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Katie Wilkinson

Katie Wilkinson is the Head of Content and Community at Paloma Health. She is passionate about the intersection of healthcare and technology. Living with an autoimmune condition and having been let down by the traditional healthcare system, Katie has a personal and professional interest in improving patient access to better care.

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4th COVID-19 Shot: Should Hashimoto's Patients Get One?

Learn what experts say about who may need a second COVID-19 booster and who may not.

What To Do If Your Dog Swallows Your Thyroid Medication

Learn the important steps to take if your pet accidentally swallows your thyroid medication.

Can Synthroid Thyroid Medication Cause Eye Problems?

Learn if your Synthroid thyroid medication is behind changes in your vision and eye anatomy.

4 Ways to Manage Seasonal Affective Disorder with Hypothyroidism

Learn how to distinguish Seasonal Affective Disorder and hypothyroidism, and how to manage both.

Can Thyroid Issues Cause Eye Problems?

Some uncomfortable eye symptoms can be related to problems with your thyroid gland.

How to Get a Thyroid Prescription Refill Online With Telemedicine

Learn how to schedule a virtual appointment to get a thyroid prescription refill online.

Is Hypothyroidism An Autoimmune Disease?

Learn the difference between hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's in this article.

New COVID Strains and Hypothyroidism

Learn about the new COVID strains and what they mean for people with hypothyroidism.

Hypothyroidism and Exercise Intolerance

Learn how to overcome exercise intolerance in this article written in partnership with Curves Fitness.

How To Talk About Hair Loss At The Salon

Learn how to help your clients determine the cause and solution of their hair loss in this article.

Can The COVID Vaccine Improve Thyroid Issues Caused By COVID-19?

Learn how COVID-19 can cause thyroid dysfunction—and the impact of getting vaccinated.

How To Get the Most Out of Your Online Doctor's Visit

Learn ten tips to maximize your time with your thyroid doctor during an online visit.

Meet A Paloma Health Care Manager

Meet the women behind Paloma Health and learn how they're helping you live better with hypothyroidism.

How To Eat More Prebiotics For Better Thyroid Health

Learn what prebiotic foods support a healthy gut and in turn, a healthy thyroid.

We’re Updating Our Prices — Here’s Why

Learn how this price update allows us to deliver even more value for your thyroid care.

COVID-19 Vaccination, Hypothyroidism, and Hashimoto's

Learn about COVID-19 vaccination and how it applies to hypothyroid and Hashimoto's patients.

The Best Mobile Apps To Make AIP Easier

This is a list of mobile health apps to make the Autoimmune Protocol for Hashimoto's easier.

Snack Ideas For Each AIP Food Reintroduction

Get delicious snack ideas for each AIP food reintroduction from this list.

What to Know About Levoxyl Thyroid Medication

Learn more about Levoxyl thyroid medication and how to get a prescription online.

What Is Armour® Thyroid Medication?

Learn more about Armour® thyroid medication and how to get a prescription online.

What Is Cytomel Thyroid Medication?

Learn more about Cytomel thyroid medication and how to get a prescription online.

Autoimmune Disease and Hair Dye

This is a review of the impact hair dye may have on an autoimmune disease like Hashimoto's.

Why Do I Still Have Hypothyroid Symptoms With Normal Labs?

Learn what to do if you receive normal thyroid lab results but still experience hypothyroid symptoms.

What Is Synthroid Thyroid Medication?

Learn more about how Synthroid thyroid medication compares to generic levothyroxine.

What To Know About Tirosint Thyroid Medication

Learn more about Tirosint thyroid medication and how to get a prescription online.

How to Maintain Routine Thyroid Care During COVID-19

What to know about telemedicine to maintain routine thyroid care during this pandemic.

How To Refuel Post-Workout With Hypothyroidism

Learn why and how to refuel after a workout to maximize the benefits for your thyroid health.

Switching to a Dairy-Free Diet for Hashimotoʼs

How & why to eliminate dairy if it triggers your Hashimoto's symptoms.

Thyroidectomy: Reasons, Procedure, and Recovery

A thyroidectomy is a surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid gland.

5 Caffeine Free Alternatives for Hashimoto's

Alternatives to coffee that are compliant with the AIP diet.

Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, and Thyroid Testing

Paloma Health co-founder Marina Tarasova on the Think Yourself Healthy podcast.

Hypothyroidism: Impact of Stress and Diet

Learn how to decrease the impact of stress through healthy eating in this article.

3 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of a Thyroid Condition

There is no definitive way to prevent hypothyroidism, but you can reduce your risk.

How To Support Your Partner's Thyroid Diet

Share this article with your partner for support on your thyroid diet.

Preparing Your Kitchen for a Hypothyroid Diet

Adopting a new diet for hypothyroidism requires preparation.

Hypothyroidism and Intermittent Fasting

Is it safe to practice intermittent fasting with hypothyroidism?

MTHFR Gene and Hypothyroidism

Is there a connection between MTHFR mutation and hypothyroidism?

Should You Take Ashwagandha For Your Thyroid?

Ashwagandha can be beneficial in treating subclinical hypothyroidism.

What Is A Thyroid Storm?

Thyroid storm is a rare, life-threatening condition associated with untreated hyperthyroidism.

Hypothyroidism and COVID-19: Managing Mental Health

Coping strategies for hypothyroid patients with mental health symptoms.

Immunosuppressants And Hashimoto's

Are immunosuppressant drugs helpful for Hashimoto's disease?

Dried Blood Spot Testing for Hypothyroidism

Learn about the reliability and accuracy of blood spot collection.

Sleep Meditations To Reduce Autoimmune Stress

Guided meditations to lower your chance of an autoimmune flare-up.

Autoimmunity And Immunodeficiency

Learn why not all people with immunodeficiency develop autoimmunity, and why not all individuals with autoimmunity are immunodeficient.

Why Are Fermented Foods Good for Hypothyroidism?

Learn why fermented foods are not only good for the immune system but also for thyroid function.

Hashimoto's Disease and Coronavirus (COVID-19)

This is a regularly updated coronavirus (COVID-19) guide for thyroid patients.

How Caffeine Affects Hashimoto's

Fact or fiction: caffeine is bad for your thyroid?

Try An Elimination Diet For Hashimoto's Disease

Learn how to use an elimination diet to identify dietary triggers to improve symptoms of Hashimoto's.

Can Crash Dieting Cause Hypothyroidism?

Find out why restricting calories may not be good for your thyroid.

3 Ways to Supercharge Your Thyroid Diet

Keep these 3 ingredients in your kitchen to support thyroid health.

Dry, Blurry Eyes and Hypothyroidism

Thyroid dysfunction can cause changes in your vision and eye health.

Should You Get The Flu Shot With Hashimoto’s?

The CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine for most people.

Thyroid Function and Cold Intolerance

Tips to manage feeling cold as symptom of hypothyroidism.

What is Subclinical Hypothyroidism?

Does this form of mild hypothyroidism require treatment?

Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Hypothyroidism

Use this list to prepare for a consultation with your thyroid specialist.

Iodine and Hypothyroidism

Iodine is required for the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones effectively.

Hashimoto's Disease and TPO Antibodies

Learn about Hashimoto's thyroiditis, the role of TPO antibodies, and how this condition relates to hypothyroidism.

Improve Dry, Irritated Skin with Hashimoto's

Low thyroid hormone can cause a number of frustrating skin issues and symptoms.

Check Your Thyroid With a Self-Exam

How to locate your thyroid and check for signs of disorder.

Thyroxine (T4) Blood Test: What You Need to Know

A thyroxine test is used to help diagnose disorders of the thyroid.

Thyroid Friendly Side Dishes for Thanksgiving

Don't let your hypothyroid get in the way of the most anticipated meal of the year.

How Common Chemicals Are Harming Your Thyroid

Chemical substances can disrupt the normal function of endocrine systems in three different ways.

What Happens If Hypothyroidism Is Left Untreated?

Learn about the risks associated with untreated hypothyroidism in this article.

First Three Steps To Heal Hypothyroidism Symptoms

Steps you can take to alleviate hypothyroid symptoms.

How Hypothyroidism Affects Your Hair, Skin, and Nails

Explore the connection between hypothyroidism and your hair, skin, and nails.

Why Thyroid Hormone Levels Fluctuate

Thyroid hormone levels can progress or stabilize as time goes on.

How to Manage Thyroid Brain Fog at Work

What to do when your thyroid clouds your mind

The History of Thyroid Disorders

Diagnosis and treatment of thyroid conditions continue to evolve.

What Foods To Avoid With Hypothyroidism

What to stay away from to nurture your thyroid

Socializing With Hypothyroidism

Learn how you can still enjoy social events despite thyroid symptoms.

11 Delicious Snacks for Thyroid Health

Anti-inflammatory snack ideas for healthy thyroid function.

Sleep and Hypothyroidism

Learn how your thyroid can be impacting your sleep.

How to Support Your Partner with Hypothyroidism

Understand how hypothyroidism affects the people in your life.

Hypothyroidism Without Health Insurance

Learn about your options if you live without health insurance coverage.

Hypothyroidism and Weight Gain

Here’s what you need to know about one of the primary symptoms of hypothyroidism.

Can Hypothyroidism Be Prevented?

Preventing hypothyroidism may not be possible, but you can reduce your risk.

How Hypothyroidism Affects Your Energy

Learn how to get your energy back when symptoms of hypothyroidism impair your daily functioning.

Reasons You Want a Nutritionist on Your Care Team

See the top reasons you should consult with a thyroid registered dietitian nutritionist.

10 Exercises You Won't Hate If You Have Hypothyroidism

This is a list of creative exercises to do if you struggle with hypothyroidism symptoms.

Hypothyroidism vs. Hyperthyroidism

Though they sound similar, these conditions affect the body in different ways.

Hypothyroidism in Men

Hypothyroidism in men is much less common than in women, but still needs treatment.

9 Foods To Nourish Your Thyroid

Some nutrients provide the building blocks of thyroid hormones.

The Impact of Alcohol Use on Thyroid Function

Why you might limit or abstain from alcohol if you have hypothyroidism.

Gifts Ideas For a Loved One With Hypothyroidism

Find the perfect gift at any budget for someone living with thyroid disease.

5 Tips for Traveling with Hypothyroidism

Plan ahead to take the stress out of traveling with a thyroid condition.

How to Stay Positive With Hypothyroidism

Staying positive can be a huge help when coping with hypothyroidism. Learn practical tips to manage your emotions.

Thyroid Terminology 101

Important terms associated with hypothyroidism to help you better understand the disorder.

Thyroid Medication Side Effects

Learn about possible side effects of common thyroid hormone replacement medications.

How Thyroid Disease Affects Hair Loss

Tips for dealing with this frustrating hypothyroid symptom.

Does Gluten Impact Hypothyroidism?

Discover the link between gluten and your thyroid.

Thyroid And Heart Conditions

Find out what impact thyroid disease has on the cardiovascular system in this article.

Is Paloma Right For Me?

Hypothyroidism is a long-term commitment and we’re committed to you. Schedule a free, no-obligation phone consultation with one of our intake specialists to find out more.

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