Hepatitis

Canada’s Prison Needle Exchange Programs Show Major Healthcare Savings

Recent research reveals that Canada’s Prison Needle Exchange Programs (PNEPs) offer significant healthcare savings, with a benefit-cost ratio of 1.9. The study, published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, advocates for expanding PNEPs to all federal prisons, potentially preventing new hepatitis C infections and reducing treatment costs. As Canada aims to improve health outcomes for incarcerated individuals, this compelling evidence supports the need for wider implementation of needle exchange programs.

Study Shows 5:2 Fasting Diet May Have Anti-Inflammatory Effects on Liver Health

Discover the potential anti-inflammatory effects of a 5:2 fasting diet on liver health. A recent study by experts from the German Cancer Research Center and the University of Tübingen found that intermittent fasting can reduce signs of liver disease and lower levels of liver damage biomarkers. Learn how a 5:2 fasting regimen can make mice more resistant to developing non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and the specific proteins responsible for these protective effects.

Recognizing the Silent Symptoms of Fatty Liver Disease

Are you aware of the silent symptoms of fatty liver disease? Fatty liver disease, also known as hepatic steatosis, occurs when there is an abnormal accumulation of fat in liver cells. This can be categorized into two main types: alcoholic…

Signs of Liver Damage: Foot Pain and Swelling

New Delhi: The liver is a vital organ that performs over 500 functions in the body, including digestion, blood cleaning, immune support, and blood clotting. When the liver is unable to carry out these functions, it may exhibit warning signs…