British Thyroid Foundation

We are delighted to have joined as an affiliate partner of the UK’s largest health research programme, Our Future Health. As an affiliate charity, we will be joining other healthcare charities to shape Our Future Health’s research programme. This will help ensure the research serves the needs of a wide range of health conditions, including thyroid disease. Our Future...

Edinburgh Kiltwalk 2026 Kiltwalk 2026 is here - bringing walkers together in their best tartan for an amazing day out. With various distances, pit stop snacks and refreshments, a Kiltwalk medal and encouragement along the way, there is something for everyone - so don't miss out! Choose your distance: The Mighty Stride: 21 miles The Big Stroll: 11.3 Miles The Wee Wander: 4.6 mi...

Dundee Kiltwalk 2026 Kiltwalk 2026 is here - bringing walkers together in their best tartan for an amazing day out. With various distances, pit stop snacks and refreshments, a Kiltwalk medal and encouragement along the way, there is something for everyone - so don't miss out! Choose your distance: The Mighty Stride: 20 miles. Get your walking gear on and prepare yourself for th...

Hackney Half Marathon 2027 A Half Marathon with a difference. Set your 2027 off to the right start by calling your crew to the Hackney Half start line on Sunday 16th May. The Hoka Hackney Half is the highlight of London's running calendar. This is an unforgettable weekend of movement, sport and entertainment. Expect pure vibrancy as the borough comes alive for a weekend of celeb...

If you live with a thyroid condition you may have emotional or psychological symptoms as well as physical symptoms. This is especially the case with hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid), hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid), thyroid related eye disease, or thyroid cancer. Content overview What kind of problems with my emotions and mental wellbeing might I experience? What ...