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Joining us is one of the best ways to make a real difference to your life and the lives of everyone living with a parathyroid condition.

Find support and friendship in our community of people living with a parathyroid condition. Life with a rare or hidden disease can be challenging and isolating  so you will no longer feel alone. Meet others online or face to face in our regional groups who understand exactly what you’re going through.

Get advice and information from our website, facebook groups, regional groups, telephone helpline. Learn how to  manage your condition and stay healthy whilst living with your parathyroid condition.Our private Support Groups on facebook are a great way to join our parathyroid family, ask questions and feel understood. Drop in any time!

Help strengthen our collective voice and be part of a positive force for change. Did you know ….people with hypopara and hyperpara are still regularly undiagnosed, misdiagnosed and poorly managed? We campaign to raise awareness about parathyroid conditions and get better treatment so the larger our membership the stronger our voice. Already we have made a huge difference but we still have a way to go.

Find out about clinical trials and new treatments and take part in studies and you will be an important part of a national charity dedicated to helping people affected by parathyroid conditions. Opt to receive the latest news in our facebook groups and newsletter.

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