Tag Archives: Chemotherapy

Eyebrows 101

Ladies, as we age many of us will experience thinning hair.  But have you noticed your eyebrows may be fading away too?  Strong, but natural-looking eyebrows help to frame your eyes and adds a youthful feature to your face. At Hair Prosthesis Institute … Continue reading

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Let HPI Be Your Seatmate

We’ve all heard ”It’s not the destination, it’s the journey.”  As wise as that quote may be, today I found an interesting spin on those original words of wisdom: “It’s not the journey or the destination.  It’s the seatmate.” How many … Continue reading

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Look Good, Feel Better – It’s a Group Effort

  Hair Prosthesis Institute has long held to the philosphy that when you look good on the outside, you feel better on the inside. While it’s important for the self-esteem of every woman with hair loss, it’s never more crucial … Continue reading

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Menopause and Hair Loss

  Hair Prosthesis Institute is an expert in hair replacement for women and children.  Although we’ve been in business for over 17 years, many have never heard of us…until they begin to experience thinning hair and need our services.  Our … Continue reading

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Hard-to-treat Breast Cancer Incidences Decline

At Hair Prosthesis Institute (HPI), we choose a positive outlook, especially when it comes to surviving cancer!  While losing your hair through this type of ordeal is definitely bad news, the good news is that we have several options such … Continue reading

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HPI Honors Hairloss Models

I wanted to show off a photo of our booth from the Southern Women’s Show held last week.   This event allows us to put a face on female hair loss for the public and show women who suffer from this … Continue reading

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Breast Cancer vs. Baby

Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Doesn’t seem that long ago that a co-worker of mine was pregnant and soon after discovered she also had breast cancer.  At that time, she was advised to wait … Continue reading

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3-D Mammogram First in Massachusetts

The 3-D mammogram performed last week on a woman from Boston at Massachusetts General Hospital is the most technologically advanced tool used to detect breast cancer.  If all goes well with current studies, 3D mammograms may become the new standard.  Images … Continue reading

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Self-Confidence is Key in Cancer Battle

             In the  testimonials that we receive from clients who are battling cancer, one key concept always seems to surface.   It’s the desire to keep their appearance “normal” while going through treatments.        HPI is honored to have the ability to help … Continue reading

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Gift Ideas for Cancer Patients

  Hair Prosthesis Institute not only provides natural hair additions for those suffering from alopecia or female pattern thinning, we have full cranial natural hair prosthesis for many women diagnosed with cancer who experience hair loss during treatments.  If you want … Continue reading

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