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HairDX unveils new genetic test for baldness

Monday, November 17th, 2008

Pharmacogenomics research and development company PharmaGenoma Inc. and its subsidiary, HairDX LLC unveiled the next generation of genetic screening test for male pattern baldness. The test will be available immediately through qualified physicians.

By using the HairDX, a physician tests for the high-risk genetic variant that indicates a man has approximately a 70 percent chance of going bald. Conversely, the test can also identify those men who test negative that have approximately a 70 percent chance of not going bald.

Casualty star talks about hair loss

Wednesday, June 11th, 2008

Casualty fans have been gripped by the real-life drama taking place in former cast member Rebekah Gibbs’ life, as she has spent the past few months battling breast cancer.

But in her latest weekly blog for the Mirror, there’s a surprise in store for the actress’s growing army of devotees – a beautiful portrait of the star without hair.

In a video diary, Gibbs explained: “This was the week I’ve been waiting for in terms of losing hair and it’s happened and I feel really good about it.”