The ordinance bill on financial support for wig purchases for cancer patients in Gwangyang City, proposed by Councilor Jung Guho of Gwangyang City Council, was passed at the 4th plenary session of the 342nd extraordinary meeting of the Gwangyang City Council on October 23.
This ordinance aims to provide an institutional basis for supporting the cost of wigs for cancer patients who suffer from hair loss during chemotherapy, thereby helping them regain self-esteem and strengthen their will to continue treatment.
The main content of the ordinance stipulates that, within the limits of the budget, financial support may be provided for the purchase of wigs for cancer patients experiencing hair loss as a side effect of chemotherapy. Eligible recipients must have resided in Gwangyang City for more than one year and be recognized as needing a wig based on a physician's opinion. The support covers 90% of the wig purchase cost, up to a maximum of 1 million won, and is provided as a one-time benefit. The ordinance also specifies that duplicate support or fraudulent claims will be subject to recovery measures.
Councilor Jung Guho stated, "Hair loss caused by chemotherapy is not simply a matter of appearance; it is a significant issue that can lead to psychological distress and social withdrawal for patients. Through this ordinance, I hope to establish a practical welfare foundation that will help cancer patients maintain their confidence and strengthen their determination to undergo treatment."
He added, "I also hope that, through the enactment of this ordinance, Gwangyang City will be able to provide tangible comfort and hope to patients who require psychological and emotional support in addition to medical expenses."
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