Alcohol can damage the liver in many ways, from fat buildup to serious cancer. People with heavy drinking habits often develop a chain of liver issues that can become life‑threatening. One dangerous form is alcohol‑related hepatitis, which can kill quickly if not treated fast. The disease usu
A Chinese biotech company in Suzhou has given an American firm the worldwide rights to create and sell six new RNA medicines aimed at a serious liver condition. The deal brings an upfront cash payment of $60 million and could grow to nearly $4. 5 billion if the medicines reach several key develop
People with liver damage from drinking often struggle to get help for their alcohol problem. This is a big issue because drinking can make their liver problems worse. A recent study looked into why this happens and what can be done to help more people get the treatment they need. First, it's import
People with long-term liver issues often feel overwhelmed. Their daily lives are tough, and their health risks are high. But there might be a new way to help them feel better. It's called telehealth, and it's all about using video calls to connect with others and learn coping skills. This idea isn'
People with type 2 diabetes and Metabolic dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) often struggle with liver health. A recent study dug into how two different approaches might help: a medication called pemafibrate and a serious lifestyle overhaul. Pemafibrate is a drug that targets sp
A cutting-edge company is teaming up with a big pharma player to tackle a growing health problem. The focus? A serious liver condition called MASH, which is linked to obesity and diabetes. The plan is to use smart blood tests to find better ways to treat it. The company, Mursla Bio, is known for it
Liver problems can really mix things up when it comes to blood thinners. The liver plays a big role in keeping our blood from clotting too much or too little. When it's not working right, things get complicated. Doctors have a tough time figuring out the best way to help these patients. Most studie
In the quest for better health, many turn to supplements, but what if these very supplements are doing more harm than good? A leading heart specialist has raised alarms about five common supplements that might be putting hearts and livers at risk. First up, niacin, or Vitamin B3. It's essential for
High triglyceride levels, or hypertriglyceridaemia, are not just about what you eat. It's a mix of genes and lifestyle. The liver plays a big role here. When the liver has too much fat, it makes more of a certain type of cholesterol. This cholesterol is rich in triglycerides. Now, scientists think t
Alcoholic liver disease (ALD) is a serious condition. It causes swelling and damage to the liver. This happens because of too much alcohol. The disease is linked to two main problems: not enough oxygen (hypoxia) and a buildup of lactic acid (lactylation). Researchers wanted to find new signs (bioma
