1. Our own Boutique section. Here you will find expert advice from Appearance Center Consultants President Linda Secher; check out the appearance tip of the month and view a comprehensive list of boutiques from around the country.
    
2. LOOK GOOD . . . FEEL BETTER is a public service program sponsored by the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association Foundation in partnership with ACS and the National Cosmetology Association. It helps women recovering from temporary or permanent cancer manage changes in their appearance resulting from cancer treatment. the program's print and videotape materials are available both to patients and to health professionals. Instructional sessions run by ACS are offered in a number of locations. Materials are also available in Spanish. Call (800) 395-LOOK or (800) ACS-2345.
    
3. "TLC" is a catalog created by the American Cancer Society for female cancer survivors. It offers products that help women cope with treatment. Medicare reimbursement for the products is available. For a copy of the catalog, call (800) 830-9445.
    
4. Y-ME PROSTHESIS AND WIG BANK. Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization maintains a prosthesis and wig bank for women in financial need. If the appropriate size is available, Y-ME will mail a wig and/or breast prosthesis anywhere in the country. The organization's hotline is staffed with breast cancer survivors and is a 24-hour service. A nominal handling fee is requested. Call (800) 221-2141.

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