Save The Date
October 16th, 3 p.m. EST
In honor of Liver Cancer Awareness Month we have a few news and blog updates to share with you. On Tuesday, October 16th, join Hepatitis B Foundation for a Twitter chat to discuss the link between hepatitis and liver cancer. Representatives from Hepatitis B Foundation, CDC’s Division of Viral Hepatitis, and NASTAD will co-host the chat at 3 p.m. EST.
October 16th, 3 p.m. EST
In honor of Liver Cancer Awareness Month we have a few news and blog updates to share with you. On Tuesday, October 16th, join Hepatitis B Foundation for a Twitter chat to discuss the link between hepatitis and liver cancer. Representatives from Hepatitis B Foundation, CDC’s Division of Viral Hepatitis, and NASTAD will co-host the chat at 3 p.m. EST.
Learn more here...…
In addition check out this years Liver Cancer Awareness Campaign aimed at encouraging individuals with an increased risk for liver cancer to receive ongoing screening, launched by the American Liver Foundation (ALF) and Bayer Healthcare. Find out if you're at risk for liver cancer.
October 23, 2018 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST
Webinar
October 23, 2018 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST
Webinar
Timothy M. Block, Ph.D.President and Director, Baruch S. Blumberg Institute and the Hepatitis B Foundation
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November 29, 2018 (1:00-2:30 pm ET)
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November 29, 2018 (1:00-2:30 pm ET)
Strategies to Eliminate HCV in Veterans Webinar November 29
Join NVHR on November 29, 2018 (1:00-2:30 pm ET) for a webinar to discuss how government and community organizations are working to treat Veterans living with hepatitis C.
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Blog & Journal Updates Around The Web
Oct 17, 2018
The Link Between Hepatitis B and Liver Cancer
hepbtalk
October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month! Despite the aggressive nature of this cancer – only one out of every five diagnosed patients survive beyond five years – liver cancer receives little attention from those outside of the health field. To help raise awareness and support those who have been affected, we are using our #justB campaign to share the stories of individuals who have been directly impacted by liver cancer throughout the month of October. The stories are featured throughout the month on the Hepatitis B Foundation, Liver Cancer Connect and Hep B United social media outlets. Check out Alice, Bunmi, Dai, and Kim’s stories.
Join NVHR on November 29, 2018 (1:00-2:30 pm ET) for a webinar to discuss how government and community organizations are working to treat Veterans living with hepatitis C.
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Blog & Journal Updates Around The Web
Oct 17, 2018
The Link Between Hepatitis B and Liver Cancer
hepbtalk
October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month! Despite the aggressive nature of this cancer – only one out of every five diagnosed patients survive beyond five years – liver cancer receives little attention from those outside of the health field. To help raise awareness and support those who have been affected, we are using our #justB campaign to share the stories of individuals who have been directly impacted by liver cancer throughout the month of October. The stories are featured throughout the month on the Hepatitis B Foundation, Liver Cancer Connect and Hep B United social media outlets. Check out Alice, Bunmi, Dai, and Kim’s stories.
Oct 15, 2018
Liver Cancer Awareness Month
• By Lucinda K. Porter, RN
While the incidence of most cancers are declining in the United States, the rate of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC or liver cancer) is increasing. More than 40,000 people in this country will be diagnosed this year with primary liver cancer, facing a 5-year survival rate of only 18 percent. According to the National Cancer Institute, liver cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death. Worldwide, it is the second leading cause of cancer death.
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Oct 14, 2018
VA Continues Hepatocellular Screening, but Study Questions the Value
by Annette Boyle
• By Lucinda K. Porter, RN
While the incidence of most cancers are declining in the United States, the rate of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC or liver cancer) is increasing. More than 40,000 people in this country will be diagnosed this year with primary liver cancer, facing a 5-year survival rate of only 18 percent. According to the National Cancer Institute, liver cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death. Worldwide, it is the second leading cause of cancer death.
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Oct 14, 2018
VA Continues Hepatocellular Screening, but Study Questions the Value
by Annette Boyle
SAN FRANCISCO—Although a recent study determined that screening veterans with cirrhosis for hepatocellular carcinoma did not reduce the risk of death associated with liver cancer, the VA has no plans to change its screening practices.
“The VA currently follows the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) guidelines for HCC screening among patients with cirrhosis,” explained Maggie Chartier, PsyD, MPH, the VA’s deputy director of HIV, Hepatitis and Related Conditions and associate professor at the University of California, San Francisco. The AASLD recommends screening patients with cirrhosis for HCC using ultrasound (USS) with or without serum alpha fetoprotein measurement every six months
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Oct 9, 2018
Paul E. Sax, MD
There’s so much going on no one can cover it all, certainly not me. So here’s a sampling of some (emphasis on some) of the interesting research presentations from last week, a “Mini” Really Rapid Review™ of the conference. Use the comments section to chime in with your favorites.
Oct 9, 2018
What support do people with liver cirrhosis and their families need?
People with liver cirrhosis and their families need more information about their condition and prognosis and greater access to palliative care, a systematic review of studies on the needs of people with cirrhosis of the liver has concluded.
Oct 9, 2018
Malnutrition decreases quality of life, social function in cirrhosis
PHILADELPHIA — Malnutrition as measured by subjective global assessment correlated significantly with decreased health-related quality of life in patients with…
Oct 9, 2018
What support do people with liver cirrhosis and their families need?
People with liver cirrhosis and their families need more information about their condition and prognosis and greater access to palliative care, a systematic review of studies on the needs of people with cirrhosis of the liver has concluded.
Oct 9, 2018
Malnutrition decreases quality of life, social function in cirrhosis
PHILADELPHIA — Malnutrition as measured by subjective global assessment correlated significantly with decreased health-related quality of life in patients with…
Do you know that the liver doesn’t have any nerve cells? Here are some facts about this amazing organ in honor of Liver Awareness Month...
Alcohol and Increased Cirrhosis-related Deaths
Alcohol and Increased Cirrhosis-related Deaths
Many of us are well aware that excessive (particularly long-term) consumption of alcohol is not good for our body — and is especially not friendly to our liver. But a newly published research study might very well convince us that the effects of alcohol on our liver health are even worse than we may have initially imagined. What’s the sobering research finding? The likelihood that increased cirrhosis-related mortality rates from 1999 to 2016 may be due to alcohol abuse and alcohol-induced liver disease...
Hepatitis C affects more than just the liver- it can affect many parts of the body, and mental wellbeing...
Stress is not good for any of us, it can lead to serious health issues and depression. Stress is the..
In a pilot study from the October issue of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, colony stimulating factor 3 (CSF3, also called GCSF) improved liver function and increased survival times in patients with severe alcohol-associated hepatitis (AH), compared with standard therapy. Addition of N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) to GCSF did not improve patient outcomes...
To all of you with gluten intolerance, first, let me say: I’m sorry. You’re looking for good food for celiac and liver disease. I worked in the kitchen and saved my life with The Liver Loving Diet, I had no idea what celiac was....
In The News
HepCBC - Weekly Review
Here's the latest issue of the Weekly Bull.
Oct 15, 2018
Liver Cancer Treatment Paradigm Undergoing Major Overhaul
Oct 15, 2018
Study Casts Doubt on Connection Between DAAs and Liver Cancer Risk Oct 15, 2018
Liver Cancer Treatment Paradigm Undergoing Major Overhaul
Oct 15, 2018
“There are no significant differences between DAA regimens in HCC risk after antiviral treatment,” concluded the authors, led by Elijah J. Mun, MD, of the University of Washington.
Oct 10, 2018
Hepatitis C - Vosevi safe, effective in ‘triple-infected’ patients with HCV, HBV, HIV
PHILADELPHIA – The direct-acting antiviral Vosevi demonstrated an average sustained virologic response rate of 87% among patients who were “triple-infected” with hepatitis C genotype 3, hepatitis B and HIV, as presented at the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Meeting.
PHILADELPHIA – The direct-acting antiviral Vosevi demonstrated an average sustained virologic response rate of 87% among patients who were “triple-infected” with hepatitis C genotype 3, hepatitis B and HIV, as presented at the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Meeting.
By Nguyen Quy October 8, 2018
A report by the World Cancer Research Fund International, a leading organization on cancer-prevention research related to diet, nutrition and physical activity, ranks Vietnam fourth among 25 countries with the highest rates of liver cancer this year. The report is based on the latest statistics from Globocan, an interactive web-based platform with cancer statistics from 185 countries....
The results of a study led by Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) investigators support evidence from previous studies suggesting the regular use of aspirin can reduce the risk of developing primary liver cancer – also called hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Their report analyzing data from two long-term epidemiologic studies appears in JAMA Oncology and finds that regular aspirin use – taking two or more 325 mg tablets a week for five years or more – led to a significantly reduced risk of developing HCC, which is the second leading cause of cancer death worldwide...
"Compelling" evidence of link between aspirin use, lower hepatoma risk
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Regular, long-term use of aspirin is associated with a reduced risk of developing hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), according to pooled data from more than 133,000 people. "Animal studies have shown that aspirin can block primary liver cancers from developing. Although these studies have been promising, data in humans have been limited," said Dr. Andrew Chan from Massachusetts General Hospital, in Boston.
Scientists use CRISPR to treat genetic liver diseases in neonatal and adult mice
"Compelling" evidence of link between aspirin use, lower hepatoma risk
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Regular, long-term use of aspirin is associated with a reduced risk of developing hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), according to pooled data from more than 133,000 people. "Animal studies have shown that aspirin can block primary liver cancers from developing. Although these studies have been promising, data in humans have been limited," said Dr. Andrew Chan from Massachusetts General Hospital, in Boston.
Scientists use CRISPR to treat genetic liver diseases in neonatal and adult mice
by Arlene Weintraub
The newest issue of the journal Nature Medicine features two animal studies that show progress is being made towards achieving the holy grail of gene editing: the ability to prevent or treat diseases that are caused by gene mutations. In both cases, the researchers used modified versions of CRISPR-Cas9, the most commonly used gene-editing system.
The newest issue of the journal Nature Medicine features two animal studies that show progress is being made towards achieving the holy grail of gene editing: the ability to prevent or treat diseases that are caused by gene mutations. In both cases, the researchers used modified versions of CRISPR-Cas9, the most commonly used gene-editing system.
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Evidence does not support statin use for conditions other than heart …
Despite studies suggesting benefits for conditions beyond cardiovascular disease (CVD), the evidence does not support revising current statin …
Early liver disease detection during pregnancy key for improved outcomes
October 7, 2018 Despite studies suggesting benefits for conditions beyond cardiovascular disease (CVD), the evidence does not support revising current statin …
Early liver disease detection during pregnancy key for improved outcomes
PHILADELPHIA — Early detection of liver-related complications and hepatic diseases in patients who are pregnant leads to reduced risks and improved outcomes for…
NAFLD has ‘bidirectional’ course in patients with type 2 diabetes
October 8, 2018
PHILADELPHIA – Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease may have a “bidirectional” nature in patients with type 2 diabetes as NAFLD regressed in 2.2% of patients without any NAFLD-specific interventions despite increase in the prevalence of risk factors, according to a presentation at the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Meeting.
Obesity, Weight Gain Linked to Fibrosis Progression in NAFLD
Medscape Medical News
NAFLD has ‘bidirectional’ course in patients with type 2 diabetes
October 8, 2018
PHILADELPHIA – Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease may have a “bidirectional” nature in patients with type 2 diabetes as NAFLD regressed in 2.2% of patients without any NAFLD-specific interventions despite increase in the prevalence of risk factors, according to a presentation at the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Meeting.
Obesity, Weight Gain Linked to Fibrosis Progression in NAFLD
Medscape Medical News
October 4, 2018
Obesity and weight gain are independently associated with an increased risk for fibrosis progression in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a large cohort study has found. Weight loss was negatively associated with fibrosis progression...
At-Risk Teens and Young Adults Overlooked During Opioid Crisis Too Few Tested for Hepatitis C, Research Suggests
At-Risk Teens and Young Adults Overlooked During Opioid Crisis Too Few Tested for Hepatitis C, Research Suggests
SAN FRANCISCO – Teens and young adults who have injected drugs are at risk for contracting hepatitis C, but most aren’t tested and therefore don’t receive life-saving treatment, according to a national study being presented at IDWeek 2018. The study of more than 250,000 at-risk youth found only one-third of those with diagnosed opioid use disorder (OUD) were tested for hepatitis C...
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The risk of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB) treated with tenofovir is lower than in those treated with entecavir, according to a nationwide study from South Korea. "Patients with CHB have about 1% risk of developing HCC," Dr. Young-Suk Lim from the University of Ulsan College of Medicine, in Seoul, told Reuters Health by email. "Once diagnosed with HCC, the overall prognosis of the patients is very poor, with 5-year survival rate of less than 30%. Therefore, prevention of HCC is of utmost importance in the management of CHB patients."
Healthy You
October 25. 2018'
The food supplement that ruined my liver'
Trying to identify the cause of Jim's liver injury, those treating him ruled out alcohol. "For the last 30 years I drank maybe a six-pack of beer a year, no wine. So alcohol was not a big part of my life," Jim says. They also ruled out prescription drugs - he wasn't taking any at the time - and smoking, something he had never done. "Then my hepatologist drilled in to, 'What about any over-the-counter supplements?'" says Jim....
October 13, 2018
Dietary Supplements Can Contain Viagra, Steroids, or Worse
October 13, 2018
You know those sexual enhancement dietary supplements for sale at gas stations and markets across the country? Beware, they might actually be viagra. Or steroids. Or an antidepressant. Many supposed dietary supplements for weight loss, erectile dysfunction, and muscle building may contain actual pharmaceuticals—but you likely have no way of knowing what's in them...
October 13, 2018
Weekend Reading - Baby Boomers and the Flu
Did you know that you are more susceptible to flu-related complications if you're over 65, living with chronic liver disease, or viral hepatitis?
Healthy You
October 25. 2018'
The food supplement that ruined my liver'
Trying to identify the cause of Jim's liver injury, those treating him ruled out alcohol. "For the last 30 years I drank maybe a six-pack of beer a year, no wine. So alcohol was not a big part of my life," Jim says. They also ruled out prescription drugs - he wasn't taking any at the time - and smoking, something he had never done. "Then my hepatologist drilled in to, 'What about any over-the-counter supplements?'" says Jim....
October 13, 2018
Dietary Supplements Can Contain Viagra, Steroids, or Worse
October 13, 2018
You know those sexual enhancement dietary supplements for sale at gas stations and markets across the country? Beware, they might actually be viagra. Or steroids. Or an antidepressant. Many supposed dietary supplements for weight loss, erectile dysfunction, and muscle building may contain actual pharmaceuticals—but you likely have no way of knowing what's in them...
October 13, 2018
Weekend Reading - Baby Boomers and the Flu
Did you know that you are more susceptible to flu-related complications if you're over 65, living with chronic liver disease, or viral hepatitis?
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Worldwide Epidemiology of Hepatocellular Carcinoma
In this presentation from the 2017 ACG Annual Scientific Meeting, Dr. El-Serag describes current and evolving global epidemiology, natural history, clinical course and risk factors for HCC.
ACGBLOG
Worldwide Epidemiology of Hepatocellular Carcinoma
In this presentation from the 2017 ACG Annual Scientific Meeting, Dr. El-Serag describes current and evolving global epidemiology, natural history, clinical course and risk factors for HCC.
Watch and listen HERE.
September 2018
Herbal and dietary supplement-induced liver injury is more severe than other types of drug-induced liver injury (DILI), and re-exposure is more likely, researchers report in the September issue of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Increasing awareness of the hepatoxic effects of herbal and dietary supplements could help physicians make earlier diagnoses
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Herbal and dietary supplement-induced liver injury is more severe than other types of drug-induced liver injury (DILI), and re-exposure is more likely, researchers report in the September issue of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Increasing awareness of the hepatoxic effects of herbal and dietary supplements could help physicians make earlier diagnoses
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Recent Updates
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Screening and Diagnosis of Hepatitis C Infection
Topics; HCV Transmission FAQs, Risk Factors for Acquiring HCV, HCV Disease Burden and more...
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Watch the open access webcasts from #EASL #NAFLDsummit on : https://bit.ly/2NsZkzZ
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Online learning activity
Screening and Diagnosis of Hepatitis C Infection
Topics; HCV Transmission FAQs, Risk Factors for Acquiring HCV, HCV Disease Burden and more...
Twitter Updates
Open To All
Watch the open access webcasts from #EASL #NAFLDsummit on : https://bit.ly/2NsZkzZ
Check back for updates!
Tina
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