The Connection Between Viral Hepatitis and Liver Cancer

Event Date: May 29th, 2025

Event Time: 12:00 PM EST

Zoom link: Please register for zoom link

Chronic viral hepatitis, particularly Hepatitis B and C, significantly increases the risk of developing liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma or HCC). These viruses cause long-term inflammation and damage to the liver, leading to cirrhosis, a crucial precursor to HCC. 

In this 45-minute educational webinar, patients will learn about the link between viral hepatitis and liver cancer, the primary risk factors, and the importance of early detection. The session also covers prevention strategies, lifestyle modifications, and available treatment options to help manage liver health and reduce cancer risk. 

Thomas Emmanuel, MD 

ALF Board Chair

Associate Professor, University of Miami School of Medicine Florida 

Josiah McCain, MD 

Transplant hepatologist and clinical assistant professor 

University of Florida Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition