Overview

• Observed worldwide each October 7, the day recognizes people who are bald by choice or genetics.
• Coverage underscores efforts to reduce mockery and treat baldness as a normal, accepted appearance.
• Mayo Clinic guidance cited in reports defines baldness as excessive scalp hair loss most commonly driven by heredity and age.
• Practical advice focuses on caring for exposed scalps, including sun protection and consistent hydration.
• Events and hashtag drives boost visibility, and the celebration’s specific origins remain undocumented despite more than two decades of observance.