Global Liver Institute

It all starts with a patient

Global Liver Institute saves lives by empowering patient advocates to collaborate with policymakers, clinicians, and industry to drive the liver health field forward.

It all starts with a patient

Global Liver Institute saves lives by empowering patient advocates to collaborate with policymakers, clinicians, and industry to drive the liver health field forward.

It all starts with a patient

Global Liver Institute saves lives by empowering patient advocates to collaborate with policymakers, clinicians, and industry to drive the liver health field forward.

It all starts with a patient

Global Liver Institute saves lives by empowering patient advocates to collaborate with policymakers, clinicians, and industry to drive the liver health field forward.

It all starts with a patient

Global Liver Institute saves lives by empowering patient advocates to collaborate with policymakers, clinicians, and industry to drive the liver health field forward.

It all starts with a patient

Global Liver Institute saves lives by empowering patient advocates to collaborate with policymakers, clinicians, and industry to drive the liver health field forward.

It all starts with a patient

Global Liver Institute saves lives by empowering patient advocates to collaborate with policymakers, clinicians, and industry to drive the liver health field forward.

Patient Testimonials

How we’re making a difference.

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Dr. Katelin H.

“There is nothing more powerful than sharing your story with others, whether with your own family or with the whole country. You’d be surprised how much impact simple actions can have.”

Karen Hoyt

Karen Hoyt

“Connecting to others with liver disease is so crucial. It is easy to get caught in a cycle of malnutrition, fatigue, isolation, depression, pain, and on it goes. By reaching out to others, and their caregivers, I aspire to inspire connections from around the globe.”

Elena

Elena Covarrubias

“As a professional I’ve worked with hundred of people with NASH and detected some others. I know this disease is not known enough by people and by health professionals, even physicians. My duty is to identify those in risk of developing NASH and NAFLD.”

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Global Liver Home3

1.5 Billion

People around the globe are currently living with liver disease¹

1 In 4

1 in 4

People are estimated to already have NAFLD or NASH²

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Less than 27%

Of people with liver cancer survive five years after diagnosis, worldwide.³

Is Your Liver Healthy?

In this monthly interview show, our host Jeff McIntyre explores answers to the question “Is Your Liver Healthy?” by sitting down with the patient and clinical experts who know the most about liver health and related conditions. Learn what affects liver health, how liver disease impacts lives, and the actions we can all take to improve liver health for ourselves and our communities.

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GLI APPETITE™

GLI and NutriStyle Inc. have partnered to create a personalized nutrition app for people living with liver disease, diabetes, and other chronic conditions or who want to maintain good liver health. The app will create personalized meal plans to meet the specific requirements set out by GLI nutritional advisors for people with NASH or a general interest in liver health.

Liver Central

Global Liver Institute created Liver Central to equip everyone affected by liver cancer. We know that learning, advocacy, and collaboration empowers us to create change in the exam room, in the community, and beyond. Whether you have just received a liver cancer diagnosis, you are interested in new treatment options or clinical trials, or you’re a clinician looking for current practice guidelines, Liver Central exists to help you find the answers you pursue.

About GLI

Improving the lives of individuals & families.

Global Liver Institute (GLI) is a nonprofit organization founded in the belief that liver health must take its place on the global public health agenda commensurate with the prevalence and impact of liver illness.

GLI promotes innovation, encourages collaboration, and supports the scaling of optimal approaches to help eradicate liver diseases. Operating globally, GLI is committed to solving the problems that matter to liver patients and equipping advocates to improve the lives of individuals and families impacted by liver disease.

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Over 400 advocates trained through GLI’s Advanced Advocacy Academy (A3)

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+50 Partners in 5 continents and +75 countries

200 multidisciplinary stakeholders work together on our councils

Latest Updates

Global Liver Institute and King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Launch First UK-Based Advanced Advocacy Academy to Strengthen Liver Health Education and Awareness

Global Liver Institute (GLI) and King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (KCH) are proud to announce the first Advanced Advocacy Academy (A3) in the United Kingdom, an innovative program dedicated to increasing education, awareness, and advocacy for liver health.

Liver Health Policy Update

Congress grapples with budget and appropriations while the administration eliminates funding for health programs and terminates federal employees. – Liver Health Policy Update

The situation in Congress remains unclear as the House budget resolution calls for possible significant Medicaid cuts, while the Senate attempts to steer clear of policies reducing Medicaid and/or Medicare benefits.

Beyond the Diagnosis: Stories, Breakthroughs & Global Action – Fatty Liver Disease News

As of January 2025, major changes to Medicare Part D under the Inflation Reduction Act are now in effect, making prescription drugs more affordable for millions of patients.

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