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“Bald Girls Do Lunch” in Tennessee

If you haven’t heard, HPI is sponsoring “Bald Girls Do Lunch” at three stops in Tennessee.  The events will be hosted in Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville.  Make sure to go to click on this website link to make your reservations. If … Continue reading

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Are You Among the 40%?

Would you be surprised if I told you that for every 10 people you meet with hair loss problems, four of them will be women?  However, if any of those four women with a hair loss issue were wearing a hair … Continue reading

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Red Wine May Help Slow Breast Cancer Cell Growth

At HPI, we’re always interested in advances in cancer prevention,  new treatment options, etc.  I remember not long ago a study that was published that cautioned women from having two or more alcoholic drinks per day as that could lead … Continue reading

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What You May NOT Know About Breast Cancer

Hair Prosthesis Institute serves many women battling breast cancer and although each individual’s struggle is different, during our private consultation session we may share some of the common threads of hair loss from our experience of being in this business over 17 years. … 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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Women’s Hair Loss a Common Story

 According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 30 million women in this country suffer from genetic hair loss.  An article by Lynn La, published in the Tennessean newspaper, “Women who lose hair struggle with identity,” relayed a story that is all too familiar … 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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Some Doctors Disregard Genetic Cancer Testing Guidelines

   If you have a family history of cancer, has your doctor recommended that you pursue genetic counseling or testing to assess your risk of developing cancer?  According to a recent survey, your doctor may be one of many that aren’t … Continue reading

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Save 25% on Laser Combs – While Supplies Last

So you’ve tried laser light therapy to minimalize the amount of hair you’re losing and are getting good results…that’s great!  What could be better?  We’ve got the answer — the Transitions Laser Comb!  Owning your own Laser Comb allows you … Continue reading

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Hairloss Prevention – What You Can Do

While there are many causes of hair loss, there are actions you can take to prevent abnormal hair loss. 1.  Better to use a comb than a brush, especially on wet hair, to avoid pulling on your hair.   2.  Blot … Continue reading

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