May 19, 2023 | By Haley Wilson | Liver, Liver Disease | Alcohol-related Liver Disease, Fibroscan, liver health, Women's Liver Health
May is Women’s Health Awareness Month, and it’s more important than ever to address the alarming rise of alcohol-related liver disease in young women. Let’s work together to empower women to make informed decisions regarding their liver health. Read our …
April 13, 2023 | By Haley Wilson | Liver, Liver Disease | Blog, Clinical research, CT Scan, Fatty Liver Disease, Fibroscan, liver health, MRI
Have you ever wondered how well your liver is functioning? Our latest blog gives you the inside scoop on the 3 most common liver scans. Learn more about what they are, how they work, and who can benefit from them! …
December 23, 2022 | By Haley Wilson | Liver, Liver Disease, Liver Health
The holiday season is finally upon us, which means it’s time for yummy foods and tasty alcoholic beverages. Many go into this season with a stress-free attitude over the food and drinks they consume. However, they aren’t considering the …
October 14, 2022 | By Haley Wilson | Liver Disease, Liver Health | Blog, Clinical research, Fatty Liver Disease, Liver research
Worldwide, liver cancer is the second most common cause of cancer-related death. Yet, with such prevalence, it remains challenging to treat. As numbers continue to rise, the value of liver research is critical to public health. Learn more about …
April 7, 2022 | By Haley Wilson | Clinical Trials, Liver Disease, Minority Participation in Liver Research | Blog, Diversity in research, Fatty Liver Disease, NAFLD, NASH, National Minority Health Month
April is National Minority Health Month (NMHM), a time to raise awareness about health disparities that affect people from racial and ethnic minority groups. Liver disease is growing in prevalence in the Hispanic population. It is also a leading cause …
March 7, 2022 | By Haley Wilson | Fibroscan, Liver Disease | Blog, NAFLD, NASH, Women's History Month
March is Women’s History Month, and it commemorates women’s contributions to history, culture, and society. The 2022 theme is “Women Providing Healing, Promoting Hope.” It is a tribute to the countless ways women of all cultures provide healing and hope …
August 26, 2021 | By Haley Wilson | Cirrhosis, Clinical Trials, Liver Disease | Blog, NAFLD, NASH
Cirrhosis is when the permanent scarring of the liver has replaced the healthy tissue. While cirrhosis is most often associated with chronic alcohol consumption, it is brought about by many types of liver disease. Here’s how you get from liver disease …
August 4, 2021 | By Haley Wilson | Clinical Trials, Liver Disease | Blog, Caregiving, Clinical research, NAFLD, NASH
Having liver disease affects the person with it but also loved ones around them. Often a family member or friend fills the role of meeting a variety of physical and emotional needs. If you are a caregiver for someone with …
July 13, 2021 | By Haley Wilson | Clinical Trials, Liver Disease | Blog, Clinical trials, NAFLD, NASH
The number of U.S. adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) currently sits around 25%. Approximately 2-3% of them will go on to develop non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). NASH is a more severe form of NAFLD and can lead to fibrosis, …
