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After experiencing the gaps in health equity firsthand, Evelyn, a two-time liver transplant recipient and proud multi-generational New Mexican, advocates to raise awareness of liver disease and increase access to liver healthcare and transplant in minority and rural populations.
Liver disease affects more than 100 million Americans, yet federal investment in early diagnosis, prevention, treatment and research continue to lag far behind other chronic diseases. This summer, American Liver Foundation (ALF) advocates will meet virtually and in-person with elected officials in their local cities and towns to share their liver stories and lend their voices to urge action.
American Liver Foundation (ALF) announces a new Project Echo program for healthcare providers that will bring treatment and prevention best practices for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)* to non-liver experts.
American Liver Foundation (ALF) announced the first-ever patient registry for all types of liver disease. The American Liver Foundation Patient Registry will help provide researchers with a better understanding of liver diseases, the impact of current treatments, and how liver disease affects patients.
ALF's Red, White and Blue salad is a healthy and festive way to celebrate America's Independence this Fourth of July!
Jessie had no idea she was born with a rare, chronic liver disease until she found herself in a desperate fight for her life and needed a transplant to survive. Learn more about Jessie's story and the importance of raising awareness about liver health and organ donation.
Though anyone can be affected, men are more prone to certain types of liver conditions. And while there are many causes […]
The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA) of 2023 is a pivotal piece of legislation that seeks to establish Medicare Part D coverage for FDA-approved anti-obesity medications and intensive behavioral therapy. This Act is not just about treating obesity; it's about preventing severe liver diseases that can arise as a result.
American Liver Foundation (ALF) announces a new peer support program to help those living with or caring for someone with any type of liver disease, including transplant, connect with others facing the same challenges.
After losing their father to liver cancer just three months after being diagnosed, Kate, John and Patrick Bayeux decided to channel their grief into raising awareness about liver disease and eliminating negative stigmas. To commemorate the 10-year anniversary of their father’s passing, the three siblings ran the 2024 New York City Half Marathon together and raised more than $10,000 for ALF this year!
ALF held a Congressional briefing on Capitol Hill May 15th to discuss current dynamics around obesity and liver disease, as the prevalence of liver disease is increasing nationwide in parallel with the obesity epidemic.
This competition showcases posters and a brief video created by early career healthcare professionals from across the country on six areas of liver educational focus.