Taking up the challenge: Local cyclists join forces as Team Daisy in Pan Mass Challenge Jul 31, 2008
Her struggles with growth and hearing and hair loss. Perhaps the best medicine, both parents say, is Daisy s attitude during the whole journey. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Hair Loss In Children Jul 30, 2008
Children's hair loss is a more common problem than you would expect ... This type of hair loss usually reverses itself spontaneously, often within twelve months ... This is the same type of hair loss that some women experience after having a baby. (Suite101.com)
Diet shows that are hard to swallow Jul 30, 2008
Last week, a nutritionist checking in with Margaret and her daughter, Kayla, halfway into the process discovered that they were suffering hair loss, a symptom of malnutrition. But hey, they eventually lost more than 100 pounds between the two of them. (Globe and Mail)
Is the cancer societys money well spent locally? Jul 27, 2008
Look Good Feel Better is a support group that focuses on cancer patients who are coping with skin changes and hair loss. Sessions are held the second Monday of each month from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. at the office of Dr. Mark McCarthy, 4990 E. Mediterranean Drive, Suite D, in Sierra Vista. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Girls offer donations from the heart and head Jul 25, 2008
Locks of Love is a public non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children in the United States and Canada under age 18 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. Their families are very proud of their decisions and they are both beautiful in their new hairdos. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Gas card giveaways draw customers Jul 25, 2008
Consult a hair loss surgeon in Brookfield in July and leave with a $10 gas card. Work six months for a Milwaukee collection agency and get a $100 gas card. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Breast cancer survivor helps start fitness classes Jul 25, 2008
She said that many cancer survivors can't go to a traditional gym because they are often too weak or intimidated because of hair loss or the fact that they can't work out as hard as others. They are also often dealing with lots of medical bills and can't afford a personal trainer or gym membership, Friedman Lemoine added. (Los Angeles Daily News)
Pa. parents sue FirstEnergy over girl’s illness Jul 23, 2008
PITTSBURGH The family of a girl who once asked Santa Claus for a wig to hide her baldness is suing FirstEnergy Generation Corp., saying its coal-fired power plant in Beaver County spewed pollution that caused the hair loss and other health problems. The Bruce Mansfield plant in Shippingport has long been targeted by state and federal regulators, as well as environmental activists who have sued FirstEnergy, claiming the facility continues to violate Pennsylvania pollution standards. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Female Hair Loss Jul 23, 2008
Most people think of hair loss as a problem affecting only men, but nearly 40% of hair loss sufferers are women. Women with hair loss, or alopecia, can have a hard time of it ... Causes of Women's Hair Loss. (Suite101.com)
Prostate cancer 'wonder pill'... Jul 22, 2008
If it fails, doctors turn to chemotherapy, which can have severe side-effects such as nausea, pain, malnutrition, haemorrhages and hair loss. Many patients also have radiotherapy, to reduce associated pain in the bones. (The Drudge Report)
No room for Gibson Jul 21, 2008
Her hair loss is charity's gain. Susan Cyr will go to great lengths for a good cause - like 12 inches. (Boston Globe)
72 hours of Love Jul 21, 2008
Beginning July 30, Brooks and her extended family will cut their hair and donate it to Locks of Love, an organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children with long-term medical hair loss. The idea to donate a lot of hair at once to the organization came during last year's American Cancer Society Relay for Life in Casper. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
They gave a little bit of their love (and hair) away Jul 21, 2008
She wanted to help children who have permanent hair loss from medical conditions by donating her hair to the national nonprofit group Locks of Love. Sunday she was at it again, giving 26 inches of hair grown since her first donation. (Florida Times-Union)
Online Hair Loss Restoration Sales Jul 20, 2008
com offer a wide range of products for men and women looking for answers to their hair loss challenges ... Finally, the highest-cost items are sold as products to combat hair loss ... Hair Loss Products Over $50. (Suite101.com)
Billed as healthy, diet aid proves the opposite Jul 20, 2008
We didn't know what was going on," Virginia Crawford said. At least 201 people in 10 states have experienced adverse reactions from the product since the recall, according to the FDA, but the agency didn't provide a state-by-state breakdown. The supplement was distributed in 15 states. Vitamin supplements are sold over the counter and are not FDA-regulated. However, the agency is responsible for warning consumers about recalls and determining how a product became contaminated. MULTIMEDIA PDF:... (Athens Banner-Herald)
1998: Syphilis Genome Sequenced; 2008: Syphilis on the Rise Jul 18, 2008
Primary infections appear as ulcers or shankers on the genitals, anus or mouth; secondary infections result in rashes on the foot's sole or the palm of the hand as well as hair loss and lesions on or around the genitalia. ScientificAmerican. (Scientific American)
Vets offer tips for ridding your pet of summer pests Jul 17, 2008
Some chemicals in over-the-counter products, particularly permethrin, can cause hair loss, dry skin, muscle tremors, tearing, comas and even death in dogs and cats. In 2005, the Environmental Protection Agency required Hartz Mountain Company, maker of several brands of over-the-counter flea medications, to stop production of several flea and tick products containing permethrin that were associated with adverse reactions. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Coast Guard Members Cut Hair For Locks Of Love Jul 17, 2008
The group of women collected over 80 inches of hair to donate to Locks of Love, a non-profit organization that provides hair prosthetics to children suffering from a condition called alopecia areata, which causes hair loss and has no known cure or cause. All content. (WTKR.com, VA)
Eight-Year Melanoma Remission is Among Early Cancer Treatment Results Jul 14, 2008
Most patients never experience side effects commonly affiliated with chemotherapy or radiation (nausea, vomiting, hair loss, bone marrow suppression or immune system suppression). An experienced physician prescribes and monitors all treatment and maintains close communication with the patient's established oncologist. (PR Newswire)
Total number of dogs rescued from E.TX property now up to 80 Jul 13, 2008
Several of the dogs also appeared to have health problems, including injured legs, hair loss and eye infections, Kaden said. They're all being evaluated and treated at the SPCA shelter until a judge decides who should have custody. (KSLA.com, LA)
Umbilical Cord Stem Cells Transport Anti-Cancer Drugs Directly To Tumors Jul 13, 2008
31, 2006) A new method of delivering chemotherapy to cancer patients without incurring side effects such as hair loss and vomiting is being developed. The method, produced at the University of Bath, England. (Science Daily)
George Clooney takes his sexiness seriously Jul 13, 2008
He said: "I can only talk about my own experiences. With me, it's the hair. If you have beautiful and strong hair, then you're successful with women. In the case of hair loss, it's all over.". George - who recently split with girlfriend Sarah Larson - also insisted he doesn't deserve his playboy reputation because he isn't afraid of commitment. (Xinhuanet, China)
Jaycie Sones learns powerful lesson Jul 8, 2008
Jaycies mom, Bernie Sones, talked to the youngster about a program called Locks of Love, a public non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children younger than age 18 in the United States and Canada suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. While all that might be a lot for a youngster to comprehend, Jaycie understood the idea that a sick child would be able to use her hair. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Can Recycling Be Used To Treat Cancer? Jul 8, 2008
"Specifically identifying and targeting the cancer cells, while leaving normal cells intact should have great therapeutic impact. Most side effects people associate with chemotherapy, such as nausea and hair loss, are due to toxic effects of drugs on normal tissues. Exploiting a feature of cancer cells should spare the normal tissue and decrease these awful side effects," explains Dr. Giaccia. The researchers discovered a compound, STF-62247, that was selectively toxic to RCCs deficient in VHL... (Science Daily)
Molecule That Kills Kidney Cancer Cells Discovered Jul 8, 2008
As an added benefit, Giaccia said, patients treated with STF-62247 should not suffer some of chemotherapy's infamous side effects, like nausea and hair loss, because STF-62247 is not toxic to the entire body. Clinical trials could begin "in the next couple years," Giaccia said. (Science Daily)
UNMC To Honor 'GMA's' Robin Roberts Jul 4, 2008
She has discussed her hair loss and has taken her wig off when shes on camera. I saw a story on her in People Magazine, and it showed her walking down the runway of a fashion show without her wig. (7 KETV Omaha)
Still believing despite loss Jul 2, 2008
And, will he find an answer to his continuing hair loss problem. These are the issues on which your readership needs commentary. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Focus turns to Rockwool plant - Video Jun 29, 2008
Jacob wrote on Jun 28, 2008 10:16 AM:" Just a few interesting things I found on other posts. May not be true since it is on the internet but it is all interesting.I found it on St. Josephs news website.Posted by Noreaster on May 21, 2008 at 7:54 a.m. (Suggest removal) My wife had brain tumors. She grew up in the Cameron/Maysville area. They were non-malignant benign minengeomas. Doctors couldn`t say how they started. She had brain tumor surgerys in 1961,1965 and 1991. The first, the size of A... (Cameron Observer, MO)
Locks times three: Trio donate hair to charity Jun 28, 2008
Nicole Callahan, 7, Michelle Callahan, 5 1/2, and Codi Butt, 7 1/2, recently gave up their beautiful long locks of hair for Locks of Love, a non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children under age 18 suffering from long-term hair loss. Tanya, a hairdresser at Cher Magic in Lynn, performed the cutting. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Thyroid problems Jun 28, 2008
Hair loss, sparseness of hair. And while these symptoms might be signals that something other than your thyroid is the issue, it's worth getting it tested. (CNN -- Health)
Ilyse Ross doesnt let anything keep her from good deeds Jun 27, 2008
Locks of Love is a public non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children under age 18 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis ... The Certificate of Appreciation Ilyse received for her first donation is for "Selfless dedication and support of our mission to return a sense of self, confidence and normalcy to children suffering from hair loss. Ilyse Ross has gone to great lengths to help a child.". (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Nashville makes cut for follicle-friendly cities Jun 27, 2008
An addendum to the study, a "Hair Aware" study fielded by market research firm StrategyOne, examined national perceptions of hair loss among American men. Among the companion study's findings. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Follicular Unit Hair Transplant Jun 23, 2008
While topical hair loss solutions such as Rogaine and Propecia may slow or stop hair loss and even minimally regrow hair, these options are temporary and over time more costly than cosmetic hair restoration surgery ... The method ensures that single session results mimic natural stages of hair loss ... With many hair loss restoration procedures, donor scalp sections of a various shape (round, square, triangle, oval, linear strip, flap) and size are excised from one portion of the scalp and... (Suite101.com)
Drug prolongs life expectancy for lung cancer patients: study Jun 23, 2008
Turbans for Cancer Patients experiencing hair loss due to chemotherapy treatments. Large selection offering soft, quality fabrics and full coverage. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Autoimmune diseases on the rise in Ghana Jun 20, 2008
At the launch, Dr Ida Kuwornu, a physician specialist at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital in a lecture named symptoms and signs of the disease as malaise, fatigue, rashes, hair loss, febrile illness, recurrent miscarriages, visual impairment, joint swellings, memory loss, strokes and limb weakness. She said there was no known treatment for the condition as it could only be managed through various tests, treatment and physiotherapy. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Beads mark Relay for Life honoree’s journey with leukemia Jun 19, 2008
Another part of treatment that Chloe said she was nervous about was hair loss ... A bead with a big smiley face marks Chloe s hair loss on the string of beads. (Charles City Press, IO)
Why Is My Dog Losing Hair? Jun 18, 2008
Fleas, Allergies, Inhalants, Mange, Stress Cause Hair Loss in Dogs ... Fleas, Allergies, Inhalants, Mange, Stress Cause Hair Loss in Dogs ... Seasonal shedding occurs naturally but, scratching and excessive hair loss can indicate parasites or certain diseases and should be treated before infection sets in. (Suite101.com)
How much hair do you really shed every day? Jun 18, 2008
A better and more reliable way of calculating hair loss is a 60-second count, concluded the study by researchers at the Baylor College of Medicine, Houston. . (Sify.com, India)
Garden party Jun 18, 2008
The women happily took a few inches off the top for Locks of Love, the nonprofit that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged kids in the United States and Canada who are suffering from long-term hair loss as a result of a medical condition. Taking part in the collective cut at William George's James Joseph Salon were (from left) Anneli Finn, Megan Johnson, Amelia Landers, 4-year-old Siena Potorski, Heidi Felago, and Annie Oh. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Countdown to Hair Loss Jun 18, 2008
"Hair loss is fraught with emotions... Here is a hair count that allows the person to get a handle as to what's going on with their hair," said Dr. Jeffrey Miller, senior author of the study and associate professor of dermatology at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Penn ... "The reality is that hair loss is incredibly common among men and women. Fifty percent of both genders will have hair loss by the age of 50. That's a big number," added Dr. Doris Day, an attending physician in... (MEDLINEplus)
Newman: 'I'm doing fine' Jun 13, 2008
"I spoke to his office ... this is the statement that came directly from him." Just weeks ago, a statement was released from the Westport Country Playhouse that Newman would not direct the Playhouse "Of Mice and Men," scheduled to open Oct. 7 That cancellation also fueled reports that he is being treated for cancer, despite his previous public jokes in which he tried to make light of his visits to doctors, saying that they were to treat athlete's foot and hair loss. In a previous statement... (Westport Minuteman, CT)
Four sisters donate beautiful lengths of hair in tribute to family member fighting cancer Jun 12, 2008
Connors explained that it takes six ponytails for Pantene to create the average wig for someone who is suffering hair loss due to illness related to cancer treatment. Connors advised the sisters to "be patient with your hair until it gets used to the new length, since it goes into shock after being cut so much. In one to two washes, it will get used to its new length.". (Rhinebeck Gazette Advertiser, NY)
Paul Newman Cancer Rumour Confirmed Jun 12, 2008
In January, he was quoted as saying: "I am being treated for athlete's foot and hair loss - unless the doctors know something I don't.". The actor's representative Toni Howard has previously dismissed the cancer claims as simply "not true". (Sky News)
Newman dismisses cancer rumor Jun 12, 2008
He notes a previous dismissal of the cancer rumor: Newman's statement joked that he was being treated "for athlete's foot and hair loss.". Seeing photos of an aged Newman can be startling to fans, he points out. (USA Today -- Life)
Rep says Paul Newman "doing nicely" Jun 11, 2008
Tabloid stories earlier this year suggested the beloved star and humanitarian had just six months to live and was under hospital supervision, but the actor laughed off the rumors, insisting his medical crisis was nothing more than treatment of athlete's foot and "hair loss". And fears for the star's health were further heightened after lifestyle guru Martha Stewart posted a recent photograph of herself and Newman on her website, which showed the actor appearing frail and in ill health. (WOKR13 Rochester)
End-of-life patients need big picture Jun 11, 2008
Hair loss: Most patients lose their hair during chemotherapy but find that it grows back once the treatment has ended, usually within three months. Mouth, gum, and throat sores. (USA Today)
More of this story Jun 10, 2008
"Hair loss can have a devastating effect on a child who is already dealing with the unexplainable concept of cancer," she said in a letter inviting participation. "When a child looses her hair from chemotherapy it takes a long time to grow back. Often times the waiting is difficult, with odd looks from strangers, comments from schoolmates along with the self-consciousness many children already possess... Your hair will grow back quickly and your life will go back to the way it was before.... (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Experts: Experimental meds option for Kennedy Jun 10, 2008
The treatments can cause fatigue, brain swelling, nausea, vomiting and hair loss. Video. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Patrick Swayze back at work but Paul Newman forced to quit Jun 10, 2008
However, his spokesperson played down his hospitalisation, saying Newman was "being treated for athlete's foot and hair loss". Newman has previously denied reports he has cancer. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Teams gather to fight cancer Jun 5, 2008
One program that will benefit is Look Good Feel Better, in which cancer survivors are able to talk with cosmetologists about physical changes resulting from their illness, such as hair loss and skin changes. Another is Reach to Recovery, pairing cancer survivors with recently diagnosed patients to talk with them and give support. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Hair-Cloning Could Be Next Step in the Baldness Battle Jun 4, 2008
Millions of men and women who suffer from premature baldness or hair loss could soon be able to regain their original lustrous locks by cloning their remaining hair in the laboratory, research suggests. The new technique, known as follicular cell implantation," has already shown positive results in continuing clinical trials on human beings. The work, being carried out by a British team, is being hailed as a major advance in hair restoration and is backed by a $3.7 million government grant. The... (Fox News)
British Researchers Found Cure For Male Baldness A Report Jun 4, 2008
Around 2/5 of men over 50 have hair loss problems. But, additional work is required on the new re-growth system. (TopNews)
Sen. Kennedy walking one day after brain surgery Jun 4, 2008
Possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, fatigue and hair loss. The outlook for patients with malignant gliomas is poor, and depends on what type of glioma a patient has. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Charlestown Chamber executive director ready to move on Jun 4, 2008
Locks of Love is a nonprofit organization that provides hairpieces for children suffering long term hair loss from various medical diseases. She is thinking about growing it out again. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Paclitaxel Poliglumex (OPAXIO(TM))/Capecitabine Regimen Well Tolerated and Active in Metastatic Breast Cancer Jun 3, 2008
"Given the convenient dosing schedule, a 15 minute infusion every 3 weeks, as well as no requirement for premedications and minimal hair loss associated with OPAXIO compared to other taxanes, the goal of the study was to determine if OPAXIO combined with capecitabine, an oral chemotherapy agent, as first- line therapy in metastatic breast cancer would prove to be an active and relatively well tolerated regimen," said Jack W. Singer, M.D., Chief Medical Officer of CTI. "The severe toxicities... (PR Newswire)
Cloned hair could be the way to beat baldness Jun 3, 2008
Cells grown in the laboratory may offer a possible solution to hair loss, preliminary trials have suggested ... Hair loss affects two-fifths of men over 50, and can be a long-term problem for some people following radiotherapy or burns. (BBC News -- Health)
Hair cloning could provide cure for baldness Jun 3, 2008
The procedure is being developed by Intercytex, a British company based in Manchester, which is among many competing to find a cure for hair loss a condition which affects 40 per cent of men over 50. It may require more than 1,000 tiny injections to produce that number of hairs in extensively bald patients, but it promises to be quicker and less invasive than current hair transplant techniques. (Telegraph.co.uk)
A treatment to clone hair Jun 3, 2008
The procedure is being developed by Intercytex, a British company based in Manchester, which is among many competing to find a cure for hair loss - a condition which affects 40% of men over 50. Trial results have indicated that the cell therapy can increase hair count in at least two thirds of patients after six months, and four out of five if the scalp is stimulated beforehand through gentle abrasions which encourage growth. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Brangelina ready for twins' arrival Jun 2, 2008
Could hair loss be behind Naomi Campbells temper tantrums. The feisty supermodel started losing her hair 15 years ago, fashion photographer Huggy Ragnarsson told The Sun newspaper. (MSNBC -- News)
Now, hair cloning 'to treat baldness' Jun 2, 2008
The procedure is being developed by Intercytex, a British company based in Manchester, which is among many competing to find a cure for hair loss -- a condition which affects 40 per cent of men over 50. Trial results have indicated that the cell therapy can increase hair count in at least two thirds of patients after six months, and four out of five if the scalp is stimulated beforehand through gentle abrasions which encourage growth. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Children, animals taken from filthy Tucson home Jun 1, 2008
Klein said when she went to check out the home on Thursday, a lot of dogs had eye infections and hair loss, and that it appeared they had not been socialized because they had bad temperaments. Half of them didn't have water, and the other half were not vaccinated, she said. (AZCentral -- News)
EPA acts to keep rat poison from kids, pets Jun 1, 2008
They include internal bleeding, nosebleeds, hair loss and extensive bruising. Between 2001 and 2003, rat poison was responsible for nearly 60,000 poisonings, according to a study done by the American Association of Poison Control Centers. (CNN -- Health)
Employee fired after charges of animal abuse May 31, 2008
The dog reportedly suffered from frostbite, malnutrition and dehydration, severe hair loss (mange), ear and eye infections, seborrhea of the skin, cellulitis, and anemia. Unquote. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Think a thin person can't get diabetes? Think again May 30, 2008
You often wake up with a headache You often wake up in the middle of the night You had acne, numerous cavities, and hair loss in your teens/early 20s You feel cranky or forgetful after a high-carb breakfast. You probably need an OGTT if. (MSNBC -- Health)
New hair business focuses on hair loss of men and women May 30, 2008
"Our mission is hair replacement for men and women who need cosmetic or medical needs from hair loss or thinning hair. We also can advise full or partial cranial prostheses for chemotherapy patients," Mauriello said ... Ask about the new Connecticut insurance bill that covers medical hair loss too. (Orange Bulletin, CT)
