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Exploring thyroid conditions

Your thyroid gland

Your thyroid gland

What role does the thyroid gland have in our bodies? Watch our short film to find out more Read more

Published: 22nd April, 2024

Updated: 26th May, 2026

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Thyroid function testing

Thyroid function testing

Learn more about thyroid function tests Read more

Published: 21st April, 2024

Updated: 21st January, 2025

Author: Anna Woollven

Hypothyroidism overview

Hypothyroidism overview

Learn more about hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) Read more

Published: 20th April, 2024

Updated: 19th March, 2025

Author: Anna Woollven

Hyperthyroidism overview

Hyperthyroidism overview

Learn about hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) Read more

Published: 19th April, 2024

Updated: 20th May, 2025

Author: Anna Woollven

Subclinical thyroid disease

Subclinical thyroid disease

Learn about subclinical (borderline) thyroid conditions Read more

Published: 17th April, 2024

Updated: 23rd January, 2025

Author: Anna Woollven

Thyroid nodules and swellings overview

Thyroid nodules and swellings overview

Learn more about thyroid nodules (lumps) and goitres (swellings) Read more

Published: 15th April, 2024

Updated: 17th March, 2026

Author: Anna Woollven

Thyroiditis overview

Thyroiditis overview

Learn more about thyroiditis Read more

Published: 14th April, 2024

Updated: 19th March, 2025

Author: Anna Woollven

Thyroid eye disease overview

Thyroid eye disease overview

Learn more about thyroid eye disease (TED) Read more

Published: 13th April, 2024

Updated: 26th February, 2026

Author: Anna Woollven

Congenital hypothyroidism overview

Congenital hypothyroidism overview

Learn more about congenital hypothyroidism Read more

Published: 12th April, 2024

Updated: 19th March, 2025

Author: Anna Woollven

Thyroid cancer overview

Thyroid cancer overview

Learn more about thyroid cancer Read more

Published: 6th March, 2024

Updated: 30th March, 2026

Author: Anna Woollven

Rare thyroid disorders

Rare thyroid disorders

Find information about rare thyroid disorders Read more

Published: 16th September, 2019

Updated: 15th May, 2025

Author: julia Priestley

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    Trial for heart failure patients with low T3 levels

    A new clinical trial will open later in 2026 to investigate giving T3 treatment to people with heart failure and low T3 levels

  • Harry's fundraising page

    Harry's fundraising page

    Our son was diagnosed with congenital hypothyroidism when he was 11 days old. This is our way to show support and bring awareness to the condition that he will have to deal with his entire life.

  • International Membership

    International Membership

    Overseas membership

  • Jannette's story - hypothyroidism

    Jannette's story - hypothyroidism

    Jannette's hypothyroidism went under the radar until she became extremely unwell. She's sharing her story to encourage others to go back to their GP if their symptoms are being dismissed.

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  • Thyroid antibodies explained

    Thyroid antibodies explained

    Learn more about thyroid antibodies and what their presence indicates

  • Diets and supplements for thyroid disorders

    Diets and supplements for thyroid disorders

    Are there certain foods or supplements that affect thyroid health?

  • Thyroid function tests

    Thyroid function tests

    Learn about how thyroid testing is used to diagnose and manage thyroid disorders

  • Hair loss and thyroid disorders

    Hair loss and thyroid disorders

    Read about hair loss, hormones and thyroid disease

  • Hypothyroidism

    Hypothyroidism

    Read about symptoms of an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) and how this thyroid disorder is diagnosed and managed

  • Psychological symptoms and thyroid disorders

    Psychological symptoms and thyroid disorders

    Read how psychological symptoms can accompany thyroid disorders and possible treatment and management options

  • Your thyroid gland

    Your thyroid gland

    What role does the thyroid gland have in our bodies? Watch our short film to find out more

  • Pregnancy and fertility in thyroid disorders

    Pregnancy and fertility in thyroid disorders

    Read how thyroid disease can affect conception and pregnancy and its management

  • Coping with fatigue

    Coping with fatigue

    Fatigue often comes hand in hand with a thyroid disorder. Read our tips on coping with fatigue

  • Thyroid and weight - the science

    Thyroid and weight - the science

    What is the connection between thyroid disorders and weight management?

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