Locals interested in learning more about common thyroid issues have the chance to hear from a Solihull specialist when the Hospital hosts a talk on the subject.

Taking place on Tuesday 15 March at Solihull Hospital at 5pm, Dr Andrew Bates, consultant endocrinologist at Solihull Hospital, will answer questions from the public to outline aspects of thyroid related issues, including causes of thyroid, what health changes patients should look out for and what new methods of treatment are currently available.

The thyroid gland is found in the neck and produces hormones that are released into the bloodstream to control the body’s growth. Thyroid disease is common and affects millions of people in the United Kingdom.

Dr Bates said: “Around one in three of all patients in the UK suffer from thyroid problems, either underactive or overactive so it is important we get the message out in terms of what symptoms both men and women need to look out for. An overactive thyroid can make a person feel nervous and experience unexpected weight loss whereas an underactive thyroid can make a person feel tired, put on weight and feel depressed.

“I hope that by hosting the seminar, locals will be encouraged to come along to learn more about thyroid and play a part in raising awareness about the condition.”

If you would like to attend the seminar, please contact Sandra White, membership and community engagement manager, on 0121 424 1218 or email: membership@heartofengland.nhs.uk.

The Trust – which covers Heartlands Hospital, Solihull Hospital and Good Hope Hospital as well as some community based services – runs monthly health seminars to help raise awareness of a range of health conditions, as well as providing information about the treatment and support that is available.