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Keep up to date with the latest British Liver Trust news and blogs, including our campaigns, fundraising activities, research, health information and achievements, as well as the latest news on liver disease or cancer treatment, care and support.

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Potential for hundreds more liver transplants after NICE recommends new life-saving liver procedure for NHS use 

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8th July 2026

The British Liver Trust welcomes the news that hundreds more liver transplants could be carried out after …

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New hope for people living with MASH as two treatments receive MHRA approval

6th July 2026

People living with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) have received encouraging news, with the UK medicines regulator approving …

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New Lancet Commission Highlights the Vital Role of Primary Care in Tackling Liver Disease

2nd July 2026

A major new Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology Commission, published today, has shone a spotlight on the crucial …

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Free and confidential support service for people affected by contaminated blood

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1st July 2026

The Infected Blood Psychological Service (IBPS) is offering free and confidential support to anyone living in England …

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British Liver Trust welcomes launch of the world’s first WHO Collaborating Centre dedicated to liver disease

24th June 2026

The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe, Imperial College London and the European Association for …

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1,000ft-high wing walk is a breeze for thrill-seeker Tracy

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23rd June 2026

Being strapped to the top of a plane and flying at 120mph at 1,000ft isn’t what most …

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Top tips to stay safe during extreme summer temperatures

22nd June 2026

The Met Office has issued an amber extreme heat warning for southern and eastern England and south …

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The British Liver Trust congratulates Chairman Sir Alastair King DL on knighthood

14th June 2026

The British Liver Trust is delighted to congratulate its Chairman, Sir Alastair King DL, on being named …

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New report finds consumers left in the dark by failing alcohol labels

12th June 2026

As part of the Alcohol Health Alliance, the British Liver Trust has supported the launch of a …

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New treatment approved by NICE offers hope for people living with primary biliary cholangitis 

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10th June 2026

Thousands of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) patients could benefit from new medication that may help reduce one …

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