Nondiscrimination Policy Update

Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

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Thyroid Disease

The thyroid is a gland at the base of the neck that produces hormones that control the body’s metabolism (rate it uses energy). There are two types of thyroid disease and many different causes. Hyperthyroidism means the thyroid makes too much hormone, and symptoms include irritability/nervousness and weight loss. Hypothyroidism happens when there is not enough hormone produced, with symptoms including fatigue and weight gain.

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Endocrinology

From thyroid disorders to bone conditions to diabetes and more, our Endocrinology team is here to care for all of your endocrinology needs. We offer comprehensive services from di…