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Glands

A gland is an organ which produces and releases substances that perform a specific function in the body.

A hormone is a chemical that is made by specialist cells, usually within an endocrine gland.

Endocrine conditions are medical conditions that occur when the endocrine system does not function correctly.

Browse through glands, hormones and endocrine conditions.

A guide to hormone topics in different areas of the curriculum and information about exciting careers in the health sector

Find classroom resources, teaching slides, practical activities and information to support teaching on hormone topics

From hormones, to glands and endocrine conditions, here you will find everything you need to know about the endocrine system.

A round up of the latest news stories about hormones