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Men and Liver Cirrhosis: Empowering Participation in Clinical Trials for Progress

Men and Liver Cirrhosis: Empowering Participation in Clinical Trials for Progress

June 15, 2023 | By | 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. …

Liver tests explained. Learn more in our blog.

The 3 Most Common Liver Scans

April 13, 2023 | By | 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! …

Obesity can lead to liver disease. Find out why in our blog!

The Consequences of Obesity on the Liver

February 24, 2023 | By | 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 …

HIV can impact the liver. Check out our blog to learn more.

The Impact of HIV/AIDS on the Liver

December 9, 2022 | By | 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 …

How diabetes can affect liver health!

The Impact of Diabetes on the Liver

November 4, 2022 | By | 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 …

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The Value of Liver Research

October 14, 2022 | By | 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 …

Are NASH and Cirrhosis Related?

NASH and Cirrhosis

July 1, 2022 | By | Cirrhosis, Clinical Research, NASH | Blog, Clinical trials, Fatty Liver Disease, liver health, Liver research

At their very root, non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and cirrhosis are two medical conditions that affect the liver. However, this seemingly separate duo shares more in common than you may think. When NASH and cirrhosis get together, your liver is at …

The liver and alcohol

The Effects of Alcohol on the Liver

April 26, 2022 | By | Clinical Research, Effects of Alcohol on the Liver, Fibroscan | AFLD, Blog, Clinical trials, Fatty Liver Disease, liver health

Alcohol is one of the most widely used substances among America’s adult and teen populations, posing substantial health and safety risks. Even though most know the adverse effects of alcohol, many tend to do so without fully recognizing the health …

Why Minority Participation in Liver Research Matters

Why Minority Participation in Liver Research Matters

April 7, 2022 | By | 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 …

Hepatitis Explained

Hepatitis Explained: What You Need to Know

March 30, 2022 | By | Clinical Research, Hepatitis | Blog, Clinical trials, Fatty Liver Disease, liver health, Liver research, NAFLD, NASH

Liver health is essential to the function of the human body. It performs over 500 functions to keep the body healthy. A few examples are flushing out toxins, processing food, and maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. Hepatitis is one of …