Will My Genes Make Me Go Bald?

By the age of 80, most men—about 80 percent—are affected by male pattern baldness, a condition with genetic roots. With a better understanding of the genetic causes for hair loss, researchers hope to one day develop better interventions.

Hair Loss Tied to Hundreds of Genes NBC News—By the age of 80, most men—about 80 percent—are affected by male pattern baldness, a condition with genetic roots. With a better understanding of the genetic causes for hair loss, researchers hope to one day develop better interventions. Read More →

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