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‘A questionable life choice for a good cause’ – why Anton’s going from Couch to 60K
For most non-runners, Couch to 5K is a daunting prospect. So when Anton Gabb from Gloucester decided …
The number of cases of liver cancer are set to double by 2050, with rising cases of obesity partly to blame
The proportion of cases of liver cancer linked to obesity are set to increase from 5% to …
Record hepatitis testing in Wales as elimination efforts continue
On World Hepatitis Day, new data from Public Health Wales shows progress towards eliminating hepatitis B and …
Stigma is a major barrier to Hepatitis B diagnosis and care, warns the British Liver Trust on World Hepatitis Day
Today on Hepatitis Day, the British Liver Trust warns that stigma remains one of the biggest obstacles …
Russ conquers fear of heights to pay tribute to childhood friend who died from liver cancer
Russ Wintle has never been a fan of heights. However, when a life-long friend died from liver …
Family firm supports liver-transplant colleague with mammoth virtual challenge
An 874-mile virtual challenge wouldn’t be everyone’s idea of fun in mid-summer, but intrepid employees at Industrial …
The Rare Cancers Bill: A Step Forward for Liver Cancer Patients
The Rare Cancers Bill moved a step closer to becoming law. We have been campaigning to improve …
Alcohol and Cancer: Parliament’s Call for Action on Alcohol Harm
The British Liver Trust, as part of the Alcohol Health Alliance, was delighted to support a debate …
Alcohol Awareness Week: Understanding how alcohol harms the liver
This week is Alcohol Awareness Week, led by Alcohol Change UK. In the UK, alcohol is the …
British Liver Trust response to the 10-Year Health Plan
Fit for the Future: 10 Year Health Plan for England The launch of the Government’s 10 Year …