Elaine and James Kiltwalk 2023

I am walking the Glasgow Kiltwalk for British Thyroid Foundation because I have Hashimotos Thyroiditis,

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Joe Plater

We are deeply saddened to learn that BTF patron, Joe Plater, has died.
Team Notcutts - Marathon walk

To raise awareness and help fund more research
Leeds 10k - Fera

Fera Science are taking on the Leeds 10k!
Meet the experts GP webinar - Diagnosis and treatment of hypothyroidism

Hear from leading endocrinologists about the management of hypothyroidism

Team Notcutts - Marathon walk

To raise awareness and help fund more research
Leeds 10k - Fera

Fera Science are taking on the Leeds 10k!
Elaine - Year of the Half!

I have a thyroid condition and I feel there is so little support that I wanted to try and raise funds to try and help.
Leeds 10K for The British Thyroid Foundation
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Nikki is taking on the LLHM 2024
Victoria's Charity Football Match

Read why Victoria's holding a football match to support the BTF's work
Running the London Landmark Half Marathon 2024 for Florence - Dean

Why I'm running the London Landmarks Half Marathon in 2024
Have a Good Brew with Jennie Holland PR

Read why Jennie Holland PR is fundraising for the BTF
Zoe's GNR 2023
Liza and Liam's Great North Run 10k 2023

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Are there foods to avoid if you have thyroid disease? Read about how some foods and supplements can affect your thyroid health and the effectiveness of your thyroid medication.
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What role does the thyroid gland have in our bodies? Watch our short film which explains more about the thyroid, symptoms of thyroid disorders and how thyroid disorders are diagnosed and treated.
Thyroid function tests

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

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Psychological symptoms and thyroid disorders

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

Read about how thyroid disease can affect conception and pregnancy and its management
Thyroid eye disease

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Thyroid and weight - the science

What is the connection between thyroid disorders and weight management?