CLINICAL THYROIDOLOGY FOR THE PUBLIC
VOLUME 7 ISSUE 10

In this issue, the studies ask the following questions:

• How helpful is the AfirmaTM gene expression classifier in evaluating indeterminate thyroid nodules?
• Can ultrasound and more in-depth cytology help in diagnosing cancer in indeterminate thyroid nodules?
• What are the best approaches for diagnosing the etiology of thyrotoxicosis in the post-partum period?
• Is autoimmune thyroid disease a risk factor of miscarriage early in pregnancy?
• Should we care about thyroid nodules found incidentally on imaging studies?
• Does "stunning" after pre-ablation scanning affect long term outcomes in patients with thyroid cancer?

Friends of the ATA
Welcome to Clinical Thyroidology for the Public. In this journal, we will bring to you the most up-to-date, cutting edge thyroid research. We will be providing summaries of research studies that were discussed in a recent issue of Clinical Thyroidology, a publication of the American Thyroid Association for physicians. These summaries are present in lay language to allow the rapid dissemination of thyroid research to the widest possible audience. This means that you are getting the latest information on thyroid research and treatment almost as soon as your physicians. As always, we are happy to entertain any suggestions to improve Clinical Thyroidology for the Public so let us know what you want to see.

We also provide even faster updates of late-breaking thyroid news through Twitter at @thyroidfriends and on Facebook. Our goal is to provide patients with the tools to be the most informed thyroid patient in the waiting room.

Clinical Thyroidology for THE PUBLIC Current Issue

Thyroid Awareness Monthly Campaigns

The ATA will be highlighting a distinct thyroid disorder each month and a portion of the sales for Bravelets™ will be donated to the ATA. The month of October is Thyroid Nodule Awareness Month and a bracelet is available through the ATA Marketplace to support thyroid cancer awareness and education related to thyroid disease.

Thyroid Nodule Brochure

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Upcoming Patient Events

FREE PUBLIC HEALTH FORUM Thyroid Disease and You
Saturday, November 1, 2014, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Coronado/San Diego, California
Thyroid Experts from the American Thyroid Association and thyroid patients join together to inform the general public, other thyroid patients, and their friends and families about: Thyroid Disease and You

Concerned about low energy?...Memory loss?...Fatigue?...Depression? …Rapid heartbeat?…Restlessness?…Infertility?...Weight or hair changes?… A lump on your neck?... Could it be your thyroid?

Physician experts will discuss thyroid disorders. This program is free and all are welcome, including walk‐in‐attendees. Reservations are encouraged to ensure we have enough seating.

For more information and to register, please e‐mail ThyCa at thyca@thyca.org
Phone: 1‐619‐435‐6611

THYCA ANNUAL MEETING 17th International Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Conference
October 17-19, 2014, Denver, Colorado

• The latest research, advances in treatment and follow-up, plus issues for survivors and caregivers, and coping skills for well-being
• More than 100 sessions. For everyone whose life has been touched by thyroid cancer—people being tested, those newly diagnosed, long-term survivors, people with advanced disease, caregivers, and friends
• Featuring leading physicians plus other specialists—more than 50 speakers
• Meet and learn from experts. Share experiences with others with thyroid cancer.

– See more at: http://www.thyca.org/support/conferences

GRAVES' DISEASE AND THYROID FOUNDATION Kids and Graves' Disease — Special Seminar for Parents
November 22, 2014, Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia

The Foundation's patient & family conferences are designed to help attendees learn more about Graves' Disease, thyroid eye disease, and related disorders. Guest speakers include physicians, researchers, and allied health professionals. Attendees will also be able to share their own experiences and connect with fellow patients and family members.

– See more at: http://gdatf.org/conference

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