World Thyroid Day takes place on 25th May each year. World Thyroid Day aims at increasing public awareness of thyroid deceases, namely the importance of their timely diagnosis, treatment and prevention. Thyroid disorders are very common worldwide, they affect people of all ages and have a large range of symptoms. So, on our Medical Matters we focus on this important awareness, World Thyroid Day as we learn to understand it better with Dr Sindeep Bhana, Head of Endocrinology at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital and a specialist in thyroid disease.

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