It's just two weeks until we head to Sheffield for the British Transplant Games and we're looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible. It's our first outing as Liver UK so we're very excited! Comment below if you're planning to be there and we'll look out for you 😊

We welcome the publication of NHS England’s new Cardiovascular Disease Modern Service Framework. It's a significant step forward in recognising the links between liver, heart, kidney and metabolic health. Read more in our blog: https://ow.ly/R8GM50Zrr6j

Lucy was very unwell after being diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis aged just 19 – it took 3 years to find a medication that worked. She also struggled emotionally and was angry at her body for taking away the life she had imagined for herself. https://ow.ly/tu0b50ZqP7E

A big thank you to everyone at Pirehill First School who raised £1200 last week as they celebrated the end of term with their very own Colour Run. Here's why https://ow.ly/9SfC50Zq4V2

Earlier this week we were at Parliament, speaking to MPs about the impact of liver disease in their constituencies. Thank you to all of the MPs who came along to speak with us. Read more: https://ow.ly/f96w50ZoP1v

We're really pleased to be at Parliament today, we're speaking with MPs about our campaigns, including our calls to make sure that liver disease is diagnosed early, with measures in place in every health body across the UK.

Do you live in Dorset, Hampshire or the Isle of Wight and would you be happy to share your experience of liver disease with the media to help raise awareness of the launch of Liver UK and the support we offer to people affected by liver disease? Please message us if you can help.

We're proud to introduce Liver UK – the new name the British Liver Trust and Children's Liver Disease Foundation. We're here to unite the liver community so that everyone, of all ages, gets the care, support and hope they need. More: liveruk.org/a-new-chapte...

If you or a loved one have been infected or affected by contaminated blood, The Infected Blood Psychological Service (IBPS) is offering free and confidential support to anyone living in England. https://ow.ly/asl050Zm2Vx

A new procedure that pumps oxygenated blood through a liver before being removed from the donor could lead to hundreds more liver transplants being carried out. https://ow.ly/i3Tk50ZlGSC

October will be #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth, and we are once again asking local landmarks to illuminate green to raise awareness of liver cancer. Don't forget to get in touch with your local landmark, council, or employer to ask them to join in! Find out more: https://ow.ly/MBzs50ZjhLj

We still have places available for the Great South Run in Portsmouth on the 18th October. Don't miss out! Get in touch to get your place: https://ow.ly/AnzP50ZhEi7

On Wednesday 15th July we're hosting an event at Parliament and we need your help. Please email your MP & ask them to attend. We'll be speaking to MPs about the impact of liver disease in their specific constituency. Template email: https://ow.ly/Xwep50ZhCe4

Happy Fathers' Day to all you dads - we hope you get spoiled today. And we're delighted to share the story of how Eloise's daddy really did go the extra mile! https://ow.ly/zT0n50ZbRu1

Join us in congratulating Irene Clarke who has been awarded the British Empire Medal in the King's Birthday Honours for her services to fundraising and to the local community. We're delighted to see her recognised in this way. Well done Irene!👏 👏

Are you post-menopausal with MASLD and able to travel regularly to London? Researchers from Imperial College London are seeking patient volunteers for a treatment which could potentially improve liver health, metabolism, bone strength and mood. https://ow.ly/eLFX50ZbM9u

When Matt, who has biliary atresia, underwent Kasai surgery as a baby, his parents were warned that his chances of survival were slim. That was 35 years ago! Matt now leads a busy life and has some words of advice for young people growing up with a liver condition https://ow.ly/pCvZ50Z8Srb

Sharan sadly lost her dad to fatty liver disease. On #GlobalFattyLiverDay she shares her family's story, as well as wise words about the supplements you sometimes see advertised online.

Today is Global Fatty Liver Day. Find out more about fatty liver disease (also known as MASLD) by visiting https://ow.ly/11R150ZalA6 to: • Download our publications • Test your knowledge with our quiz: https://ow.ly/OAkZ50ZalA7 • Hear from people living with fatty liver disease

Are you - or do you know - a young adult with liver disease, who would like to chat to others in the same situation? Our 18-24 support group meets tomorrow, June 11, at 6pm and we'd love to see you there. To find out more, or for your link to join email ali.davies@britishlivertrust.org.uk

If you have recently been diagnosed with liver disease or liver cancer, or care for someone who has, join us for a free online talk. Learn more about liver disease, symptoms & where to find reliable information and support. Tues 16/6- 11am to 12pm. Register: email outreach@britishlivertrust.org.uk

Whilst liver disease symptoms in children vary, many parents will agree it can lead to a significant lack of sleep - in children and parents alike! We've put together some information and guidance we hope will help https://ow.ly/tomH50Z8QPl

We're delighted to confirm that odevixibat will continue to be available as a treatment for PFIC in Scotland. Thank you to everyone who played their part in securing this. More here https://ow.ly/m7jn50Z8Icu

A huge thank you to everyone who took part in Big Yellow Friday on March 13! You raised a fantastic £20K to support young people and families around the UK affected by childhood liver disease 🎉🎉https://ow.ly/g47050Z78hs

A big thank you to the Rick Stein restaurant in Winchester - their recent charity menu raised over £1000 to support our work! Thank you!

This #VolunteersWeek, a big thank you to all of you who, like Rosie's mum Katie, have taken the time to share your experiences to help others https://ow.ly/HEhK50Z77YT .You're helping us to make a real difference 🙏

This week is #VolunteersWeek and we want to say a HUGE thank you to all the amazing people who so generously give their time to support our work. Our volunteers help in countless ways. We couldn't do everything that we do without you - thank you so much!

Huge thanks and well done to all of our fantastic runners in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival last weekend - between them they raised over £13,300 to support our work! Amazing!

Join us in congratulating Alice, who has biliary atresia and raised over £2,900 by running the London Marathon. She was following in the footsteps of her mum, Jess, who first ran the marathon for us 15 years ago!👏👏https://ow.ly/qEvJ50Z4f0w

Looking for a challenge this autumn? We've got places available in both the Great North Run and the Great South Run. Join #TeamLiver and run for a great cause! ⬆️ Great North Run - Newcastle, Sunday 13th September ⬇️Great South Run - Portsmouth, Sunday 18th October More: https://ow.ly/kRXV50Z4LVQ