Thank you for taking this important survey

According to the American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Facts and Figures, the diagnosis of breast cancer rates for black women are only second to that of white women so early detection is critical to a positive diagnosis.  Once diagnosed, black women have particular challenges as it relates to maintaining their appearance.  It seems harder to find Afro kinky or other wigs that look like natural hair through the regular resources available to cancer patients. We all want to look good; whether we are fighting cancer or not.  There should be more resources available for black women who have lost their hair.

The next series of questions will help me to gather data on your personal experience or the experiences of a friend or family member with the ultimate goal of making changes that will help black women get the "personal appearance" services that they need and want.

Thank you for taking the time to take this survey and please share with others!

With Gratitude,

Dianne Shaddock Austin
Natural Haircare News
Breast Cancer Survivor

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* 1. Are you a woman of color who is a breast cancer survivor or has been diagnosed breast cancer?

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* 2. How do/did you wear your hair prior to starting chemotherapy?

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* 3. If you lost your hair, did you find it difficult to purchase "natural hair" wigs or hair pieces that matched your hair type? (Specifically through resources devoted to women with hair loss from cancer).

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* 4. Are you familiar with "Hair for Hats" type of products?  This allows one to attach a hair piece to a hat or scarf as opposed to wearing a full wig. There are also options where the hair is permanently attached to a hat or scarf.  (See image): Curl Diva.com.

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* 5. What would be helpful to you in terms of access to natural hair wigs and wig products that address hair loss during chemotherapy?  You may find that your answer includes but is not limited to:

a. Having access to wig companies that work with your insurance to cover the cost of natural hair wigs.
b. Natural hairpieces that can be attached to hats and scarves. 

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* 6. Are you concerned with how your hair will grow back after chemo treatment or concerned about "chemo curls"? Feel free to share your concerns in the comments section. (Use the comment section when speaking of family/friends).

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* 7. Are you White, Black or African-American, American Indian or Alaskan Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific islander, or some other race?

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* 8. Age

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* 9. In what country do you currently reside?

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* 10. What is the highest level of school you have completed or the highest degree you have received?

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