Global Liver Institute (GLI) launched the Liver Health is Public Health initiative in response to the fact that liver conditions remain misunderstood, mischaracterized, and stigmatized, leading to underdiagnosis, undertreatment, and unnecessarily poor outcomes worldwide. The more we look into global liver health, the more we see common trends, not only regarding the epidemiological data, but also the common unpreparedness of national health systems to face a “tidal wave” of liver diseases. This global initiative addresses ongoing challenges to shift the conversation on liver health through continuous interaction with international advocacy groups, doctors, health care practitioners, liver patient advocates, ambassadors, and more. Through this effort, GLI will propel policymakers to move the needle toward collective action for better liver health.
1.5 Billion people around the world are living with liver disease
2 Million deaths per year are caused by liver conditions globally, and this number is rising
2 Billion adults worldwide have obesity, and 400 million have diabetes–both of which are risks for steatotic liver disease and hepatocellular carcinoma
RESOURCES:
The Global State of Liver Health
Drawing from a wealth of studies and the perspectives of community experts, this report defines and analyzes the landscape of liver health around the world. It is both a foundational resource and a rallying cry for clinicians, policymakers, and other community leaders to fight liver disease.
Best Practices in Liver Health Policy
This report aims to address a central question of the initiative — how to practically implement the innovative screening and treatment tools in real communities for the benefit of liver health. Featuring case studies from multiple countries across the world, the report demonstrates the integration of liver health into clinical pathways and broader health frameworks.
Liver Health Basics
This booklet provides a foundation for understanding of liver health, providing the function of the liver, common symptoms of liver disease, an overview of the major types, and an outline of liver-healthy habits. Download the booklet here.
Worldwide Involvement
GLI advances the Liver Health is Public Health message and movement through partnerships and presentations around the globe. We bridge the gap between liver patients, scientific societies, and policymakers. We prepare the ground for a collaborative effort that will positively impact the patients’ lives.
Learn more about our global policy work here.
Liver Health Priority Focus Group: SLD in NCDs, New York, NY, USA
United Nations General Assembly, New York, NY, USA
Together for Better Liver Health, WHA78 side event, Geneva, Switzerland
For more information or to join the Liver Health is Public Health initiative, please email gdonnini@globalliver.org. We welcome partners and endorsers from the breadth of public health and health care.
This initiative is made possible thanks to the support of:
