Raising Awareness and Promoting Liver Health
World Liver Day, celebrated annually on April 19th, aims to raise awareness about liver-related issues and diseases. This crucial organ plays a vital role in immunity, digestion, and metabolism. Liver illnesses can significantly impact not only the digestive system but also the kidneys, lungs, heart, and brain.
The theme for World Liver Day 2024, "Keep your liver healthy and disease-free," emphasizes the importance of regular health check-ups for early detection and prevention of liver disorders.
The World Health Organization (WHO) established World Liver Day to highlight the burden of liver disease and encourage investment in research. Since its inception in 2012, the day has gained global recognition.
Various health organizations, clinics, and liver treatment institutes organize programs and activities to mark this day. The European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL) initiated World Liver Day in 2010, commemorating its own establishment in 1966.
Liver diseases claim approximately 20 lakh lives annually worldwide, with projections indicating a 35% increase by 2030. This alarming rise is attributed to a lack of awareness and preventive measures. World Liver Day aims to encourage individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles and reduce calorie intake to support liver function and manage liver diseases.
Simple steps like getting enough sleep, practicing mindfulness to reduce stress, maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding alcohol and tobacco can significantly contribute to liver health.
Let's prioritize liver health and make conscious choices for a better future. Happy World Liver Day!