Liverwell

06/11/2025

We’re excited to welcome Melanie Carew as LiverWELL’s new CEO, starting 3 December 2025!

Melanie brings extensive leadership experience across health strategy, research, and public affairs. Her previous roles include CEO of the Cooperative Research Centre for Mental Health and Head of Strategy and Public Affairs at the Florey Institute.

She brings a strong commitment to health equity, community engagement, and evidence-based leadership - and we’re excited for the vision and professionalism she brings to LiverWELL’s next chapter.

Read more about Melanie’s experience and vision for LiverWELL via our linktree in our bio.

06/11/2025

We’re excited to welcome Melanie Carew as LiverWELL’s new CEO, starting 3 December 2025!

Melanie brings extensive leadership experience across health strategy, research, and public affairs. Her previous roles include CEO of the Cooperative Research Centre for Mental Health and Head of Strategy and Public Affairs at the Florey Institute.

She brings a strong commitment to health equity, community engagement, and evidence-based leadership - and we’re excited for the vision and professionalism she brings to LiverWELL’s next chapter.

Read more about Melanie’s experience and vision for LiverWELL: https://liverwell.org.au/welcome-to-our-new-ceo-melanie-carew/

22/10/2025

October is Liver Awareness Month, but it is also known as Liver Cancer Awareness Month; a time to recognise the growing impact of liver cancer in Victoria and across Australia.

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

Conditions like untreated hepatitis B and C and Steatotic Liver Disease (also known as fatty liver disease) are major contributors, but this can change with awareness, testing, and treatment.

If you feel you might be at risk of viral hepatitis or liver disease, check in with your GP and get tested so you can receive adequate treatment.

Visit our website to learn about liver cancer, its risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options, as well as how to reduce your risk: https://liverwell.org.au/liver-conditions/liver-cancer/

Learn about liver cancer, its risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options, as well as how to reduce your risk.

22/10/2025

We're hiring!

LiverWELL is looking for a Community Engagement Lead – 0.6 FTE,
based in North Melbourne (hybrid).
$71,285 p.a. (pro rata) + salary packaging benefits | SCHADS Level 5.1

Bring lived experience and community voices to the heart of health promotion.

This role leads the implementation of our Lived Experience Engagement Framework, working closely with diverse communities to ensure people with lived and living experience are genuinely heard, respected, and empowered to shape what we do.

We’re after someone passionate about health equity, skilled in community engagement, and committed to inclusion. Experience working with CALD communities and bilingual skills are highly valued.

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://liverwell.org.au/get-involved/work-with-us/

20/10/2025

We’re hiring!
LiverWELL is looking for a Health Promotion Officer (CALD Communities) – 0.4 FTE, based in North Melbourne (hybrid).

Help lead community outreach and health education that reduces stigma and improves access to care for culturally diverse communities across Victoria.

We’re after someone community-minded, culturally aware, and passionate about health equity. Bilingual skills and lived experience are a big plus.

To learn more and apply, visit: https://liverwell.org.au/get-involved/work-with-us/

16/10/2025

Thank you for spreading the word and for your support! 💜

15/10/2025

October is Liver Awareness Month 2025.

Eating a healthy, balanced diet can be a game-changer for liver health.

Our Eating Well: A LiverWELL Lifestyle Guide is a beautifully illustrated digital book and resource, full of delicious recipes plus hints and tips to help improve liver health.

“One of the most effective ways you can tackle liver disease and protect yourself is quite simple, it’s to eat healthy and delicious food. That’s why I strongly endorse Eating Well: A LiverWELL Lifestyle Guide.” – Dr Alex Hodge, Gastroenterologist.

Learn more: https://liverwell.org.au/your-liver/living-well/eating-well/

Discover dietary tips for maintaining liver health, including recommended foods, nutrients, and eating habits.

10/10/2025

This Liver Awareness Month 2025, we are showing our livers some love by highlighting ways to care for them; but in doing so, we cannot ignore the role stigma and discrimination play in seeking liver-related healthcare especially for people living with viral hepatitis.

A diagnosis of hepatitis can feel isolating and frightening, especially when you are faced with stigma. However, it doesn’t have to be this way.

Our "Be The Change" video features three compelling personal stories that illustrate the impact of stigma on those living with viral hepatitis. By fighting stigma, we can encourage at-risk individuals to seek testing, build a culture of dignity and respect, empower those with hepatitis to pursue treatment and care, and create a more supportive and informed community.

Watch the video and join us in being part of the change: https://youtu.be/Cwn6vAAYbB4

Explore a range of insightful podcasts focused on liver health, treatment options, and wellness tips to support your liver's wellbeing.

08/10/2025

We’re excited to launch our new hepatitis B and hepatitis C information hubs on the LiverWELL website. Developed with expert health writer Nerissa Bentley (The Melbourne Health Writer), these hubs bring together clear, accessible, and reliable information on every aspect of hepatitis B and hepatitis C.

From prevention and testing options through to treatment, visas and migration, and much more, the hubs are a vital resource for both patients and healthcare providers. Whether you’re seeking trustworthy guidance for your own health or supporting others, these hubs make it easier to find the information you need all in one place.

Show your liver some love this Liver Awareness month 2025 by exploring these resources and getting the facts on hepatitis!

Find out more: https://liverwell.org.au/liver-conditions/