Alopecia is an umbrella term for hair loss conditions that are not contagious, though it can sometimes signal other health problems. Some types are autoimmune, while others link to genetics, lifestyle ...

The Oscar slap that overshadowed the Academy Awards ceremony was sparked by a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s lack of hair – with husband Will Smith objecting violently to comedian Chris Rock mocking ...

Alopecia barbae is an autoimmune form of alopecia areata that causes sudden, small circular bald patches in the beard. It happens when the immune system damages hair follicles. Symptoms can start ...