Fund wigs for all people who have hair loss due to a medical condition

Closed 130 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the Government to provide people who have hair loss due to a medical condition with full funding to purchase a wig or hair piece. This could include people who have hair loss due to chemotherapy, medication, alopecia or an autoimmune disease.

Currently, free wigs and fabric supports are only available to people who meet a certain criteria. Hair loss can significantly impact mental health, as it can affect self-esteem, body image, and social interactions.

Hair loss can cause:

Anxiety and Social Withdrawal
Lowered Self-Esteem and Confidence
Depression
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
Impact on Relationships
Stress and Worsening of Hair Loss

We believe that every person who loses their hair for a medical reason should receive funding to purchase a fibre, human or hair piece on the NHS.

Timeline

28 Nov 2024	Petition opened for signatures
28 May 2025	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 130

Status Closed

Department Department of Health and Social Care

Opened 28 Nov 2024

Closed 28 May 2025

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