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Macmillan and Cancerbackup merged in 2008. Together we provide free, high quality information for people affected by cancer through our publications, website and phone service. Find out more| .
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This section gives information and advice to help you to look after your hair if it becomes thinner or is in bad condition during cancer treatment. It also gives information on how to cope emotionally if your hair is lost completely and how to get, pay for and look after a wig. The alternatives to wearing a wig, such as hats, headscarves, and turbans are also discussed.
Find out about our partnership with TONI &GUY hair salons on Strength in Style| , a scheme to help improve the quality of hair care on the high street to people affected by cancer.
Cancerbackup's| founder, Dr Vicky Clement-Jones (1948–1987), following chemotherapy for her ovarian cancer| , in one of the hats that became her trademark
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