This January, LiverScan, a private clinic in Edinburgh, is proud to support Love Your Liver Month, a nationwide campaign dedicated to raising awareness about liver health.
Spearheaded by the British Liver Trust, the campaign highlights the crucial role the liver plays in overall wellbeing and the importance of early detection and prevention of liver disease.
Liver disease is often referred to as a "silent killer" due to its tendency to progress without noticeable symptoms. According to recent statistics, one in three adults in the UK is at risk of developing liver disease, with lifestyle factors such as diet, alcohol consumption, and obesity being key contributors.
Love Your Liver Month seeks to address these risks by encouraging individuals to take proactive steps to protect their liver health.
LiverScan specialises in FibroScan examinations, a non-invasive and painless procedure that assesses liver fat levels and potential scarring. By providing a detailed insight into liver health, FibroScan technology can detect early signs of liver disease, giving everyone an opportunity to make lifestyle changes or seek medical advice before the condition progresses.
Claire, COO of LiverScan, said: “Love Your Liver Month is an important reminder for us all to take stock of our health.
"The liver is such a vital organ, yet many of us give little thought to its condition until it’s too late. This campaign is about education and prevention - helping people understand how to care for their liver and recognise when action may be needed.”
Throughout January, LiverScan encourages the public to learn more about liver health, understand the risks of conditions such as fatty liver disease and liver fibrosis, and explore the resources available from organisations like the British Liver Trust.
By supporting Love Your Liver Month, LiverScan aims to contribute to the nationwide effort to reduce the prevalence of liver disease and promote healthier lifestyles across communities.
For more information about Love Your Liver Month, visit the British Liver Trust’s website