March 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This quality improvement initiative at Children’s Hospital of Orange County seeks to increase awareness and use of nonprofit pediatric wig programs by at least 50% over three months through educational interventions.
June 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This study found that while children's books on alopecia represent diverse hair types and textures, they often lack essential aspects like the inclusion of healthcare providers and recommended treatments, which could enhance medical understanding and support for children affected by alopecia.
August 2023 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study evaluated online resources for alopecia areata patients and highlighted the value of directing them to Alopecia UK, National Alopecia Areata Foundation, and Health Talk for psychological support.
June 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this study, researchers evaluated online resources for psychological support for alopecia areata patients and found the quality lacking, with most resources not providing adequate advice or referring to therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy, despite the significant psychological impact of the condition.
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March 2006 in “Journal of medical ethics” This report describes a case of twins with alopecia areata totalis who did not respond to corticosteroids but showed significant hair growth with platelet rich plasma injections, suggesting PRP's potential as an alternative treatment.
