
Thyroid NZ
@thyroidnz
Thyroid New Zealand is a voluntary organisation founded by thyroid patients for thyroid patients in NZ.
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https://www.thyroid.nz 31-03-2012 01:44:26
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It's International #ThyroidAwarenessWeek! 🦋 One of the themes highlighted by #ITAW this year is "Thyroid and Genetics". Does thyroid disease, autoimmune disease or cancer run in your family? Make sure your doctor knows, so they can do the right tests! health.clevelandclinic.org/thyroid-diseas…

The thyroid gland is part of the endocrine system. It may be helpful for people with a thyroid problem to understand which part the thyroid plays in the endocrine system. thyroiduk.org/an-overview-of… Thyroid UK




Kelp is rich in iodine but due to its high, and often variable iodine content, should not be used as a source of iodine. It can also worsen existing thyroid disorders. This British Dietetic Association factsheet explains more tinyurl.com/dfwprf5c


Hypothyroidism causes high cholesterol so if you have been diagnosed with high cholesterol you should always check your thyroid levels. thyroiduk.org/related-condit… Thyroid UK



AACE President, Dr. Susan Samson explains the importance of a thorough diagnostic evaluation when assessing for hypothyroidism, as its symptoms often overlap with other conditions. Read more: self.com/story/hypothyr… #endocrinology

