25 Years 1980-2005


Patron:
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean
C.C., C.M.M., C.O.M., C.D.
Governor General of Canada

FOUNDER:
Diana Meltzer Abramsky
C.M., B.A.

MEDICAL PEER REVIEW:
Jody Ginsberg
MD, FRCPC
Jacques How
MB, ChB, MRCP (UK)
Robert Hudson
MD, PhD, FRCPC
Ali Imran
MBBS, FRCPC, FRCP (Edin)
Marie-France Langlois
MD, CSPQ, FRCPC
Paul Walfish
C.M, M.D, FRCP (C)
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TFC Change of Address 
As of September 1st, 2008 the Kingston head office for the Thyroid Foundation of Canada has moved operations to London, Ontario.  Our new mailing address is:
 
Thyroid Foundation of Canada
1669 Jalna Blvd., Suite 803
London, Ontario N6E 3S1
 
TFC Patron, Governor General of Canada, diagnosed with thyroid condition 
Globe and Mail, April 25, 2007
Thyroid Health – It's Not Black and White!  
Many other health issues are associated with a poor functioning thyroid gland. Research has shown that early thyroid assessment can, in many cases, reduce the incidence or severity of the Domino Effect
Thyroid Awareness starts here!
How you can support TFC's programs

TFC's national awareness programs are aimed at improving the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid disease. These programs are only possible through donations from concerned individuals. Please help us continue our work by making a donation to support TFC's education and awareness programs.
Find out how you can make a difference - click here

"Woman in big black sunglasses"
Article in the National Post prompts response from TFC President
  Read letter... 
Volunteers Needed! Are you interested in sharing your skills on a committee? We need committed individuals with strengths in organization, administration, education, fundraising and communication.
Call 1-800-267-8822 for more information.
The Power of the Butterfly ... and other thyroid patient stories

 

Awareness • Support • Research

Events

Kitchener-Waterloo
 Public Education Meeting
Oct 21, 2009
Kitchener Public Library, Kitchener
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London
 Public Education Meeting
Nov 4, 2009
Central Public Library (Central), London
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Important notice - The information contained within is for general information only and consequently cannot be considered as medical advice to any person. For individual treatment or diagnosis consult your health care professional.
Avis important - Les renseignements contenus à l'intérieur sont à titre d'information générale et conséquemment personne ne doit les considérer comme conseils médicaux. Pour traitement ou diagnostic individuel veuillez consulter votre médecin.
The Thyroid Foundation of Canada is a registered charity. It was established in 1980 in Kingston, Ontario, Canada by Diana Meltzer Abramsky, CM, BA. It was the first lay organization of its type in the world and a founder of Thyroid Federation International.
Thyroid Foundation of Canada, 1669 Jalna Blvd., Suite 803, London, Ontario, Canada, N6E 3S1
Last updated Sep 1, 2008
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