British Liver Trust

People with all kinds of liver disease face stigma and a lack of understanding. For Charlina this ultimately meant leaving her university course.

Help us to be there for people of all ages affected by liver disease: https://ow.ly/rnVC50XBKEL

Charlina's story: https://ow.ly/twGy50XBKEK

Thank you to everyone who has donated to our Big Give #ChristmasChallenge so far!

We've made a really strong start with almost 1/4 of our target raised. Can you get us closer to our goal and help us make sure that no one affected by liver disease is left behind?

Donate: https://ow.ly/Ynio50XBbzj

The Big Give #ChristmasChallenge starts today! Any donations you make on our Big Give page before midday on December 9th are doubled – at no extra cost to you!

Donate today: https://ow.ly/7UfE50XAyP6

So £10 becomes £20, £20 becomes £40 and so on, meaning your generosity will do even more good.

Thank you to everyone who took part in our survey about childhood liver disease. The results here https://ow.ly/RFa650XA5Yz reveal that many people faced real challenges in terms of education and mental health. Was this your experience? To share your story email press@childliverdisease.org

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up to support us at GiveAsYouLive and you could generate FREE donations on your online purchases! https://ow.ly/4cH750Xxy3w

Diagnosis and management of metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease ### What you need to know A 37 year old factory worker presents to his general practitioner for an occupational health assessment on the recommendation of his workplace. He complains of vague, interm...

Great to see a focus on the diagnosis and management of liver disease in primary care in the latest issue of @bmj.com. We need to provide GPs and other practitioners working in the community with the tools that they need to support and care for patients.

Soft Drinks Industry Levy expanded in the Budget The British Liver Trust is delighted with the news which confirms the government’s plans to remove the …

We welcome the Government's changes to the Soft Drinks Industry Levy, to cover more products including sugary milk-based drinks. These changes could help to reduce a range of health conditions, including liver disease and liver cancer.

Read more: https://ow.ly/Ebih50Xy47P

A huge thank you to the members of St Chads Bowling Club who have raised a fantastic £2221 to support young people with liver disease, and here's why https://ow.ly/i6Hc50Xxq6P

Diagnosis of a chronic condition in a child is a tough one for any parent to take. Gina hopes her daughter Alice's story will give hope to others https://ow.ly/5rms50XugnN

Well done to David, whose colleagues at Aviva helped him raise over £2K by joining in an 874-mile virtual challenge https://ow.ly/jzl150XsMC6

If you or a loved one lives with a liver condition, it’s especially important to stay protected from illnesses like flu. If you’re eligible, make sure you book your flu jab today.
👉 Speak to your pharmacist or visit https://ow.ly/nsV750XvJTT

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Looking for trusted health information on self-care?

We have a collection of wellness resources to encourage everyone to prioritise self-care, stress management and healthy habits.

It includes practical tips and guidance and you can find it here: piftick.org.uk/resource-col...

#SelfCareWeek

When the weather turns cold it can be challenging, especially if you're living with a liver condition.

Maintaining your health and staying warm is really important. Read our blog for practical tips and support: https://ow.ly/NnNg50XsNiJ

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AI overviews now appear ahead of search results on most search engines.

Our new guide explains AI overviews, the potential flaws in results and provides tips on accessing trusted health information.

Download your copy here: piftick.org.uk/guide/can-i-...

#HealthLiteracy
#DigitalLiteracy

This week is #TrusteesWeek, so please do join us in thanking our amazing Trustees, who are all so generous in giving their time and expertise to make the work we do possible.

Thank you all so much!

This #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth, learn more about the liver and the signs, symptoms, and risk factors of #LiverCancer.

Watch our new animated video and share to raise awareness!

Check your risk with our free online tool: livercanceruk.org/liver-cancer...

Our thanks to @glasgowscience.bsky.social for joining in with #LightUpForLiver on Saturday night and raising awareness for #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth.

Doesn't the illumination look fantastic reflecting off the surface of the Clyde? 💚

Another brilliant illumination for #LightUpForLiver, this time East Cowes Town Hall on the Isle of Wight, which lit up green to raise awareness of #LiverCancer on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week!

Thank you to East Cowes Town Council for supporting this campaign for #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth

The Ness Bridge in Inverness illuminated green last night for #LightUpForLiver, joining locations around the UK this month to mark #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth!

Thank you @highland.gov.uk for raising vital awareness by joining in.

Invite your MP to our Parliamentary debate We need your help. Please contact your local MP to ask them to speak at our parliamentary …

Please contact your local MP to ask them to speak at our next parliamentary debate on fatty liver disease on Tuesday the 28th of October at 9:30am.

You can find a template letter to send to your MP on our website here: ow.ly/lPcT50XcxaL

Knowing your risk of #LiverCancer can be a powerful step toward prevention and early detection.

Find out if you could be at risk with our quick, anonymous, online tool. It only takes a few minutes: livercanceruk.org/liver-cancer...

#LiverCancerAwarenessMonth

Thank you @uofglasgow.bsky.social - the main building was looking fantastic illuminated in green last night to mark #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth.

The building will continue to #LightUpForLiver until the 7th - so do share any pictures if you are passing!

We recently teamed up with leading liver doctors to create an important new article on the causes & impact of #LiverDisease stigma & how we can tackle it.

The article has now been published in Frontline Gastroenterology's BASL special issue - you can read more in our blog here: ow.ly/mhNf50X5v4j

Despite a foggy morning in London, the #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth message is shining though loud and clear on the BT Tower!

A big thank you to them for joining in with #LightUpForLiver today.

October is #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth, please join us to raise awareness of this often overlooked disease - the fastest growing cause of cancer death in the UK.

From ordering posters, to hosting a coffee morning, there are loads of ways to raise awareness: livercanceruk.org/liver-cancer...

#LiverCancerAwarenessMonth is almost here. We're really excited for all the landmarks that are going to #LightUpForLiver - illuminating green to raise awareness.

If you spot any in your area, please do send us a picture!

Find the full list of landmarks: livercanceruk.org/light-up-for...

Liver Cancer Awareness Month in October is nearly upon us, and we've been so thrilled to have loads of landmarks already confirming that they will #LightUpForLiver, illuminating green to raise vital awareness!

Ask your local council or other landmarks to join in: livercanceruk.org/light-up-for...

Are you an inspirational leader and team player with proven experience of senior-level and high-value fundraising and income growth?

We're looking for a new Director of Fundraising & Partnerships to join our team at an exciting time for the charity.

Read more and apply: ow.ly/3clM50WPEGW

Between 1st and 28th September, any new monthly gifts made to us through the Big Give website will be matched for the first three months!

That means a £10 monthly gift becomes £20, at no extra cost to you.

Please consider setting up your monthly gift here: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

Many people do not realise that #ViralHepatitis is a risk factor for #LiverDisease.

Find out if you’re at risk of liver disease with our free online screener: britishlivertrust.org.uk/at-risk-scre...

#WorldHepatitisDay

Please share so more people can find out if they are at risk.

#LiverSky