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 Continue reading →
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 Continue reading →
It’s time to register your interest in our yearly camp!!
What is the AAAdventure camp? It’s super fun, filled with memorable experiences, and a fantastic opportunity to meet other kids with Alopecia Areata. Plus, it’s a chance to have an Continue reading →
Chel (our President) and Vesna (our Vice President) donated their long locks at our Victoria Open Day. Thank you for being such amazing role models and supports to our community!
This is Arthur, who will be undertaking a 100km run (wow!!!) in support of AAAF this coming February 2024. He has already raised almost $2000 in donations, the momentum is building and it’s time to get more people involved!
Dive into the empowering stories and latest updates in the November 2023 issue of Raise Magazine! Meet our amazing committee, explore job opportunities, stay informed on research updates, and more. View the latest issue through this link: https://aaaf.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Raise-November-2023-1.pdf
The study is investigating the socio-economic burden of Alopecia Areata (AA) on adolescents, adults, and their caregivers/partners. This analysis will be used to generate Quality-Adjusted Life Years, a quantitative measure for how patient’s lives are impacted, which may facilitate assessments Continue reading →