Zoe's GNR 2023

Zoe will be taking on the Great North Run 2023 after being diagnosed with Graves Disease 18 months ago and would like to raise more awareness!

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Events in your area

Regional events to purchase your own place in!
Richmond Park June Half Marathon 2023

Take on one of the largest London royal parks Deadline date: 18th May 2023
Cardiff Half Marathon 2023

The Cardiff University Cardiff Half Marathon has grown into one of the largest and most exciting road races in Europe Deadline Date: 7th August 2023
Great Scottish Run 2023

Experience the inspiring atmosphere of Scotland’s biggest running event and achieve something great this autumn Deadline Date: 8th September 2023

Elaine and James Kiltwalk 2023

Read why Elaine's doing the Glasgow Kiltwalk for the BTF
Liza and Liam's Great North Run 10k 2023
GNR 2023 - Jodi and Sean

Read why our son's diagnosis with congenital hypothyroidism has motivated us to run the Great North Run
Stacey's London Landmarks Half Marathon 2023

My daughter Betsy was born with congenital hypothyroidism.
Harriet's Daily Exercise Challenge 2023
Chris' London Landmarks Half Marathon 2023

Read why Chris's diagnosis with hypothyroidism has motivated him to take part in the London Landmarks Half Marathon
Rach runs for BTF - Great North Run 2023

I have been living without a thyroid for 20 years. I’ve recently struggled with a rollercoaster of both hypothyroidism and hypothyroidism symptoms and wish to help others in some way now I’m feeling better.
Stride for Thyroid - Kirklees Thyroid Support Group

We have set up a thyroid support group for colleagues in Kirklees Council and we would like to put Kirklees Council thyroid support group on the map and support the vital work BTF do.
Kimberley's awareness of Hashimoto's thyroiditis, KAHT

My daughter Kimberley died suddenly of a stroke on 21st August this year. She was just 36 years old.
Paige - London Landmarks Half Marathon 2023

I am doing the London Landmarks Half Marathon as I have a genetic condition called Cowden Syndrome which caused me to have complications with my thyroid, which has now been removed.

Thyroid and diet factsheet

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.
Your thyroid gland

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
Hair loss and thyroid disorders

Read about hair loss, hormones and thyroid disease
Hypothyroidism

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

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Thyroid and weight - the science

What is the connection between thyroid disorders and weight management?