The Bald Truth Ranks #1 On the Web’s Most Popular Live Social Network
December 28, 2009
Social networking sites like Facebook, Myspace, Stickam and Ning, have evolved into powerful hubs for people of all ages to share news, views and information, but it’s the explosion of quality online video that has become the driving force behind the exponential growth of these sites in the past two years.
According to Nielson.com, time spent viewing online video on social networking sites was up 98% in 2009. When asked about the recent stats, Nelison’s VP of Media Analytics, Jon Gibs said, “During the past year, online video viewing has become central to the Web experience. In conjunction with this increase, we are seeing remarkable growth in video viewing on social networking sites.” [Read more]
No Tax For Hair Transplants - TanTax In, Botax Out
December 24, 2009
As the senate passed the landmark health care bill today, Botox maker Allergan and thousands of hair transplant and general cosmetic surgeons breathed a sigh of relief knowing that legislators have opted to replace the proposed “Botax” with a more palatable 10% tax on indoor tanning services.
While “vanity” seemed to be an easy target as lawmakers scrambled for cash for the nearly $1 trillion dollar plan to expand health care, they probably weren’t prepared for the fierce public opposition launched by pharmaceutical giant Allergan.
Celebrity Hair Transplants - The Speculation Continues
December 20, 2009
If two out of three men suffer with some degree of hair loss by the age of thirty-five, how is it possible for so many “A list” celebrities, and rock stars to escape the most common genetic malady known to man? While the answer still isn’t clear, our listeners always have fun speculating.
$50 Million Awarded to Avacor Victims
December 7, 2009
In 1989, the FDA banned the marketing of all over-the-counter hair growth products, except those approved under the agency’s New Drug Application process. To date only minoxidil (Rogaine) and finasteride (Propecia) have been approved through this process.
Interestingly enough, the ban hasn’t stopped many in the hair loss industry from blatantly violating FDA regulations until now.
PRP Therapy For Hair Loss
December 2, 2009
Will PRP therapy for hair loss prove to be another effective tool in our limited hair restoration arsenal? We say “yes,” but Is all PRP created equal? Only time will tell.
Long time listener Destin calls the program to discuss his Platelet Rich Plasma therapy experience with PRP pioneer Dr. Joseph Greco.
