Friends and family of Sam, one of our amazing young people, who passed away in December, are planning a series of fundraising events as a tribute to him. We're very grateful to his girlfriend, Poppy, for explaining why this is so important to them https://ow.ly/nYvS50Yp0OW
🌟 @britishlivertrust.bsky.social is now PIF TICK re-certified.
This means its health information is:
- Evidence-based
- Up-to-date
- Easy to use and understand
The PIF TICK is the only independently assessed trust mark for health information.
See the full list here: piftick.org.uk/health-topics/
With the weather improving and the days getting longer, why not take on a fundraising run! We have places available in the Great North Run and the Great South Run. For more information, visit https://ow.ly/ufXK50YoIK3
When Rachael started experiencing fatigue her GP said it was her ‘moods’. However, tests revealed an issue with her liver and after a third was removed during surgery, Rachael was diagnosed with Caroli Disease, an extremely rare condition.
https://ow.ly/z6HG50YmYvI
#RareDiseaseDay #NoOneLeftBehind
When Danny was a teenager he was diagnosed with Wilson’s disease, a rare liver condition.
This #RareDiseaseDay, he is bravely sharing his story to raise awareness of lesser-known liver diseases. Watch Danny’s full story and learn more about our #NoOneLeftBehind campaign:
https://ow.ly/oVx850YmYhn
"When I was diagnosed with PBC I felt so alone... The British Liver Trust’s patient information, patient stories and support groups have put me in a place of safety and helped me feel supported."
Lisa shares her story. Full video: https://ow.ly/Bjmf50YmXJt
#RareDiseaseDay #NoOneLeftBehind
On #RareDiseaseDay a big thank you to Rachel for sharing how her son's liver condition has impacted her and her family https://ow.ly/MOHp50YmYFl #NoOneLeftBehind
On #RareDiseaseDay we are so grateful to Harrison, his big sister Thea and his mum Kirsty for sharing exactly what it means to live with a condition that so few people really understand.
Watch Harrison's full video, and find out more about our #NoOneLeftBehind campaign: https://ow.ly/8OeO50YmYGF
There are hundreds of different liver conditions. Many are rare, lifelong diseases. Today, on #RareDiseaseDay, we're launching #NoOneLeftBehind, a campaign shining a spotlight on lesser-known liver conditions that are too often under-recognised and misunderstood.
More: https://ow.ly/5xNy50YmT5o
It's just two weeks til Big Yellow Friday! If you've not yet managed to have a word with school, nursery or the gym don't panic - everything you need is here!https://ow.ly/oZAl50YlTJg If you need any help or have any questions, just email fundraising@childliverdisease.org.
Not got your place on our Yorkshire Three Peaks trek yet? Make sure you book soon - there's a £20 discount on bookings made before the end of February (use code SPECIAL20).
Our Snowdon trek last year was so much fun, we really hope that you can join us!
Get your place: https://ow.ly/aQAU50Ymjnz
On #HelplinesAwarenessDay please join us in thanking the amazing nurses who staff our helpline and support so many people every year!
Find out more: https://ow.ly/YONc50Ykb8Y
A big thank you to Francesca, now a busy mum of two, for sharing her story in order to give hope to other families https://ow.ly/JCah50YhuUu
Please join us in a huge thank you and well done to everyone at HKA Glasgow who took part in the Winter Warmer run earlier this month, in support of their colleague Lisa.
Together they raised over £2,100 towards our work! Thank you team!❤️
Join us for our Yorkshire Three Peaks Trek this summer. A great chance to meet other charity supporters and raise money for an important cause.
Book your place before the end of February using the discount code SPECIAL20 for £20 off the registration fee!
Book here: https://ow.ly/hhZk50YiHSz
Sign up to our newsletter and keep in touch with the latest updates and news about our work, as well as research developments in liver disease and liver cancer and informative and thought-provoking patient stories.
https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/how-you-can-help/register-today/
Lisa became jaundiced while waiting for a liver transplant and found the shocking reaction of some people extremely hurtful. Lisa's husband Justin said: “People would stare at Lisa and take pictures. It was very depressing.” #Randomactsofkindnessday
https://ow.ly/nfYK50Yh6lW
As her son, Oliver, celebrates 15 years since his transplant this year, Gemma tells why raising awareness of childhood liver disease is so important to her https://ow.ly/Xmr550YgACA
Welly walk or Wear Yellow Day? If you haven't decided what you're doing for Big Yellow Friday, on March 13, we have some foolproof ideas here! https://ow.ly/PTVr50YcnRf
Best of luck to Stephanie who's taking part in the Supernova Kelpies 5K next month. She explains here https://ow.ly/3WKH50YcllR why raising awareness of liver health is so important to her why raising awareness of liver health is so important to her
It was great to be at Parliament today for the AGM of our All-Party Parliamentary Group on #LiverDisease and #LiverCancer.
We're making sure that #LiverHealth remains high on the political agenda.
February is Gall Bladder and Bile Duct Cancer Awareness Month. While the cause of most cases of bile duct cancer is unknown, being diagnosed with a liver disease, being overweight or diabetic may increase the risk.
https://ow.ly/BNll50YcTUQ
February is #PayrollGivingMonth. Payroll Giving a convenient and tax-effective way to make a regular donation to a cause you care about. It costs you less but makes an even bigger impact!
Ask your employer if they offer Payroll giving today.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/JU0o50YbI6m
Even a tough challenge feels that bit easier when you're part of an enthusiastic group, as Abdul discovered when he decided to put his Best Foot Forward last year https://ow.ly/1Sb850Y8Smt
Are you a runner looking for your next challenge? There's still time to join #TeamLiver for the London Landmarks Half Marathon, and we have places available!
The deadline is Tuesday 10th February so make sure you register your interest today: https://ow.ly/gX3f50YacIR
Today is #TimeToTalkDay - a great reminder of how important to have somebody to talk to, especially if you are concerned about your health.
The expert nurses on our free helpline are here for you. We also offer support groups and an online community.
More: https://ow.ly/GLlp50Y9jsX
“Although I had always known that Budd Chiari causes cirrhosis and has a risk of cancer, the diagnosis still knocked me sideways. How could I possibly have cancer? I wasn’t even 40.”
https://ow.ly/8XOE50Y9iEb
#worldcancerday
Leo, one of our amazing young people, agreed to his liver transplant being filmed for ‘Surgeon’s: A Matter of Life and Death’, which you can see on Channel 5 tonight at 9pm. Leo speaks honestly about his transplant and other health issues in our latest podcast https://ow.ly/KNU050Y85OQ .
We welcome the new National Cancer Plan, and are delighted that our advocacy for liver cancer patients has been listened to.
We will continue to work with the Government, and our partners in @lesssurvivable.bsky.social to ensure that the voices of patients are heard: https://ow.ly/jzSV50Y8HEn
Getting your school involved in Big Yellow Friday on March 13 is a great way to raise funds and awareness for children with liver disease. And it's so easy to join in! Download everything you need here https://ow.ly/9O5w50Y867z or email fundraising@childliverdisease.org
