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SUMMARY:Evolution of HER2-Targeted Therapy in Gastroesophageal Adenocarcinoma (GEA)
DESCRIPTION:We've collaborated with Medscape Oncology Global and Hope for Stomach Cancer to present a CME opportunity for health care professionals seeking to better understand established and emerging data related to HER2-targeted therapies in GEA. This on-demand course is available for continuing education credit until 3/29/25. \nUpon completion of this activity\, participants will: \n\nHave increased knowledge regarding the\n\nBiological rationale for using bispecific antibodies to target HER2 in GEA\n\n\nHave greater competence related to\n\nSelecting the most appropriate anti-HER2 therapy for a patient with HER2-positive GEA\nManaging adverse events associated with anti-HER2 therapies for patients with HER2-positive GEA\n\n\nDemonstrate greater confidence in their ability to\n\nCollaborate with the patient when developing a treatment plan for their HER2-positive GEA\n\n\n\nLearn more and register for this course: https://liver.fyi/HER2GEA \n 
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SUMMARY:Empower Yourself: Get Relief from the Itch of Primary Biliary Cholangitis
DESCRIPTION:Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) often comes with challenging symptoms like fatigue and severe itching\, significantly impacting your quality of life. But hope is here: two new FDA-approved treatments are changing the game for PBC management. The American Liver Foundation invites you to watch our on-demand webinar\, designed to provide the guidance and resources you need to better understand and manage PBC. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Gain: \n\n\n\n\nInsights into PBC and why it causes itching\n\n\n\nA deeper understanding of the factors that lead to PBC\n\n\n\nInformation on the latest treatment options and guideline-recommended medications\n\n\n\nStrategies to optimize your treatment and address common symptoms like tiredness and joint pain\n\n\n\n\nFeaturing an Expert Panel: \n\n\n\n\nA leading gastroenterologist\n\n\n\nA knowledgeable nurse practitioner\n\n\n\nA patient advocate from the American Liver Foundation\n\n\n\nFellow patients who share their lived experiences\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is more than just information; it’s about empowering you to take charge of your health. Learn how to have meaningful conversations with your doctor\, explore new treatment options\, and find relief from your symptoms.Don’t let PBC define your life. Watch now and discover tools and treatments that can help you regain control. Watch Now
URL:https://liverfoundation.org/events/empower-yourself-pbc-on-demand-webinar-available-starting-january-21-2025get-relief-from-the-itch-of-primary-biliary-cholangitis/2025-03-01/
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SUMMARY:Sharing the Journey\, an ALF support network for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:The American Liver Foundation offers this support network for people who are caregivers for loved ones with liver disease or who have had or need liver transplants. \n\n\n\nCaregivers shoulder many responsibilities that can lead to feelings of stress\, sadness\, isolation\, and fatigue. Sharing the Journey with other caregivers will provide a compassionate environment in which you can give and receive support\, reduce feelings of isolation\, and find ways to cope with the challenges of caregiving. \n\n\n\nAll sessions will be facilitated by a licensed social worker. You must be aged 18 or older to participate. There is no fee to join. \n\n\n\nGroups will meet on the first Thursday of each month via Zoom from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. \n\n\n\nEvent Dates: \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 2\n\n\n\nFebruary 6\n\n\n\nMarch 6\n\n\n\nApril 3\n\n\n\nMay 1\n\n\n\nJune 5\n\n\n\nJuly 3\n\n\n\nAugust 7\n\n\n\nSeptember 4\n\n\n\nOctober 2\n\n\n\nNovember 6\n\n\n\nDecember 4.\n\n\n\n\nEvent Time: 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. ESTZoom Meeting Link: Please register below to receive the Zoom Link.
URL:https://liverfoundation.org/events/sharing-the-journey-an-alf-support-network-for-caregivers-2025/2025-03-06/
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Caregiver Challenges: A Guide to Managing Physical\, Mental\, and Emotional Well-being for Caregivers 
DESCRIPTION:Event Date: March 13\, 2025 \n\n\n\nEvent Time: 1:00 PM EST \n\n\n\nVideo Link: Please register for link \n\n\n\nThis session is designed to support caregivers of liver transplant patients by offering practical strategies for maintaining their own health and well-being. Learn how to manage the physical\, mental\, and emotional demands of caregiving while balancing personal needs as well as gain insights on self-care techniques\, stress management\, and resources available to help caregivers thrive in their important roles. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPresenters:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAimee Muth\, LCSW  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnahli Patel\, PysD\, HSPP \n\n\n\nAssistant Professor of Clinical MedicineIndiana University Health \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoshua Sumner\, LCSW \n\n\n\nTransplant Social WorkerIndiana University Health
URL:https://liverfoundation.org/events/navigating-the-caregiver-challenges-a-guide-to-managing-physical-mental-and-emotional-well-being-for-caregivers/
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SUMMARY:Sharing the Journey\, an ALF support network for Patients
DESCRIPTION:The American Liver Foundation offers this support network for people who have been diagnosed with liver disease and those who are awaiting liver transplant. Liver disease can pose many unique challenges\, both physically and emotionally. Sharing the Journey with others who face these challenges can be extremely helpful. Having a connection with others who truly understand what you are going through can reduce your feelings of isolation and help you find ways to cope. A licensed social worker will facilitate all sessions. There is no fee to participate. You must be aged 18 or older to join. Groups will meet on the second Thursday of each month from 1:00 – 2:30 PM Eastern Time via Zoom. \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 9\n\n\n\nFebruary 13\n\n\n\nMarch 13\n\n\n\nApril 10\n\n\n\nMay 8\n\n\n\nJune 12\n\n\n\nJuly 10\n\n\n\nAugust 14\n\n\n\nSeptember 11\n\n\n\nOctober 9\n\n\n\nNovember 13\n\n\n\nDecember 11\n\n\n\n\nEvent Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. ESTZoom Meeting Link: Please register below to receive the Zoom Link. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://liverfoundation.org/events/sharing-the-journey-an-alf-support-network-for-patients-2025/2025-03-13/
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SUMMARY:Sharing the Journey\, an ALF Support Network for Liver Transplant Recipients
DESCRIPTION:This group is for people who have received liver transplants and wish to connect with other transplant recipients. All sessions will be facilitated by a licensed clinical social worker. This group provides a caring network of support in which you can share your thoughts and concerns. Please note that we cannot offer specific medical advice or counseling as part of these sessions. We will meet on the third Thursday of each month from 1:00 to 2:30 PM Eastern Time. You must be aged 18 or older to participate. \n\n\n\nEvent Dates: \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 16\n\n\n\nFebruary 20\n\n\n\nMarch 20\n\n\n\nApril 17\n\n\n\nMay 15\n\n\n\nJune 19\n\n\n\nJuly 17\n\n\n\nAugust 21\n\n\n\nSeptember 18\n\n\n\nOctober 16\n\n\n\nNovember 20\n\n\n\nDecember 18\n\n\n\n\nEvent Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. ESTZoom Meeting Link: Please register below to receive the Zoom Link.
URL:https://liverfoundation.org/events/sharing-the-journey-an-alf-support-network-for-liver-transplant-recipients-2025/2025-03-20/
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SUMMARY:Awaiting a Liver Transplant? What to Expect
DESCRIPTION:Event Date: Thursday\, March 20\, 2025 \n\n\n\nEvent Time: 2pm ET \n\n\n\nZoom link: Please register for zoom link \n\n\n\nAmerican Liver Foundation and UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) have collaborated to bring you this one-hour patient educational webinar focused on empowering liver transplant patients by ensuring they fully understand the liver transplant process and how to prepare. Participants will learn from UPMC experts about: \n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect during the liver transplant evaluation process\n\n\n\nHow to prepare for a liver transplant evaluation\n\n\n\nAvailable resources and support services\n\n\n\n\nOur experts will also answer frequently asked questions submitted by patients and caregivers.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScott Biggins\, MDChief\, Hepatology; Director\, UPMC Center for Liver Care; Medical Director\, UPMC Liver Transplant Program \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTammy Rothacher\, RN\, BSN\, CCTC \n\n\n\nClinical Transplant Coordinator\, UPMC Liver Transplant Program \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nModerator: Lorraine Stiehl \n\n\n\nCEO\, American Liver Foundation
URL:https://liverfoundation.org/events/awaiting-a-liver-transplant-what-to-expect/
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SUMMARY:Connecting With the Experts at ASCO 2024 Clinical Pearls and Data Insights About  Anti-HER2 Therapies in Biliary Tract Cancer
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SUMMARY:Living Donor Liver Transplant: Exploring the Benefits & Available Resources
DESCRIPTION:Event Date: Thursday\, March 27\, 2025 \n\n\n\nEvent Time: 2pm ET \n\n\n\nZoom link: Please register for zoom link \n\n\n\nAmerican Liver Foundation and UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) have collaborated to bring you this one-hour patient educational webinar about the benefits and available resources for patients interested in living donor liver transplant. Participants will hear from UPMC experts about\, \n\n\n\n\nBenefits of living donor liver transplant\n\n\n\nWhat’s new\, and what the future holds for living donor liver transplant in the U.S.\n\n\n\nNavigating the living donor liver transplant process\n\n\n\nResources available to help living donor liver transplant recipients\n\n\n\n\nOur experts will also answer frequently asked questions submitted by patients and caregivers.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSwaytha Ganesh\, MDMedical Director\, UPMC Living Donor Program \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLindsay Weslow\, MSW\, LCSW\, CCTSW \n\n\n\nSenior Social Worker\, UPMC Living Donor Program \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nModerator: Lorraine Stiehl \n\n\n\nCEO\, American Liver Foundation
URL:https://liverfoundation.org/events/living-donor-liver-transplant-exploring-the-benefits-available-resources/
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SUMMARY:Primary Biliary Cholangitis: Improving Itch and Markers of Liver Function with New and Emerging Agents
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