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"The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved an alopecia treatment for kids..

The drug, ritlecitinib, is a once-daily pill for kids ages 12 and older with severe alopecia areata, a disease that develops when the body attacks the hair follicles,…

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Leah Hayes, a high school senior and competitive swimmer, has set her sights on making it to the 2024 Olympics in Paris. However, her goal goes beyond competing; she also wants to raise awareness about alopecia, an autoimmune…

A clinical research study is looking for adults (18+) diagnosed with alopecia areata with 50% or more scalp hair loss. This study is investigating an oral (taken by mouth) study drug called farudodstat. The main purpose of the study is to see whether farudodstat, when taken twice a day for 12 weeks, can help people with alopecia areata grow hair and to find out…

CLINICAL TRIAL:

An ongoing clinical research study is currently recruiting Black and African American patients with alopecia areata for a study that evaluates the safety and effectiveness of an oral  drug. Would you like to know more about this study? This study…

It's true, sometimes it's comforting to know that someone famous is going through the same thing you are, like Jada Pinkett Smith and Ayanna Pressley, both of whom have opened up about their struggles with alopecia. It's reassuring to know that you're not alone. However, it's important to remember that these celebrities are just people, like you and me. They…

Hey there, fellow members of Alopecia World. Today, let's talk about the importance of our community and what it means to us.

Living with alopecia can be incredibly isolating and challenging. But by joining Alopecia World, we have found a place where we can share our experiences, struggles, and victories with others who truly…

According to an article on CNN.com:

"Olaplex, a beauty brand favored by TikTok and Instagram influencers, sells hair products that dozens of customers allege caused “serious injury,” according to a lawsuit filed last week. Olaplex denies the claims, saying independent test results prove the allegations to be false."

'Nearly 30 women joined together to file a lawsuit against Olaplex on February 9, specifically targeting its No. 0 to No. 9 products. They allege the products…

The immensely talented singer-songwriter-guitarist, who was born and raised in Palo Alto, led her band Golden Highway to Grammy victory in the best bluegrass album category with 2022’s “Crooked Tree” on Feb. 5, 2023.

“Crooked Tree” is Tuttle’s third studio album. But, Tuttle has had a string of success at recent award shows. Beyond the Grammys, she…

"I recently read on reconnectwithnature.org, in the animal kingdom, hair is unique to mammals, according to Animal Diversity Web. No other animals have hair, and all mammals have hair at least to some extent. Even marine mammals like…

The TikToker compiled a video showing weekly hair growth progress.  I am not going to lie, it is impressive.  But for many seeing is believing.  Are you currently using it and getting similar results? No results?  or just your views on why you wouldn't try it.

"People with alopecia are going viral on TikTok after sharing their…

According to an article on Everydayhealth.com:  

"Commenting on someone’s appearance is rarely a good idea. And saying these things to someone experiencing hair loss can be unhelpful at best — and hurtful at worst."

1. ‘Do You Have Cancer?’…

"A woman who lost her hair to alopecia and then had a double mastectomy

says she tattooed her flat chest to take control

and create a body that felt 'most like her'…

According to the American Chemical Society:

"researchers reporting in Nano Letters have used artificial intelligence (AI) to predict compounds that could neutralize baldness-causing reactive oxygen species in the scalp. Using the best candidate, they constructed a proof-of-concept microneedle patch and effectively regenerated hair on mice."

"When the levels of oxygen free radicals are too high, they can…

Filings based on clinical data demonstrating significant scalp hair regrowth versus placebo 

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"For Amon Ogyiri, a twenty-four-year-old fashion designer and entrepreneur, being diagnosed with alopecia areata at the age of twenty-four was an unexpected blow. The New-York based creative, whose fashion line Nomä New York has been…

 *Please note that these points apply to adults, not children.

As I imagined it would be, the Oscar slap heard around the world was news for a few days and then it was on to the next things. But I have been mulling it over for the past few weeks and came up with five life lessons that this situation can teach all of…

"Knowledge about SARS-CoV-2 vaccine safety and benefits is evolving to support decision-making about use of these vaccines. Although benefits of these vaccines greatly overweight risks associated with acquisition of infection, the benefit-risk balance should be communicated to patients."

A Case Report and Narrative Review…

Navigating Prior Authorization and Insurance Appeals for Wigs,…

"Hair loss due to alopecia can be discouraging. It impacts not only your outward appearance, but often your self-esteem as well. While many people who have alopecia feel confident in the visible display of their condition, others may be interested in camouflaging or disguising hair loss."

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A friend of mine, Ann-Margaret Hovsepian, recently included this quote her newsletter from a post I posted on Facebook …