Liver Coalition
@livercoalition.bsky.social
To save lives by improving liver health and preventing liver disease through community-based education, linkages to care, advocacy and research programs.
Happy Holidays from all of us -- the Board, Volunteers, and Staff. Our leadership listing is at livercoalition.org/leadership/
December 3, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Happy Holidays from all of us -- the Board, Volunteers, and Staff. Our leadership listing is at livercoalition.org/leadership/
If the hepatitis B birth dose was also delayed for infants of mothers with unknown hepatitis B status, there would be at least 1,437 (2-month delay) to 2,726 (12-year delay) additional infections for each year the delayed birth dose policy is in place.
Read full report at hepvu.org/news-updates...
Read full report at hepvu.org/news-updates...
December 2, 2025 at 3:12 AM
If the hepatitis B birth dose was also delayed for infants of mothers with unknown hepatitis B status, there would be at least 1,437 (2-month delay) to 2,726 (12-year delay) additional infections for each year the delayed birth dose policy is in place.
Read full report at hepvu.org/news-updates...
Read full report at hepvu.org/news-updates...
Our chair Scott A. Suckow was at #StateofReform Conference in Irvine last week. In the session “Advancing Medicare in CA,” panelists unpacked how #CalAIM’s Exclusively Aligned Enrollment (#EAE) policy could limit care choices for seniors. Important dialogue—In Case You Missed It.
October 14, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Our chair Scott A. Suckow was at #StateofReform Conference in Irvine last week. In the session “Advancing Medicare in CA,” panelists unpacked how #CalAIM’s Exclusively Aligned Enrollment (#EAE) policy could limit care choices for seniors. Important dialogue—In Case You Missed It.
Yesterday, @padilla.senate.gov energized a passionate group of supporters, sharing powerful insights on the challenges facing CA. Our director was able to thank him for supporting #MCED Act as a co-sponsor again this year. And for his efforts to continue to push forward to reform #340B and #PBMs.
September 25, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Yesterday, @padilla.senate.gov energized a passionate group of supporters, sharing powerful insights on the challenges facing CA. Our director was able to thank him for supporting #MCED Act as a co-sponsor again this year. And for his efforts to continue to push forward to reform #340B and #PBMs.
People with Wilson disease #wilsondisease cannot release copper from the liver at a normal rate. This genetic condition can cause life-threatening organ damage if left untreated. Learn more at our upcoming webinar with Dr. Robert G Gish. Register at livercoalition.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
September 16, 2025 at 6:22 AM
People with Wilson disease #wilsondisease cannot release copper from the liver at a normal rate. This genetic condition can cause life-threatening organ damage if left untreated. Learn more at our upcoming webinar with Dr. Robert G Gish. Register at livercoalition.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
The hep B vaccine is the first anti-cancer vaccine—preventing liver cancer by stopping chronic infection. Since newborn vaccination began in the '90s, rates have plummeted. But ~30% of adults remain unvaccinated. We can't go back. @SenFinance, stand strong for #vaccines. Lives depend on it.
September 4, 2025 at 7:20 AM
The hep B vaccine is the first anti-cancer vaccine—preventing liver cancer by stopping chronic infection. Since newborn vaccination began in the '90s, rates have plummeted. But ~30% of adults remain unvaccinated. We can't go back. @SenFinance, stand strong for #vaccines. Lives depend on it.
September is PBC Awareness Month. Meet PBC Patient Advocate Dr. Cecilia Dueñas during Liver Leaders Take Five Podcast. Click here liverco.podbean.com/e/episode-3-...
September 3, 2025 at 6:23 AM
September is PBC Awareness Month. Meet PBC Patient Advocate Dr. Cecilia Dueñas during Liver Leaders Take Five Podcast. Click here liverco.podbean.com/e/episode-3-...
Did you know that 51% of individuals with Alcohol Use Disorder also have Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease?
Robert Wong, MD, of Stanford University School of Medicine and our director Scott Suckow presented current trends during BUDI Learning Luncheon.
Watch the presentation here
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Robert Wong, MD, of Stanford University School of Medicine and our director Scott Suckow presented current trends during BUDI Learning Luncheon.
Watch the presentation here
lnkd.in/gsrWYM54
August 28, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Did you know that 51% of individuals with Alcohol Use Disorder also have Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease?
Robert Wong, MD, of Stanford University School of Medicine and our director Scott Suckow presented current trends during BUDI Learning Luncheon.
Watch the presentation here
lnkd.in/gsrWYM54
Robert Wong, MD, of Stanford University School of Medicine and our director Scott Suckow presented current trends during BUDI Learning Luncheon.
Watch the presentation here
lnkd.in/gsrWYM54
Yesterday, a group—led by Patient Advocates United in San Diego County—presented @repscottpeters.bsky.social with the Hope & Innovations Award, recognizing his steadfast support of science, research & innovation.
BIOCOM, LupusSoCal, CrohnsColitisFn, LiverCoalition, EpilepsySD and UCSDHealth.
BIOCOM, LupusSoCal, CrohnsColitisFn, LiverCoalition, EpilepsySD and UCSDHealth.
August 21, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Yesterday, a group—led by Patient Advocates United in San Diego County—presented @repscottpeters.bsky.social with the Hope & Innovations Award, recognizing his steadfast support of science, research & innovation.
BIOCOM, LupusSoCal, CrohnsColitisFn, LiverCoalition, EpilepsySD and UCSDHealth.
BIOCOM, LupusSoCal, CrohnsColitisFn, LiverCoalition, EpilepsySD and UCSDHealth.
#WorldHepatitisDay takes place on July 28.
July 24, 2025 at 9:37 AM
#WorldHepatitisDay takes place on July 28.
Every move matters, especially for your #liver.
🌍 This Global #FattyLiverDay (June 12), join the #LiverMOVEment and take action for your health — one #walk, #stretch, or #dance break at a time.
Learn more: globallivermovement.org
🌍 This Global #FattyLiverDay (June 12), join the #LiverMOVEment and take action for your health — one #walk, #stretch, or #dance break at a time.
Learn more: globallivermovement.org
June 11, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Every move matters, especially for your #liver.
🌍 This Global #FattyLiverDay (June 12), join the #LiverMOVEment and take action for your health — one #walk, #stretch, or #dance break at a time.
Learn more: globallivermovement.org
🌍 This Global #FattyLiverDay (June 12), join the #LiverMOVEment and take action for your health — one #walk, #stretch, or #dance break at a time.
Learn more: globallivermovement.org
We're excited to be celebrating our 5th Anniversary this year. Since our founding, we've hosted forty-eight virtual training courses featuring local liver health experts. View our online educational library here livercoalition.org/educational-....
June 10, 2025 at 10:51 PM
We're excited to be celebrating our 5th Anniversary this year. Since our founding, we've hosted forty-eight virtual training courses featuring local liver health experts. View our online educational library here livercoalition.org/educational-....
📊 Did you know? Between 2014 and 2022, Hispanic/Latinx/Latine children with perinatal Hepatitis C had 72% lower odds of receiving antiviral treatment compared to white and non-Hispanic children. It’s time to address these disparities. #NHHAD #HealthEquity Join our efforts to End Hep C SD!
May 15, 2025 at 8:35 PM
📊 Did you know? Between 2014 and 2022, Hispanic/Latinx/Latine children with perinatal Hepatitis C had 72% lower odds of receiving antiviral treatment compared to white and non-Hispanic children. It’s time to address these disparities. #NHHAD #HealthEquity Join our efforts to End Hep C SD!
The #MCEDAct would deliver a win in the fight against cancer. Congress can improve survival rates for millions of Americans by ensuring our country’s most vulnerable have access to the latest advancements in cancer screening technology. Let our voices be heard. It's time to pass HR 842/S339.
April 24, 2025 at 6:58 PM
The #MCEDAct would deliver a win in the fight against cancer. Congress can improve survival rates for millions of Americans by ensuring our country’s most vulnerable have access to the latest advancements in cancer screening technology. Let our voices be heard. It's time to pass HR 842/S339.
Great meeting with patient advocacy groups and our industry partners. Thank you @CaAccess (CPAT) for bringing us together, and @PhRMA for your support. @ACSCAN @AlsNetwork @BiocomCA @PAUnitedSD
March 22, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Great meeting with patient advocacy groups and our industry partners. Thank you @CaAccess (CPAT) for bringing us together, and @PhRMA for your support. @ACSCAN @AlsNetwork @BiocomCA @PAUnitedSD
Register TODAY for the March 15th Training: 'Treating Alcohol Use Disorder and Preventing Liver Disease.' Click to register.
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March 22, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Register TODAY for the March 15th Training: 'Treating Alcohol Use Disorder and Preventing Liver Disease.' Click to register.
https://app.etapestry.com/.../CaliforniaChro.../March15.html
https://app.etapestry.com/.../CaliforniaChro.../March15.html
Happy Holidays. From our dedicated board, medical advisors, volunteers and staff.
March 22, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Happy Holidays. From our dedicated board, medical advisors, volunteers and staff.
We invite you to help light our virtual tree and add a personal message this holiday season. To switch on a light and show your support, no donation is necessary—just click below.
https://t.co/KRCEa5JeKT
You can also add a star or bulb to the tree by making a donation.
https://t.co/KRCEa5JeKT
You can also add a star or bulb to the tree by making a donation.
March 22, 2025 at 1:29 AM
We invite you to help light our virtual tree and add a personal message this holiday season. To switch on a light and show your support, no donation is necessary—just click below.
https://t.co/KRCEa5JeKT
You can also add a star or bulb to the tree by making a donation.
https://t.co/KRCEa5JeKT
You can also add a star or bulb to the tree by making a donation.
The #MCEDAct continues to be a top issue for cancer advocates. We just provided an update to our friends at the UC San Diego's Cancer Health Equity Collaboration. @RepScottPeters @RepRaulRuizMD @RepSaraJacobs @RepJuanVargas @repdarrellissa @RepMikeLevin Let's pass it now and
March 22, 2025 at 1:29 AM
The #MCEDAct continues to be a top issue for cancer advocates. We just provided an update to our friends at the UC San Diego's Cancer Health Equity Collaboration. @RepScottPeters @RepRaulRuizMD @RepSaraJacobs @RepJuanVargas @repdarrellissa @RepMikeLevin Let's pass it now and
Liver Coalition is in the house for this year’s @AASLDtweets #thelivermeeting in San Diego. We participated through our involvement with @GlobalLiver’s Liver Action Network. @scottasuckow
March 22, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Liver Coalition is in the house for this year’s @AASLDtweets #thelivermeeting in San Diego. We participated through our involvement with @GlobalLiver’s Liver Action Network. @scottasuckow
Thank you @RepScottPeters, for your leadership on the #MCED Act, & @RepRaulRuizMD, @RepBarragan, @RepCardenas, @DorisMatsui, & @JayObernolte for your co-sponsorship! The 30+ CA groups on this letter are ready to take action to pass the bill this Congress....
March 22, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Thank you @RepScottPeters, for your leadership on the #MCED Act, & @RepRaulRuizMD, @RepBarragan, @RepCardenas, @DorisMatsui, & @JayObernolte for your co-sponsorship! The 30+ CA groups on this letter are ready to take action to pass the bill this Congress....
In this month”s issue of San Diego Physician, a publication of the @SDCMS, the article “Diagnosing and Treating Alcohol Use Disorder in San Diego: Getting Patients the Help They Need and Preventing Liver Disease” by James Dunford, MD and Tarek Hassanein, MD.
March 22, 2025 at 1:34 AM
In this month”s issue of San Diego Physician, a publication of the @SDCMS, the article “Diagnosing and Treating Alcohol Use Disorder in San Diego: Getting Patients the Help They Need and Preventing Liver Disease” by James Dunford, MD and Tarek Hassanein, MD.
Fuel Up and support the Liver Coalition at one of these two @Shell stations starting tomorrow, Sept. 1st thru Oct. 31st. Just use the pump with our name on it. #GivingPump #ShellStationsUS
March 22, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Fuel Up and support the Liver Coalition at one of these two @Shell stations starting tomorrow, Sept. 1st thru Oct. 31st. Just use the pump with our name on it. #GivingPump #ShellStationsUS
Advocates Call on Governors to Take Action Against the Opioid Crisis. 27 groups call for change in the face of a growing synthetic opioid crisis. Let’s bring awareness, today is International Overdose Awareness...
March 22, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Advocates Call on Governors to Take Action Against the Opioid Crisis. 27 groups call for change in the face of a growing synthetic opioid crisis. Let’s bring awareness, today is International Overdose Awareness...