Healthcare Resource Utilization And Economic Burden Among Adults With Alopecia Areata In The United Arab Emirates

    December 2025 in “ Value in Health ”
    Ayman Al Naeem, Muna AlSafi, Ahmed Ameen, Mushtaq Ahmad, Mostafa Nasr Zayed, Haytham Mohamed Ahmed, D.M.M. Hamza, Samantha K. Kurosky, Gerardo A. Encinas, Jenny Austin, Ashley S. Cha-Silva, Shailja Vaghela, Juliana Machado Canosa
    TLDR Alopecia areata significantly strains healthcare and finances in the UAE, needing better management.
    The study investigates healthcare resource utilization and the economic burden of alopecia areata among adults in the United Arab Emirates. It highlights the significant impact of alopecia areata on healthcare systems and the associated costs. The research emphasizes the need for effective management strategies to alleviate the economic strain on both patients and healthcare providers. The study's findings underscore the importance of addressing alopecia areata as a public health concern to improve patient outcomes and reduce financial burdens.
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