July 26, 2023 | By John Raslavsky | News & Events | hepatitis, hepatitis c, liver health
Every year, on July 28th, the world comes together to observe World Hepatitis Day, a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about viral hepatitis and its impact on millions of people worldwide. In the fight against this silent killer, Arizona …
June 15, 2023 | By John Raslavsky | Cirrhosis, Clinical Trials, Liver Disease, Liver Health, Volunteering in Research | Cirrhosis, Clinical research, Clinical trials, Fatty Liver Disease, liver health, Liver research, Liver Scarring
Liver cirrhosis is a chronic and potentially life-threatening condition affecting many worldwide and in Arizona. Historically, men have been disproportionately affected by liver cirrhosis. Studies show that death rates amongst men with liver cirrhosis are twice as high as women. …
May 19, 2023 | By John Raslavsky | 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 John Raslavsky | 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! …
February 24, 2023 | By John Raslavsky | Liver, NASH | Blog, Clinical trials, Fatty Liver Disease, Fibroscan, Liver disease, liver health
Obesity has become one of the most common and serious public health issues in recent years, leading to many health problems. Yet, many remain unaware of the consequences of obesity on the liver. Learn more in our blog below! Excess …
December 9, 2022 | By John Raslavsky | Effects of HIV on the Liver, Liver | AIDS, Blog, Clinical research, Fatty Liver Disease, Fibroscan, HIV, Liver disease, liver health
December is National HIV/AIDS Awareness Month, and many people are unaware of the significant impact this virus can have on the liver. HIV is one of the leading causes of cirrhosis and NASH in the United States. Let’s take a …
November 28, 2022 | By John Raslavsky | Caregivers, News & Events | Blog, Caregiving, Clinical research, liver health
As we head into the holiday season and reflect on our blessings, we wanted to extend a special thank you to those who give so selflessly, caregivers. In our latest blog, we will discuss the importance of caregivers as well …
November 4, 2022 | By John Raslavsky | Diabetes, Liver | Blog, Clinical research, Fatty Liver Disease, Fibroscan, liver health, NAFLD
November is National Diabetes Month. What better time to discuss one of the lesser-known effects of diabetes, its impact on the liver? Diabetes can result in a range of liver conditions, some of which can be serious. In this blog …
September 15, 2022 | By John Raslavsky | Liver Health, News & Events | Blog, Clinical research, Fibroscan, liver health, Liver research, NASH, NASH Complications
Many medical conditions like diabetes can lead to other potential health concerns. Read our blog to learn more about the correlation between diabetes and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). The Relationship Between Diabetes and NASH Those living with diabetes are more likely to …
August 2, 2022 | By John Raslavsky | Dyslipidemia, Fibroscan | Blog, Cholesterol Management, Clinical research, liver health
Often referred to as high cholesterol, dyslipidemia is the imbalance of lipid or fat found in your bloodstream. While moderate lipid levels in your body are okay, high levels can put you at higher risk for other medical health concerns. …