Many women face a life-changing moment when they first notice extra strands of hair in their brush or shower drain. For Sarah Mitchell, a 34-year-old marketing executive from Boston, that moment came ...

The short answer is this: yes, more women are experiencing hair loss, but the good news is that the underlying causes are usually common and manageable. What’s happening most of the time is a perfect ...

For more on what's behind this loss—and how to fix it—keep reading.

When you start noticing more hair on your pillow or in your brush, it can be a source of stress and worry. While we often associate hair loss with men, it's an incredibly common issue for women, and ...

A hysterectomy can feel overwhelming for many women. Sure, it’s one of the most common procedures among women every year. But knowing that it’s widely performed doesn’t make the anticipation any less ...

This article was reviewed by Knox Beasley, MD. From a global pandemic to signs of a looming economic recession, to most of us, stress likely feels inevitable. Layer on top of that a difficult job or ...

Hair fall after 40 often creeps in quietly. A dermatologist explains when it's normal ageing and when it signals a deeper health issue.

If you’re dealing with hair loss, take heart in knowing that you’re not alone. According to the Cleveland Clinic, more than 50 percent of women will experience noticeable loss at some point in their ...

Why is my hair falling out? Maybe you asked yourself this question if you’ve noticed your ponytail is a little skimpier than usual or there’s a bit more scalp peeking through your usual style. But ...

The differential diagnoses for hair loss are grouped into three categories: disturbances of the hair cycle, damage to the hair shaft, or disorders affecting the follicle. The following is not meant to ...

As an editor and writer who has contributed to many national and local publications, Nicole Gregory enjoys communicating clearly on critical health topics so that readers can make informed choices for ...