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Fatty liver disease (steatosis) is the build-up of excess fat in the liver cells, and is a common liver complaint. It affects about one in every four people.

On Wednesday 29 March LiverWELL staff attended an event focused on sexual and reproductive health.

When an autopsy was carried out after Ludwig van Beethoven’s death in 1827, his liver was found to be “beset with nodules the size of a bean”. Now researchers say the cause may not have been alcohol consumption alone, with a genetic analysis revealing the composer had hepatitis B.

Volunteer of the Month March 2023

LiverWELL supports the Government’s decision to make the North Richmond medically supervised injection room (MSIR) permanent, following an independent review and recommendations.

Students from all English levels across the western suburbs of Melbourne are practicing their English while learning about hepatitis in an engaging way - with hepatitis bingo.

Collaborations across the west of are bringing hepatitis B education to a broad range of people and communities.

With World Liver Day and Active April approaching, there’s no better time to join in some online activities that will help your liver!

Missed opportunities for early diagnosis of viral hepatitis lead to high numbers of preventable deaths.

International Women’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate hard-won progress for women and girls.

I am a Master of Public Health graduate from the University of Melbourne. I completed my Bachelor Degree in Dental Surgery in India. Shortly after my graduation, I undertook a certificate course, 'International Women’s Health and Human Rights' that sparked my interest in public health. My dream is to utilise my skills and knowledge to help communities and reduce health inequities.

LiverWELL is pleased to announce that Elaine Montegriffo has taken up the role of Interim CEO, following the departure of Russell Shewan.

Cancer Council Victoria is calling on Nurse Practitioners and General Practitioners who work in Moyne, Ballarat, East Gippsland, Wodonga and Mildura Local Government Areas to apply for a Hepatitis B s100 Prescriber Course Scholarship of $1500.