- The World liver day is being observed on 19 April every year. It aims to spread awareness about the 2nd largest organ in the body.
- The theme for this year is 'Love Your Liver and Live Longer’.
- Liver diseases can be caused by hepatitis A, B, C, alcohol, and drugs. Viral Hepatitis occurs due to the consumption of contaminated food and water, unsafe sexual practices and drug abuse.
- If it is not treated on time, these can lead to Liver Cirrhosis and Liver Cancer.
- According to WHO, liver diseases are the 10th most common cause of death in India.
Published On : 19 Apr 2019
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