Overview. The thyroid gland, located just below the voice box in the front of the neck, is a 2-inch gland with two lobes. The body's metabolism and calcium balance are primarily regulated by the thyroid gland. The T4 and T3 hormones that are secreted by the thyroid stimulate body tissue to produce protein. They also increase the amount of oxygen used by the cells. The calcitonin hormone released in the thyroid regulates calcium levels. The two primary diseases that compromise thyroid function are hypothyroidism, which is an under active thyroid, and hyperthyroidism, an overactive thyroid.
May 24, 2016. Since the early Eighties, guitarists have had the option of buying many of Fenderâs models in less-expensive variants marketed under the name Squier. Fender introduced the brand in 1982 to offer budget versions of models that have included the Stratocaster, Telecaster, Jaguar, Jazzmaster and Mustang.
Premise. Ray Romano hit the sitcom stratosphere with this gem based on his stand-up routine. It's about a Long Island sportswriter and his intrusive parents, who live (in)conveniently across the street from him, his wife and their three children.