(BPT) - September is Alopecia Areata Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and celebrating all those affected by alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease that causes unpredictable hair loss on the scalp, face and body. Alopecia areata impacts more than 2% of the world's population and nearly seven million Americans of all ages, genders and ethnic groups. Because alopecia areata results in visible changes in appearance, those living with alopecia areata often experience a loss of self-identity, depression and withdrawal.
To shine a light on a disease that often lives in the shadows, the National Alopecia Areata Foundation® (NAAF®) hosts the Walk For Alopecia®, the largest fundraising and awareness campaign for alopecia areata in the world. The goal of the yearly Walk For Alopecia is to bring the community together for connection and a sense of belonging while educating the public and raising funds to advance research and support programs for those living with this disease.
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