The Australia Alopecia Areata Foundation was founded in 2010 with the purpose of improving the lives of people living with Alopecia Areata and their families.
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Navigating Safety Concerns: Understanding the Risks of JAK Inhibitors
A comprehensive safety study on the JAK inhibitor tofacitinib, used for rheumatoid arthritis, revealed concerning risks compared to tumor necrosis factor inhibitors. These risks include major cardiovascular issues, various cancers (particularly lung, lymphomas, and non-melanoma skin cancers), severe infections, and increased mortality rates. Since other JAK inhibitors like baricitinib and ...
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ASAMI Study: Findings from a worldwide expert agreement on factors influencing Alopecia Areata severity.
What are the key factors that determine Alopecia Areata severity? IMPORTANCE: Current measures of alopecia areata (AA) severity, such as the Severity of Alopecia Tool score, do not adequately capture overall disease impact. OBJECTIVE: To explore factors associated with AA severity beyond scalp hair loss, and to support the development ...
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Revamped Grant a Wig Program: $700 Grant Offered for Young Wig Recipients
Since 2012, the Australian Alopecia Areata Foundation (AAAF) has provided crucial support to young individuals and families dealing with alopecia through their Grant A Wig for Kids program. The program has expanded to assist various demographics, including university students and those over 55, thanks to donor contributions. Emphasizing personal choice, ...
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