member of our Headstrong team will be on hand during the day to ensure that you feel relaxed and comfortable throughout the day. Those that take part will fill out a questionnaire on their experiences beforehand to make up the content on the leaflet which combines the experiences of real people alongside professional advice to ensure those affected by breast cancer are as prepared as possible in the event of experiencing hair loss due to treatment for breast cancer.
We will provide refreshments on the day and will reimburse all travel expenses – please be sure to keep hold of your receipts.
If you would like to take part, or would like any more information, please do not hesitate to contact Vicky Lane
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