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Key points Gilbert’s syndrome is a harmless and mild disorder you inherit from your parents The liver lacks an enzyme and does not process a substance called bilirubin Bilirubin builds up in the blood and can make you sometimes go slightly yellow It doesn’t need to be treated People with Gilbert’s syndrome have a normal… Read more
Key points Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) is a type of liver cancer It can be cured if you find it at a very early stage There is an effective treatment for almost all stages of HCC If you already have liver damage or cirrhosis you should have regular screening for HCC. This is also called surveillance…. Read more
Key points Haemochromatosis is a condition you inherit from your parents It means there is too much iron in your body Too much iron can cause serious damage to your organs, including the liver, heart, joints and pancreas Haemochromatosis is treated by removing blood to reduce the amount of iron in the body Reducing the… Read more
The liver is a very misunderstood organ. On this page, we tackle some common myths. Reviewed June 2025
Report shows the social and economic impact of liver cancer Liver cancer is the fastest growing cause of cancer-related deaths in Australia, costing Australians a staggering $4.8 billion in 2019-20 alone. Despite harming people and the economy, the disease is relatively unknown and not all liver disease is preventable. It can be caused by genetic… Read more
Liver Foundation follows both the Medicines Australia Code of Conduct and the Pathology Technology Australia Industry Code when working with industry. You can read the Medicines Australia Code of Conduct here and the PTA Industry Code here. Below is a list of our 2024 valued supporters who contribute through educational grants, philanthropic grants and conference… Read more
Most patients are unaware of clinical trials or unsure whether participation is an option. Yet enrolling in a clinical trial can help patients by motivating them to play an active role in their health care and learn more about treatment and management of their condition. It can also provide an opportunity to access new treatments… Read more
Collaborate with us and become a Corporate Partner If you share our vision of a world without liver disease, why not become a Corporate Partner and have a significant impact on our work? Funding support from corporate partners helps us broaden the scope and impact of our activities. This means we can improve the lives… Read more
A world without liver disease could be your legacy Leaving a gift to the Liver Foundation in your Will is a powerful way to help improve the lives of people affected by liver disease for years to come, and make sure we can continue to strive for a world where it no longer exists. Like… Read more
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