Research reported on in the International Journal of Clinical Practice has recommended that practitioners who want to minimize the risk factors for heart disease in their hypothyroid patients should target a particular Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) level as part of the treatment. Find out the optimal TSH level recommended by the researchers, and see whether it matches up to what your doctor is doing for you.
Top Ten Thyroid Stories of 2006
By Mary Shomon, About.com Guide
Updated December 20, 2006
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by our Medical Review Board
2006 was a busy year for thyroid news and developments. Join me for this look back at the year's top thyroid-related stories. -- Mary Shomon
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