Attend NAAF's Annual Patient Conference June 30 - July 2, 2023!

This unforgettable experience will connect you with a network of people who share similar challenges to those you may face. Special guests and speakers will offer inspiration, professional caregivers will share medical information and advice to better understand and manage alopecia areata, and expert researchers will detail the latest in treatment development.

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FDA Approves First Systemic Treatment for Alopecia Areata

Learn about the first U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved treatment for alopecia areata, Olumiant™.

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Find a Youth Mentor

NAAF’s Youth Mentor Program connects children living with alopecia areata to dedicated young adult mentors to formulate lasting bonds while providing support and guidance on dealing with the day-to-day challenges stemming from alopecia areata.

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Walk For Alopecia™

Let’s do something about alopecia areata, Let’s Walk For Alopecia™!

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What is Alopecia Areata?

Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disease, causing sudden hair loss on the scalp, face, and sometimes other areas of the body. There are different levels of alopecia areata severity. The three main types of alopecia areata are patchy, alopecia totalis (total hair loss on the scalp), and alopecia universalis (total hair loss on the body).

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