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January is Thyroid Awareness Month

Posted on 24 January 2012 Posted in Individuals & Families

Thyroid disease is more common than diabetes or heart disease – as many as 27 million Americans have it, and more than half of them remain undiagnosed.

The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the base of the neck just below the Adam's apple. Although relatively small, the thyroid gland influences the function of many of the body’s most important organs, including the heart, brain, liver, kidneys and skin. Ensuring that the thyroid gland is healthy and functioning properly is important to the body's overall well- being.

 

According to the American College of Endocrinology (ACE):

  • Thyroid disorders are most common amongst women.
  • Thyroid disorders tends to run in families.
  • Fatigue is a common complaint for under and over active thyroid conditions.
  • Thyroid cancer is one of the fastest-growing cancers in America and one of the most curable.

Concerned about your thyroid or want to learn more? Visit the ACE-AACE website here.

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