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13/04/2026

LiverWELL HEPChat eNews: New Regional HepLink Outreach Program | Viral Hepatitis Roundtable | Register now for HEPReady! - https://mailchi.mp/liverwell/december-10343329

26/03/2026

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17/03/2026

Liverwell will be hosting an information stall at the Taste of Indo-Asia event in Shepparton on the 28th of March.

This event is a wonderful opportunity to come together, celebrate the diverse Shepparton community, and enjoy a welcoming day of connection. We’ll be there with a stall sharing friendly, easy‑to‑understand information about viral hepatitis and liver health, along with interactive activities for everyone to enjoy.

We will be:
- Educating the community about hepatitis B, hepatitis C and positive liver health
- Giving out resources and merch
- Playing our spinning wheel and/or dart board game!

Date/Time: Saturday, 28 March 2026, 10am – 5pm
Location: The McIntosh Centre, Shepparton

Our participation in this community outreach event is proudly supported by HepLink. www.heplink.au

08/03/2026

LiverWELL attended the Point Cook Multicultural Lunar Festival on Sunday, 1 March 2026, where we connected with the community and raised awareness about viral hepatitis and liver health.

With thousands attending this vibrant celebration, we shared multilingual resources, spoke with people from many cultural backgrounds, and encouraged prevention and testing to support better liver health across Victoria.

Find us at upcoming events: https://liverwell.org.au/get-involved/upcoming-events/

07/03/2026

Did you know that 74% of Australia's healthcare workforce is made up of women? This International Women's Day, 8 March 2026, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude to the incredible women who keep our communities (and livers!) healthy.

It is also a reminder of their crucial role in treating hepatitis and liver disease. Hepatitis affects thousands of people across the country, and women in healthcare, particularly those in integrated hepatitis roles, are at the forefront of educating and providing care to those affected.

Their dedication is key to improving prevention, treatment, and working towards our goal of eliminating hepatitis by 2030.

For more information about how to support International Women’s Day, visit: https://www.internationalwomensday.com/

24/02/2026

The Hepatitis B Visa and Migration FAQ is now available as a downloadable PDF in English, Arabic, Khmer, Vietnamese, and Simplified Chinese. This resource provides clear, accessible information about visa health requirements related to hepatitis B, helping individuals and families navigate the often stressful process of visa health assessments.

Developed as a collaboration between Hepatitis Australia and LiverWELL, the PDF resource consolidates expert guidance and practical information into a format that can be easily understood and shared.

The resource addresses common concerns, including the mandatory health assessments by the Department of Home Affairs, and aims to reduce fear and uncertainty by providing reliable, evidence-based information.

Download now: https://liverwell.org.au/22358-2/

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22/02/2026

LiverWELL welcomes the WHO Executive Board’s draft resolution recognising steatotic liver disease (including MASLD) as a critical component of the global NCD agenda.

MASLD is a metabolic liver condition affecting 1 in 3 Australians and is closely connected to rising rates of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and liver and other cancers.

This proposed resolution is an important step toward integrating liver health into national prevention, early detection, and equitable care.

We’re proud to continue driving national action through the MASLD Action Network and to work alongside government, clinicians, researchers, and communities to make liver health a public health priority in Australia.

Read more about the WHO resolution and why it matters: https://liverwell.org.au/liverwell-welcomes-who-draft-resolution/

20/02/2026

LiverWELL and St Vincent's Hospital have collaborated to bring you a custom HEPReady Essentials workshop, which integrates community healthcare knowledge and a clinical perspective into viral hepatitis. The workshop focuses on essential factors of viral hepatitis, as well as how to best care for clients living with viral hepatitis. There will also be an opportunity to hear from someone who has lived experience of viral hepatitis.

We invite you to be a part of the change.

Date: Friday 27 February 2026
Time: 10am to 12:30 pm
Location: Via Zoom.

Register: https://liverwell.org.au/services/workforce-training/hepreadyessentials/

20/02/2026

LiverWELL recently partnered with the Chinese Cancer and Chronic Illness Society to deliver our Elevating Community Insights Workshops at their centre in Box Hill.

With thanks to Dorothy Yiu OAM and the Society for their generous support and collaboration, 10 community members joined us across two sessions for the Mandarin and Cantonese communities.

Our Health Promotion Officers shared key hepatitis B information, from testing and vaccination to treatment options and tackling stigma, while exploring the World Health Organization global goals to eliminate viral hepatitis. Through resource reviews and Wish Balloons, participants shared ideas to strengthen community support for people living with or at risk of hepatitis B.

We look forward to continuing this work with at risk communities to help eliminate hepatitis and reduce stigma.

Read more about the session: https://liverwell.org.au/elevating-community-insights/

14/02/2026

Showing our livers some love this Valentines Day!

It’s that special, romantic time of year again! Chocolates, candy hearts… and maybe a couple of drinks. But while you might be busy showing that special someone some love, don’t forget to show your liver some love too.

There are a lot of ways you can make this Valentines Day liver approved. Try switching to sugar free dark chocolate for something a little lighter. Instead of champagne, try herbal tea with berries and rose petals. Even if you do decide to indulge, an after-dinner walk is a fantastic option for both digestion and stress reduction.

A little balance goes a long way this Valentine’s Day!

04/02/2026

4 February 2026 is World Cancer Day, a reminder to come together and take action against cancer. This year’s theme, United by Unique, recognises that behind every cancer diagnosis is a human story of resilience, grief, hope, and healing.

Liver cancer is one of the fastest growing causes of cancer death in Australia, yet around 65% of liver cancer deaths are potentially preventable.

Untreated hepatitis B and C, and steatotic liver disease (fatty liver disease), are major risk factors. With awareness, simple lifestyle changes, regular testing, and early treatment, we can change this.

If you are worried about your liver health or think you may be at risk, talk to your doctor and get tested. Early treatment can significantly reduce your risk of liver cancer.

Learn more about liver cancer, risk factors, symptoms, and prevention:
https://liverwell.org.au/liver-conditions/liver-cancer/

Learn more about World Cancer Day 2026: https://www.worldcancerday.org/

30/01/2026

“The liver is the body’s chemical factory; it gets rid of all the bad chemicals in our body and makes almost all of the good ones essential for life”. Dr Paul Gow, Gastroenterologist

Your liver is the powerhouse of your body – processing almost everything you eat and drink. It cleans your blood and helps with energy and digestion, fights infection, and gets rid of harmful toxins.

A healthy liver performs over 500 vital functions for our over-all health. Which means that if you take care of your liver it will take care of you!

Learn more about how you can improve your liver health via our website: https://liverwell.org.au/