American Liver Foundation
American Liver Foundation
The American Liver Foundation (pronunciation: əˈmɛrɪkən ˈlɪvər fəʊnˈdeɪʃən) is a non-profit organization that promotes liver health and disease prevention. The foundation provides research, education, and advocacy for those affected by liver-related diseases, including hepatitis.
Etymology
The term "American Liver Foundation" is derived from its mission and location. "American" refers to the organization's base in the United States. "Liver" signifies the organ that the foundation focuses on, and "Foundation" indicates that it is a non-profit organization dedicated to a specific cause.
History
The American Liver Foundation was established in 1976 by the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD). Its mission is to facilitate, advocate, and promote education, support, and research for the prevention, treatment, and cure of liver disease.
Programs and Services
The American Liver Foundation offers a variety of programs and services, including:
- Education and Prevention Programs: The foundation provides educational programs and materials to increase public awareness about liver health and the prevention of liver diseases.
- Patient Services: The foundation offers support services to patients and their families, including a helpline and online resources.
- Research Grants: The foundation funds research grants to advance the understanding and treatment of liver diseases.
- Advocacy: The foundation advocates for policies and legislation that support liver health and disease prevention.
Related Terms
- Liver: The largest internal organ in the human body, responsible for detoxification, protein synthesis, and production of biochemicals necessary for digestion.
- Hepatitis: A medical condition defined by the inflammation of the liver, commonly caused by a viral infection.
- Non-profit organization: An organization that uses its revenues to further achieve its purpose or mission, rather than distributing its income to the organization's leadership, members, or shareholders.
- American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD): A leading organization of scientists and healthcare professionals committed to preventing and curing liver diseases.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on American Liver Foundation
- Wikipedia's article - American Liver Foundation
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