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Just like humans, dogs can suffer from seasonal allergies. In fact, seasonal allergies are one of the leading conditions that pet owners and veterinarians face. It’s more common during the spring, summer and fall – for obvious reasons. However, if not treated or controlled in a timely manner, seasonal allergies can progress to year-round allergies. A … Continue reading Know the Signs of Seasonal Allergies in Dogs

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A short while back the German Society of Dermatologists took a long hard look at hair restoration. We take a look.

 

Hair Restoration

In a report that was eventually published in 2011 the German Society of Dermatologists set out to achieve something not seen before. Their noble ambition was to provide the medical profession with some solid information on which to base their advice to hair loss sufferers, specifically sufferers of androgenetic alopecia, that inherited form which affects over half of all adults and is currently incurable.

Methodology

Using a set of criteria they examined the pros and cons of all the principal hair loss treatments on the market. So with separate consideration for each treatment in regard to men and women, and based on a range of attributes, for example the ability to prevent progression was considered along with safety, the quality of the evidence available and the improvement offered.

Results

The notable high score for hair restoration came in the quality of the evidence available. Because it is an invasive surgery the work is performed by a qualified, and heavily regulated, surgeon. With everything reported there is plenty of data on which to draw meaningful conclusions. As might be expected it scored a zero for it's ability to halt progression of the hair loss but shaded both minoxidil and finasteride for it's ability to improve the appearance. One last observation was that in terms of safety a transplant was considered less safe than finasteride, which in turn is more risky than minoxidil.

It's Different For Girls

There was a note of caution for women in the report. For women the ability to improve appearance was only rated as high as the only FDA approved medication. This is due to the nature of hair loss for women, who tend to see their hair thin across the top of the head. Men will usually lose hair at their hairline which slowly creeps backwards. It is an easier task for the surgeon to replace that hairline than it is for him to fill in thinning hair.

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We applaud the spirit and work of the German dermatologists who saw the need for this report. Giving doctors and dermatologists support through this understanding of the various stages of hair loss aligned with the most effective options for treatment is a great tool for the profession. Just as importantly to us here at HIS HQ it is always good to see the medical profession batting for hair loss sufferers everywhere. You can see their original report here. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our team of friendly experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page. Or click here to find your nearest clinic.

At last! A serious study looking at a topical version of the hair loss cure hopeful, JAK inhibitors. We look closer.

 

Aclaris Therapeutics

We have been watching their progress for what seems like forever, such is the glacial pace of progress in the world of new medicines. Aclaris Therapeutics are another of the new breed of biotech companies looking to leverage their ever expanding knowledge to deliver new medications, in the case of Aclaris the focus is on treatments for skin and hair conditions... where there are currently no FDA approved medications or where gaps in treatment exist. Stands to reason then that hair loss, particularly the form labelled androgenetic alopecia, would be in their cross-hairs.

JAK Inhibitors

The Janus Kinane pathway (JAK) is thought to be responsible for delivering messages to the follicle which cause it to stop in the rest phase, which occurs just after a follicle has shed it's hair. After briefly staying in that rest phase it should move in to the anagen phase, where active growth occurs. JAK inhibitors work by interfering with those signals and allowing the follicle to move through that rest phase and into anagen... it certainly seems to have done the trick for a number of mice in the early trials of Aclaris' snappily named ATI-502.

The Trial

Aclaris have announced a Phase 2 open-label study of their topical JAK inhibitor, ATI-502. It will involve a dozen men and women, so 24 in total, being treated twice a day over 30 weeks at three different facilities, all in the USA. In the words of D. Stuart Shanler, Chief Scientific Officer at Aclaris, "This is an important step forward in understanding he clinical utility of our JAK inhibitors in patents with androgenetic alopecia."

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Exciting news from the USA on a subject we were only moaning about last week, the lack of a study on JAK inhibitors seemed strange given the encouraging results for the oral version. Any oral medication will take years to come to market due to the stringent testing and barriers to market entry. A topical version bypasses many of these hurdles and can be monetized quickly as an over the counter product, so long as the trials do not show any adverse effects... which has been something of a problem for the oral version. It might be that we see results from this study by the end of the year, you can be sure we will report it here. You can see the original Global Newswire press release here. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our team of friendly experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page. Or click here to find your nearest clinic.

Next week, CureSearch for Children’s Cancer is proudly hosting the third annual Catapult Summit, acting as a neutral convener of industry leaders to lead the way for better treatments for childhood cancer patients.

CureSearch is inviting leaders from industry, academia, investment, business, healthcare, our own key advisors and more to this collaborative event. The Catapult Summit will provide an open forum to address the gaps the industry faces and develop an action plan to advance better, less-toxic treatments for children’s cancer.

“We feel honored that the highest-level experts in the pediatric cancer arena are coming together for this Summit,” said Kay Koehler, CureSearch CEO. “Our collective goal is to help children with cancer; the path to that goal is the identification and development of potential solutions to the research, regulatory and commercialization challenges we face in getting drugs to market faster.”

Our research strategy is designed to quickly advance the strongest children’s cancer research and accelerate real treatments to the marketplace for children. As part of our strategy, CureSearch has stepped up to drive the collaborations needed to push forward our mutual goal: to deliver less-toxic treatments to kids now.

“Pediatric cancer drug development is an increasing dynamic, competitive and challenging environment on all fronts,” said Dr. Sam Blackman, Senior Vice President at Silverback Therapeutics, Chair of our Industry Advisory Council and Summit panel facilitator. “CureSearch occupies a unique position in this ecosystem because of their ability to convene committed and passionate researchers from all areas of expertise.”

This significant strategic meeting will act as an open forum for discussion and provide clear action for moving forward with our research strategy. The goal is to identify obstacles, understand why they are impeding progress and develop ways to drive new therapies for children with cancer.

“Here at Novartis, we are so committed to expedited discovery and development of breakthrough drugs for children with cancer,” said Dr. Jay Bradner, President of the Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research (NIBR). “I look forward to sharing our experiences on developing first CAR-T therapy for pediatric ALL, and considering more generally how our community can rally together around the longstanding challenge of undruggable targets in pediatric tumors. Most of all, I look forward to listening – to the great and impassioned leaders assembled by this remarkable organization.”

Learn more about CureSearch’s research strategy and view the below video to learn more about the Catapult Summit.

A special thank you to our generous event sponsors : Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Gilled, Amgen, Bristol-Myers Squibb and initiative sponsors: Genentech, Novartis, and Acerta Pharma (AstraZeneca Group).

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A migraine headache is one of the most painful headaches you can experience. Migraine headaches are a result of specific changes within the brain, which causes severe head pain. The severe pain usually occurs on one side of the head. Some people describe it as a “pounding” feeling, and it may be made worse with … Continue reading Treat Migraines with Essential Oils

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A heartwarming story from the state of Wisconsin where a 2nd Grader suffering from alopecia has just won the Little Miss Wisconsin pageant. We just had to look closer...

 

Alopecia Areata

Joslyn Larson is not your typical beauty pageant winner. The second grader from Eau Claire in Wisconsin has set an example to young girls everywhere that beauty is at least as much on the inside. Joslyn was diagnosed with alopecia areata,  two years ago. A condition that often presents as coin-sized discs, though can be more severe and certainly was in Joslyn's case. Since then she has undergone numerous treatments but to no avail. Eventually her parents took the decision to discontinue attempts to halt the condition, on the understandable basis that they did not want to subject her to the steroids and other medications when they were proving of no value. Headbands and hats were Joslyn's solution. Right up until the day she came home from school and announced that she was shaving her head. "My hair was falling out anyways and I thought it was really annoying me so I shaved everything off."  Her supportive mum said "The best choice we had was to make sure she was confident, and comfortable and happy. That's the best medicine we could give her."

Little Miss Wisconsin

Joslyn's can do attitude extended to entering beauty pageants, which her mum described as a positive experience building young Joslyn's confidence and letting her meet new people. That confidence clearly made its mark on the  judges at Wisconsin's premier beauty pageant for young girls, the Little Miss Wisconsin event. Joslyn walked off with the big prize and is now looking forward to representing her state at national level when she attends the final in Orlando, Florida later this year. Her proud parents were of course delighted, in the words of her father, Jake Larson "I'm not much of a crier but I teared up a little bit last night when I saw her get crowned and the sash and all of that and yes, I'm just a proud daddy."

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We will be rooting for Joslyn in the summer and hoping she walks off with the national title too, that would surely see plenty of positive headlines. Joslyn herself has expressed a desire to partner with people who support those with alopecia... to share her story of confidence carrying her though, "Because if you're not (confident), then you'll be just scared of everything."  As Joslyn puts it "I want to help people because I feel like that's a good thing to do. I want people to live." If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our friendly team of experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page. Or click here to find your nearest clinic.

Ruxolitinub is suddenly in the news, approved in 2011 it has been touted as a possible hair loss cure. We take a closer look.

 

Ruxolitinub

When it was first approved for use in medical treatment it was as a treatment for a particular form of cancer.  Myelofibrosis, a rare bone marrow cancer, had been shown to respond positively to what is known in the medical world as JAK inhibition. So, ruxolitinub works by interfering with the pathways that signal the autoimmune response, by inhibiting the JAK pathways along which the signals for that autoimmune response travel. Occasionally these responses can go into overdrive and cause problems. In the case of alopecia areata, that form of hair loss which sees the victim develop coin sized patches of baldness, the immune system is tricked into believing that non-threats like the hair follicles are actually a threat and trigger the target and destroy reaction. It was not necessary to be an eagle eyed research student to notice that some of the patients being treated for bone marrow cancer were unexpectedly regrowing hair... nor did it take a Nobel prize winning scientist to realise that the action of inhibiting those JAK pathways was the cause.

Results

Studies were conducted on the efficacy of ruxolitinub to treat a specific form of alopecia, alopecia areata. This condition is directly associated with an autoimmune dysfunction and so clearly had potential to be positively treated. In one of the larger studies 12 subjects with severe alopecia areata were given a 20mg dose twice a day for between three and six months. The results were highly encouraging though with some side effects. To date we are only aware of two very small studies for a topical version of the treatment. A teenage girl who had a bare scalp and underarms as well as a sparse right eyebrow. Her eyebrow regrew and she saw 10% growth on her scalp. The only other study we know about was not so encouraging, a 66 year old saw no growth at all.

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Despite the sudden burst of articles, including one in the UK's best selling daily tabloid The Sun (see their article here), there is no immediate prospect of a topical version, and an oral version aimed at treating hair loss will take much longer to go through the process of FDA approval. Nevertheless, JAK Inhibitors are the focus of research for labs around the world and we watch their progress closely. Fingers crossed. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our team of friendly experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page. Or click here to find your nearest clinic.   has been touted as a possible miracle hair loss cure since it was approved in 2011    

High blood pressure, medically known as hypertension, is the most common of all the conditions of the circulatory system. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention define blood pressure as the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries that carry blood from your heart to other parts of your body (1). A … Continue reading 10 Ways to Control High Blood Pressure

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Not everyone has a work schedule that resembles the traditional 9-to-5 day. Almost 15 million Americans work full time on an evening shift, night shift, rotating shifts or other employer-arranged irregular schedules, according to 2004 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (1). Also, … Continue reading Know the Effects of Shift Work on Your Health

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Having a first-aid box in your home is a must. You never know when accidents can happen. Stocking up on key first-aid items will keep you prepared to respond quickly to common minor injuries and illnesses. A first-aid kit obviously needs some antibiotic ointment, gauze, bandages and the like. But many people don’t think about … Continue reading Know Why You Must Have Calamine Lotion in Your First-Aid Box

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Medicine has recognised the benefits of the lettuce for a very long time, we take a closer look at this humble hair loss cure.

 

A Long History

We have been cultivating lettuce for absolutely ages. Around 6,500 years ago the lettuce made a transition from being just another weed to a plant that we grew. The variety we now know as Cos or Romaine was harvested for the oils that were extracted from the seeds. These seeds were used for a variety of purposes from cooking and medicinal to being used in the mummification of bodies. Fast forward to the Egyptians and the lettuce was to be imbued with aphrodisiac properties, the straight and tall nature of the plant they believed to resemble a phallus and to prove their point when the leaves were broken a milky liquid was produced - which they saw to be a mix of semen and breast milk. This very blend turns out to the food of the Egyptian god of fertility, Min. So there you have it, a pretty watertight case for the miraculous power of a lettuce. By the time of the Greeks and Romans, a full 4000 years later, the lettuce had become what we know it today, a favoured salad item that, like all leafy food, aids digestion and provides essential minerals.

Hair Loss Helper

While the majority of cases of hair loss are due to unavoidable genetically inherited traits, a significant proportion of the rest are due to deficiencies in diet. Lettuce is rich in zinc and iron and contains vitamins A and C. All of which are essential elements of any diet aimed at saving hair. Ayurveda, a popular alternative medicine with it's roots in India that is gaining followers around the world, recommends lettuce as an effective remedy for hair loss.

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6,500 years is  long time for us to be eating lettuce to only just discover it's restorative powers for fighting hair loss. Surely in our connected world the word would be out on it by now. There is always a case for something to have been believed for so long, that it might have some truth... the possibility remains until a serious study is made of the humble lettuce and how it interacts with our systems. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our team of friendly experts, simply complete the contact form at the side of this page. Or click here to find your nearest clinic.

Acne is the most common skin problem in the United States. About 40 to 50 million Americans have acne at any one time, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (1). Pimples can occur in different areas of the body, including your ears where it is more common than you might think. They can develop … Continue reading Home Remedies to Deal with a Pimple in Your Ear

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In addition to chemotherapy, cancer sufferers undergoing endocrine treatment have been warned they should also expect hair loss. We look closer.

 

Hair Loss During Chemotherapy

The often dramatic hair loss that accompanies chemotherapy treatment is usually the first visible sign of the sickness. The emotional effects on the patient can be dramatic, indeed for some the prospect is too terrible to consider and the offer of therapy is declined. It has also been cited that some 8% of women who undergo chemotherapy would, in hindsight, have preferred to keep their hair. There is no cure for chemo induced hair loss although some patients will regrow hair naturally in time. The recent introduction of scalp cooling caps has given an option during treatment that reduces the loss for some. Read more about them here.

Endocrine Therapy

Usually in the form of tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitor, endocrine therapies have made a huge difference in cancer care - In the words of Mario Lacouture MD, senior author on the study, "There are tens of thousands of breast cancer survivors on endocrine therapies, and the remarkable improvements in patient survival that have been achieved through their care have led to patients now being concerned about quality of life issues, like partial hair loss." His team looked back at 112 women who had endocrine therapy and who had no history of alopecia (nor any other scalp condition). While they found that 100% of the patients developed hair loss only 8% of those developed what his team refer to as grade 2 alopecia.. it is not the hair loss scale we are familiar with but basically means that you are classified grade 2 if you lose more than 50% of your hair. Dr Lacouture's team noted, unsurprisingly maybe, that the negative psychological effects of hair loss were present even if the hair loss was grade 1.

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The good news for endocrine patients is that 80% of them treated with topical minoxidil showed improvement... though their study did not look at the effect of starting minoxidil prior to treatment. Those 8% of women who, having undergone treatment and lost their hair, would turn back time and avoid the treatment are a clear sign that this is a real problem and worthy of attention. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our team of friendly experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page, or click here to find your nearest clinic.

Arnica, also known as arnica montana, is one of the most beneficial substances available in nature’s pharmacopeia. In fact, it is one of the most widely used herbs in homeopathic medicine. Its many health benefits come from a number of compounds found in arnica, such as helenalin, linoleic acid, palmitic acid and thymol. The herb … Continue reading Know the Different Uses of Arnica

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When it comes to psoriasis, we often think of scaly skin patches that itch, crack, get red, feel sore and sometimes bleed. But there is also a type of psoriasis, known as inverse psoriasis, where lesions are often shiny and smooth, and found in skin folds. Inverse psoriasis is also known as flexural psoriasis because … Continue reading Home Remedies for Inverse Psoriasis

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Aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen — known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) — are some of the common painkillers that you might have in your medicine cabinet. As soon as you start having a headache, toothache, stomachache, backache or any other type of pain, without thinking about anything else, you simply reach for one of those … Continue reading Unbelievable Painkillers that You Have in Your Home

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Bright orange and yellow calendula flowers, also known as pot marigolds, add beauty to any garden. They are also popular in the medicinal world, due to their many impressive health benefits. In fact, calendula is an age-old antifungal, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, wound-healing ally. The petals of these cheerful flowers offer many medicinal properties and are … Continue reading Know the Benefits of Calendula Flowers

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The Green Lantern once said, “no matter how bad things get, something good is out there, just over the horizon.” For superhero Addison Barber, this quote describes her battle with cancer all too well. At just 18 months old, Addison was diagnosed with Stage 5 bilateral Wilms tumor. Hope was just over the horizon for Addison as the cancer ultimately went into remission – but not before a long and tumultuous treatment process.

When Addison was diagnosed – she was too young to comprehend what was happening to her. After a routine check-up, her doctor sent her for an ultrasound which ultimately identified the tumor on her kidney. Just one day later, Addison would have a port placed and started chemotherapy just five days after her diagnosis. She completed six months of weekly chemotherapy sessions, some lasting hours at a time and she had 11 consecutive days of radiation to both her abdomen and chest to help address areas not removed by surgery. She also had a right nephrectomy three months into treatment to remove her right kidney and the entire tumor that encompassed it.

“Addison’s treatment affected us in many ways, but at the time, we were all in. We had family support, and support from our workplaces and friends to get through those months,” said Jaime Barber, Addison’s mom.

Addison also took part in a clinical trial and in October of 2017, five and a half years after diagnosis, she completed her final scans and was given the all clear – the most precious words a family can hear about their child battling cancer. Now superhero Addison loves school, spending time with her friends and family, reading, listening to music and riding her bike.

“We learned quickly how much strength we had as parents, and how taking things day by day, minute by minute was what we had to do. We quickly learned to ask for help, accept help and how grateful we were for all of the family, friends, doctors, nurses and staff that helped Addison and our family get through the most difficult time of our lives,” said Barber.

It is superheroes like Addison that are the inspiration behind our National Superheroes Day celebration. This day brings awareness of our ultimate goal to find less-toxic treatments and save children NOW. On National Superheroes Day, we honor every child battling cancer and those who have lost their lives to this terrible disease. Be a hero for every child with cancer and consider donating today.

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As most cosmetic and beauty products are usually loaded with chemicals, more people are opting for herbal products to apply on their skin and hair. Several herbs have been used since ancient times for beauty purposes – one of them being chamomile. Chamomile is popular for its calming, anti-irritant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. A 2009 … Continue reading Know the Uses of Chamomile for Beauty Purposes

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A bowl of oatmeal makes a refreshing and filling breakfast with a number of health benefits. But the use of oatmeal is not just limited to your morning meal. You can include oatmeal in your beauty regimen to enjoy flawless and beautiful skin. Oatmeal contains 18 different amino acids, which are essential to healthy skin. … Continue reading Use Oatmeal Face Masks to Fight Different Skin Problems

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Your hair is a sign of youth and beauty, and the way you style your hair reflects your personality. Hair comes in many different lengths, styles, colors, and textures. And whether you have long, wavy, short, straight, frizzy, smooth or shiny hair, you need to take good care of it. When it comes to hair … Continue reading Know the Benefits of Using Coconut Oil on Your Hair

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A heady mix of social media and celebrities are being used to shill hair loss supplements of extremely dubious value, and some threat. We look closer.

 

The Supplement Industry

It was an industry born in that most optimistic of decades. In the 1960's Linus Pauling, at one time hailed as America's greatest young scientist, received a letter. It came from a man, who it turned out had spent just two years studying chemistry at college, suggesting to Pauling that if he took vitamin C every day it would add 25 years to his life, maybe more. At the age of 65 you can see why Pauling was willing to forgo his usual scientific rigour and give it a go. So convinced was Pauling of the positive effects of his daily dose of vitamin C that would become responsible, in 1970, for a book titled "Vitamin C and the Common Cold" - in it he claimed that it was possible to eradicate the common cold. It became a best-seller and set the scene for the enormous global supplement market we see today, projected to become worth $220 billion by 2023. Ironically, at least 15 major studies since Pauling published his book have not only not been able to support his theory with evidence, they have actually

A Bizarre Blend

More recently we have seen the advent of supplements aimed at hair. Their spectacular growth has been entirely down to their modern marketing techniques which see celebrities like the ubiquitos Kim Kardashian, who started out promoting "Hairfinity vitamins" before trading to support Sugarbear Hair gummies, marketed as candy that saves your hair. While Kardashian was criticized for failing to tell that she was paid by the company those little chewy sweets now have 2 million followers. That is despite Buzzfeed reporting that independent analysis of Sugarbears found that the ingredient amounts differed by up to 20% to what was on the label, as well as 70% more biotin... compare the recommended daily amount of 30 to 100 micrograms to the 5,000 contained in the sweets and ponder on just how pointless that is... especially as biotin deficiency is actually very rare.  Oh, and they also found small amounts of lead. Lead. In a candy. Quite takes your breath away doesn't it? Owners of other hair supplement manufacturers tell that they deliberately produce packaging and product designed to be visually shareable. Indeed, one large brand raised $5M of funding with one investor crediting their strength on social media as a major factor.

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First we must thank Vox.com for running this story in an excellent article by Cheryl Wischover, read it here, you really should. It seems we have moved away from efficacy being the way you sell a treatment, it's all about the sparkle. Dubious claims made for even more dubious products. One article in the Atlantic points at no less than eight studies which had shown vitamins increase the risk of cancer and heart disease and shorten lives. You can read the article by clicking here. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our team of friendly experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page. Or click here to find your nearest clinic.

Cooling caps have made a mark on the world of chemotherapy, but the latest news suggests they might struggle to achieve widespread availability. We look closer.

 

Cooling Caps

The idea was a simple one,  that by significantly cooling the scalp, thus reducing blood supply to the area, fewer of the toxic chemicals used during chemotherapy will reach the hair follicles. The chemicals used in chemotherapy take deliberate aim at fast growing cells, of which the cancer cells are some. Unfortunately so are those involved in hair growth which is the reason a completely bald head on a young person is often the only outward sign that they are ill. Losing your hair at a time when you are already going through the trauma of coping with cancer can be a daunting prospect... one which prevents some women from even accepting the treatment - however crazy that might sound to some. Cooling caps were shown to have a positive effect, though far from a guarantee against hair loss they were the first product to market which even tried to address the issue. They can, and do, make a profound difference for some patients and for certain types of chemotherapy they have achieved great results. We have, over the last 18 months or so, seen their use proliferate across continents as they gained approval by the various national agencies that control the introduction of such equipment... including the USA.

A Price On Your Hair

A problem has arisen around paying for the cap. With a typical cost of around $2000 for a bespoke fitted cap most would need their insurance to cover that expense. Unfortunately the insurance companies are baulking at the cost with many suggesting the results are not definitive enough to support their effectiveness. The two small scale studies that have been done suggest otherwise, that these caps definitely improve outcomes. Hospitals that offer the caps will do what they can to help patients using discretionary funds, though these are usually earmarked for transport or medications so there is doubtless a fight being had for those resources.

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It is hard to put yourself in the place of someone undergoing chemo and being told they cannot afford the use of a device that might save some or even all of their hair. We sincerely hope that in time, with growing information to support their effectiveness, cooling caps will be covered by all medical insurance policies. Cancer is more than tough enough for anyone without the need to pile on any more misery than is necessary. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our team of friendly experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page. Or click here to find your nearest clinic.

As bad as smoking is for your health, it can be just as bad trying to quit. There are plenty of reasons to stop smoking – one being you’re more likely to stay alive. Cigarette smoking is the leading preventable cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and … Continue reading How to Handle a Smoking Relapse

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Eleven-year-old Will Busby first heard of CureSearch’s Ultimate Hike seven years ago, when his father, Jeff, starting raising funds and training for a 28.3-mile trek to be completed in one day. The family was well aware of the need for funding for children’s cancer research, as four-year-old Will had been diagnosed with high risk acute lymphoblastic leukemia on in 2011.

“More funding for research is critical. One in eight children diagnosed with cancer won’t survive, and of those who do, 60% will develop lifelong side effects,” said Brecka Putnam, senior manager of campaign development. “Only four treatments have been developed specifically for children in the past twenty years. We need more treatments for children to improve patient outcomes.”

The Busby’s have been actively involved in research since his diagnosis. Will participated in a CureSearch funded clinical to help further research, and Jeff laced up his boots and raised funds through the Ultimate Hike program. Jeff continued hiking and coaching new hikers, and Will continued fighting cancer for years finally the family celebrated his “no more chemo day” on May 6, 2014.

Although Will is officially done fighting cancer, he’s chosen to spend his 12th birthday volunteering on the hike to show his support for all the kids who are in treatment now. “He now seems to be dealing with the experience in a way that makes it a positive part of his story,” said Jeff Busby.

Volunteering for an Ultimate Hike is no small feat. Jeff will spend the day on the trail, coaching other hikers and setting them up for success. Meanwhile, Will’s day will be spent loading and unloading vans, filling up hikers’ water packs, cleaning, and cheering on hikers. The first volunteers will report for duty before 2:00 a.m., and the last volunteers on the trail could load up as late as 9:00 p.m.

“We’re so excited to have Will spend the day with us. It can be exhausting, and many kids would prefer to spend their birthday hanging out with friends, rather than making sandwiches for 70 people in the middle of the woods. We’re so thankful,” said Putnam. “Having someone that young who beat cancer out there on the trail will give our hikers the motivation they need when the going gets tough.”

In addition to volunteering with CureSearch, Jeff is a chaplain and leader for Will’s trail life troop, he also backpacks with the group once a month, all year round. He is looking forward to introducing Will to a new group of hikers in a few weeks.

To learn more about CureSearch’s Ultimate Hike, visit www.ultimatehike.org/foothills. To make a donation in honor of Will’s birthday, text CURE to 56512.

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If you do not keep your dog and cat well-groomed, sooner or later you may have to deal with matted fur. It is truly difficult, time-consuming and frustrating for both you as well as your pet when it comes to dealing with matted fur. In some cases, thick matting can be very painful and uncomfortable … Continue reading How to Deal With Matted Hair on Your Dog or Cat

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We all cry, whether due to happiness or sadness. Crying is a part of our human emotional package. But a serious hard cry can leave you with puffy and red eyes. Swollen eyes from crying happen because the nervous system increases blood flow to the blood vessels in your face, especially around your eyes. Also, … Continue reading Home Remedies to Reduce Eye Swelling from Crying

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Before you resort to expensive solutions to fix your hair loss maybe you should consider your diet?   Healthy Hair Hair, a feature common to almost all mammals, is made of keratin. It is the same stuff that makes horns, claws and hooves as well as being the protein that forms a protective outer layer on all the body's surfaces on organs blood vessels and skin. You might be aware that by testing the composition of a sample of your hair it is possible to establish precise information about your diet. It follows that a healthy diet is an essential element of producing healthy hair. What Should You Be Eating? There are a range of essential vitamins recognised as beneficial for hair growth. Near the top of the most people's list would be biotin, vitamin B7. Dairy products are a rich source of B7 along with B12, iron, zinc and omega 6 fatty acids. Oats are a popular breakfast food, mostly as either porridge or muesli, and contain generous amounts of vitamin B along with fibre, zinc, omega-6 fatty acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Throw in some almonds, which contain essential magnesium, and walnuts, for their high biotin content, along with strawberries, containing silica and ellagic acid, and you have the perfect breakfast for anyone concerned about the condition of their hair. Cautionary Note Diet plays an essential role in maintaining healthy hair, and can be part of the solution to many ailments which can result in hair loss. However, that is not the same thing as being a magic bullet to fix any hair problem. The vast majority of people, men and women, suffering from hair loss are victims of androgenetic alopecia - hair loss inherited through their genes from both of their parents. No amount of yoghurt and strawberries can prevent this. HIS Hair Clinic It is not just your hair that benefits when you eat healthily, your skin improves and you will have more energy... which used wisely can provide further health benefits. A happy cycle of well-being. But unless your dermatologist has identified a root cause to your hair loss that is treatable then you will have to either come to terms with your new appearance or take the plunge and do something about it... naturally, we would strongly recommend looking into Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) as an on trend, cost effective, low maintenance option. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our team of friendly experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page or click here to find your nearest clinic.    

Traction alopecia is a serious problem for African American women, one hairdresser in Atlanta Ga. is spreading the word and using her skills to fight the problem.

 

Razor Chic

Jasmine Collins has established her salon, Razor Chic in Atlanta Georgia, as a go to for African American women suffering with traction alopecia. This form of alopecia, for which there is no cure, is typically bought on by styles that see the hair pulled into tight braids, or the wearing of heavy weaves and wigs which put pressure on the natural hair they are attached to. The problem is not restricted to African American women of course, but it is undoubtedly more of a problem among them due in part to style preferences. The problem is exacerbated because African American hair, due to it's curly nature... it means the sebum, hair's natural protector, cannot travel easily round the bends in the hair making them more prone to breakage than straight hair. This form of alopecia will typically appear at the hairline where the pull on the hair is at its greatest, but it can result in more significant and widespread hair loss and leave the sufferer with some tough choices. Many are forced to resort to the wigs and weaves that created the problem in the first place. Some may opt for transplantation though this will start, for a relatively small amount of hair, at around $3000. A modern alternative on offer could see them go for PRP (Platelet Rich Therapy) which sees the patients own blood used to create a serum which is injected directly back into their scalp. A course might cost as much as $2500 and results can take anything up to 3 or 4 months to appear, if they appear at all - there are no guarantees.

Jasmine's Approach

For around $500 Jasmine's clients will receive a cut prior to the application of colour... She uses dye to reduce the contrast between the hair and the scalp. Finally she straightens the hair with chemicals to produce the volume and movement that her clients desire. The results can be remarkable and women with extreme hair loss have been helped to the point where their emotional reaction to the finished style is heartwarming... tears of joy and gratitude are regular on her YouTube videos. Jasmine herself said, in an interview with the NY Times: "I am not anti-weave or wig, I'm just trying to spread the word about an issue."

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Really refreshing to read about Jasmine and her efforts to both educate and repair... for those who cannot get to her Atlanta salon she offers on-line "Edge-U-Cation" classes for a small fee. We have been writing about this issue for years and it is rare indeed to come across anyone actively involved in the fight. Here at HIS we passionately believe that Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) is a fantastic option for women suffering from traction alopecia, where it can be used to in-fill along and above the hairline to completely mask the issue. But the work of Jasmine at Razor Edge for women suffering from more advanced cases is great to read and we wish her every success... excellent to see her work being recognised in the NY Times, you can see their article by clicking here. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our team of friendly experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page, or click here to find your nearest clinic.

People love their eggs! In the United States, egg production totaled a whopping 7.67 billion in just one month, according to the American Egg Board (1). Eggs are a nutrient-dense food, containing varying amounts of 13 essential vitamins and minerals – all for only 70 calories. They also contain important nutrients like vitamin D, phosphorus, … Continue reading How to Use Eggs to Enhance Your Beauty

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Every woman enters the menopause stage sooner or later. Menopause happens when the ovaries stop producing eggs and produce significantly less estrogen, the hormone that controls the reproductive cycle. You enter the menopause stage when you do not have periods for more than 12 months. The average age for menopause onset in the United States … Continue reading Conditions That Increase Your Risk of Early Menopause

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Visionary, thought leader, philanthropist – these are just a few words that describe Dr. Stuart Siegel, CureSearch’s Chairman of the Board. His support of CureSearch can be traced back to the beginning of our organization when, as a pediatric oncologist, he saw first-hand the urgent need to end children’s cancer. Dr. Siegel wanted to use his extensive knowledge and experience to help break down the barriers that impede drug development. Presently, Siegel remains steadfast in his support of the CureSearch strategy and works alongside the staff team to fill the gaps in the system and ensure new drugs are developed for children with cancer.

Siegel first became interested in the area of pediatric cancer asa resident at the University of Minnesota. This was during the 1960s, when mortality rates for pediatric cancer were extremely high; he saw that the field was overwhelmed with countless unanswered questions and he was driven to participate in finding solutions. His commitment dates back to a time when industry leaders like him were just starting to understand how to treat pediatric cancers. In just one example, Siegel was among those who pioneered the use of sterile environments for patients getting intense chemo or bone marrow transplants.

From developing the first pediatric protective environment in 1971 for children undergoing intensive chemotherapy to pioneering academic and clinical care programs nationally and locally for adolescents and young adults with cancer, Siegel’s contributions have revolutionized the field of pediatric oncology. He has been the recipient of numerous awards from major organizations around the world for his efforts to end children’s cancer. Although his list of accomplishments is vast, he’s not done effectuating change.

“Most people are aware of the fact that we’ve had tremendous improvement of survival rates for childhood cancer, however, those strides come at a price,” said Siegel. “Two-thirds of those patients have one or more side effects as a result of their treatment and at least half of these can be life-threatening side effects. We need to find a way to treat them without the side effects or with less of an impact on their lives and long-term health.”

Siegel has played an integral role in the implementation of CureSearch’s Catapult Strategy. This game-changing strategy identifies issues in the pediatric research space and has identified ways to overcome them. With the help of thought leadership, CureSearch is changing status quo to advance the strongest children’s cancer research so treatments are widely available for the children who need it most. Siegel explained that the Catapult Strategy is crucial in bringing all the stakeholders together to make this possible.

He also noted that by convening philanthropists, academia, industry, individuals and other stakeholders in a coordinated effort, CureSearch leads in catapulting new treatments – a major focus of the 2018 Catapult Summit. This annual conference brings together industry leaders who are committed to accelerating the development of pediatric cancer treatments.

“I grew up in the 1960s and 70s when the pediatric population was the first to see new drugs. That has changed dramatically and I felt we really needed to try to stimulate the industry and get over these barriers to develop drugs for pediatric cancer. Until CureSearch came along, no one was really focused on this from a research or development perspective.”

Siegel is currently the Chairman of the Board for the Health Care Foundation for Ventura County. He is also a member of the Global Board of Ronald McDonald House Charities. He has been involved with numerous philanthropic efforts across the country to support pediatric cancer research and has published over 250+ peer review publications in the areas of pediatric cancer and blood diseases. He has been heavily involved in international health programs and helped develop the Institute for Pediatric Oncology at Moscow.

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In its eighth year, the CureSearch Ultimate Hike program has surpassed the $5 million-dollar fundraising milestone. These funds, and every dollar that hikers continue to raise, go towards CureSearch’s mission to advance children’s cancer research. The Ultimate Hike program takes place each year on some of the nation’s most famous trails with hiker fundraising to help find less-toxic treatments and cures for every child with cancer.

“As a pediatric physician, I see far too many kids and their families’ lives changed by childhood cancer. While my team and I do everything we can to fight for these kids, it just isn’t enough,” said Dr. Toni Petrillo, Ultimate Hike participant. “The Ultimate Hike is a great way to raise these critical funds and on the trail you’ll hear stories of courage and survival. Stories that inspire you to keep going.”

More than 15,000 children in the U.S. and 35,000 children in Europe are diagnosed with cancer every year. The $5 million raised through CureSearch’s Ultimate Hike program will address statistics like these by driving progress in childhood cancer research to develop treatments that will save kids now. Since 2012, CureSearch has invested over $8.5M in awards and grants to discover potential new treatments for kids.

“At CureSearch, our ultimate goal is to break through research barriers and deliver better treatment options, giving children the chance to lead the long and healthy lives they deserve,” said Kay Koehler, CureSearch CEO. “The $5 million raised to date through our Ultimate Hike program is crucial in pushing forward research breakthroughs in pediatric oncology.”

In 2018, CureSearch will host seven traditional Ultimate Hikes. For more information about the Ultimate Hike visit ultimatehike.org.

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Nationwide events raise funds for CureSearch for Children’s Cancer’s mission to advance children’s cancer research

BETHESDA, MD – April 6, 2018 – In its eighth year, the CureSearch Ultimate Hike program has surpassed the $5 million-dollar fundraising milestone. These funds, and every dollar that hikers continue to raise, go towards CureSearch’s mission to advance children’s cancer research. The Ultimate Hike program takes place each year on some of the nation’s most famous trails with hiker fundraising to help find less-toxic treatments and cures for every child with cancer.

“As a pediatric physician, I see far too many kids and their families’ lives changed by childhood cancer. While my team and I do everything we can to fight for these kids, it just isn’t enough,” said Dr. Toni Petrillo, Ultimate Hike participant. “The Ultimate Hike is a great way to raise these critical funds and on the trail you’ll hear stories of courage and survival. Stories that inspire you to keep going.”

More than 15,000 children in the U.S. and 35,000 children in Europe are diagnosed with cancer every year. The $5 million raised through CureSearch’s Ultimate Hike program will address statistics like these by driving progress in childhood cancer research to develop treatments that will save kids now. Since 2012, CureSearch has invested over $8.5M in awards and grants to discover potential new treatments for kids.

“At CureSearch, our ultimate goal is to break through research barriers and deliver better treatment options, giving children the chance to lead the long and healthy lives they deserve,” said Kay Koehler, CureSearch CEO. “The $5 million raised to date through our Ultimate Hike program is crucial in pushing forward research breakthroughs in pediatric oncology.”

In 2018, CureSearch will host seven traditional Ultimate Hikes. For more information about the Ultimate Hike visit ultimatehike.org.

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About CureSearch for Children’s Cancer

CureSearch for Children’s Cancer, a national nonprofit organization based in Bethesda, Md., works to end childhood cancer by driving targeted and innovative research with measurable results in an accelerated time frame. CureSearch focuses on advancing the strongest research out the laboratory and into clinical trials and development, where better, less-toxic treatments can quickly help children.

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Life is really short. This is especially true for a dog. In just a matter of a few years, a puppy develops into an adult dog and then old age creeps in. Different breeds of dogs have different life expectancies. While some dogs may only live 10 years or less, certain breeds may live past … Continue reading Know About the Common Health Problems in Senior Dogs

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We wrote recently about FMT and it's extraordinary curative abilities, including to restore hair. We look closer.

 

Faecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT)

As we reported previously, see the first article by clicking here, FMT was reported in 2013 in the New England Journal of Medicine. It told the story of a research study which had seen the team involved take stools, that is poop to you and me, from carefully screened donors. This poop was then processed to extract the healthy bacteria which lives, or should live, in all our stomachs... all of us carry around between 1 and 2Kg of bacteria in what medical people refer to as our gut microbiome. The theory was that the balance of bacteria in their patients could be improved by providing healthy bacteria from other people.

Result!

The results of that initial study were beyond any reasonable expectations, they stopped the study on the grounds that it was considered unethical to withhold the treatment from those on the study receiving the placebo. Everyone on the study was cured. It was the first indication that the gut microbiome was a much more significant player in our general well-being than had ever been appreciated.

New Studies

A new trial at the Massachusetts General Hospital has been producing faecal capsules (it seems the T for transplant in FMT is a mild over-exaggeration these days) from lean people and giving them to obese ones. In 2015 it seems a woman cured of C. difficile using the treatment suddenly developed obesity, from bacteria provided by her obese daughter. In Australia, Professor Thomas Borody, at the Centre for Digestive Diseases, produced a study showing that 18 children with autism, who suffer with bowel problems, treated with FMT not only had their gut conditions improved, the classic autistic issues of poor social skills and communications improved too. There are also clinic trials exploring it's potential in treating multiple sclerosis and it is touted as a possible weapon in the fight against the modern plague of hypertension.

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The fact that it cured two people of all over hair loss has implications for it's use to regulate problems with the autoimmune system, which is at the heart of hair loss. So while Professor Borody warns "... the trouble is that we could have the following: people wanting faecal transplants so they can be taller, or to make their hair grow." So with the good Professor's warning ringing in our ears (You can see more from his interview with the Sydney Morning Herald clicking here)... we will definitely be watching this fascinating space and looking out for developments. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our team of friendly experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page. Or click here to find your nearest clinic.

One boil is bad enough, but several all in one place? Ouch!! A cluster of boils is called a carbuncle. They are caused by a bacterial infection and typically filled with purulent exudate (pus). Often, the infection is caused by staphylococcus aureus or streptococcus pyogenes bacteria. It is highly contagious and may spread to other … Continue reading Home Remedies for a Carbuncle

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A sitz bath, also known as a hip bath, is a type of bath wherein you sit with your buttocks up to your hips in warm water or saline solution in a bathtub or a large basin. This type of bath is medically recommended to relieve discomfort and pain in the lower part of the … Continue reading Know the Benefits of a Sitz Bath and How to Use It

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You probably don’t want to hear this, but your skin is home to thousands of bacteria and fungi. Most of them live and grow on your skin without causing any problem. But some can turn out to be infectious and cause an infection like candidiasis of the skin, also known as cutaneous candidiasis. The problem … Continue reading Home Remedies for Candidiasis of the Skin (Cutaneous Candidiasis)

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Remarkable test results are suggesting that the most unusual treatment we have ever heard of might work on hair loss. And much more...

 

New Hope

We are spoiled for choice these days when it comes to smart research teasing us with ever more in depth understandings of the processes around hair growth and loss. New gene therapies create exciting storylines on an almost weekly basis. But news of an original, to put it mildly, method of recalibrating our body's systems reaches us that makes for exciting reading. One which has been shown to improve the condition of people suffering from anything from obesity to autism... and, of course, our pet favourite, hair loss.

Snake Oil

Since records began we can see men worrying about their hair loss and taking extreme measures to attempt a save. Ancient scrolls and papyruses have contained unusual suggestions from pigeon poop to cow saliva as possible cures. To date though, nothing really works - with all the benefits of modern science we still only have two FDA approved medications, one topical and one systemic (which is not available to women who represent approximately half of all hair loss sufferers). Snake oil salesman reached their peak in the 19th and early 20th centuries. When people's faith in science to change their world was understandably high, at the same time as their grasp of science was still rooted in centuries old misunderstandings. It was a relatively easy task for a salesman to pass through a town and spin a convincing enough yarn to peddle their wares.

Modern Snake Oil?

It is difficult to describe this new treatment for long to someone before their eyebrows begin to knit together, puzzlement quickly gives way to incredulity and you will find yourself having to reassure them that what you are saying is not only based in fact but appears to be a genuinely original area of medicine. One that is not based on the medicines we have developed over the last century and a bit, and not one that is based on any of the new gene science. This is something altogether different.

Faecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT)

You may want to let your lunch go down before reading on... but make sure you do read on - this is amazing stuff. Back in 2013 the vaunted New England Journal of Medicine published a study of FMT. The study centred around a type of gut inflammation triggered by the notorious bug C. difficile... this is a disease that kills one in ten of it's victims. FMT is a process where donated stools, taken from carefully screened donors, are processed to remove the healthy gut bacteria, which was then, back in 2013, placed inside the gut of the patient (the treatment is now available in capsule form). It is possible the reason for the study being stopped has happened before, but we have not heard of it. They stopped this one because it was ruled unethical to withhold the treatment from the study participants who were not receiving the full treatment because it had cured everyone who did. Phenomenal.

For Hair Loss

A couple of unexpected outcomes from FMT treatments have indicated that our gut bacteria may play an important and influential role when it comes to our autoimmune system. One of these saw US-based gastroenterologist, Colleen Kelly, publish details of two cases where patients suffering from an extreme form of alopecia that saw them lose all body hair made a full recovery.. both from their case of C. difficile and from their hair loss.

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This is a fascinating area of research and one we will return to very soon... if only to complete the picture on the scope of this exciting work and in case you need further convincing that this is bona fide research that hols the promise of leading us to new and exciting therapies for a range of ailments. It may be a while yet before we see an FMT capsule for hair loss come to market, but we are sure many will overcome their squeamishness to give it a go. If you would like to discuss your hair loss situation with one of our friendly team of experts simply complete the contact form at the side of this page. Or click here to find your nearest clinic.