Reducing the growing burden of liver disease and its social and economic impact in APAC
We raise awareness of the burden of liver diseases in the APAC region
We highlight the value that better liver disease prevention and control can bring to the APAC region.
We are advocates calling for better response and commitment
We push for political commitment in APAC to facilitate sustainable access for patients for liver disease care.
We provide evidence based guidance to policy makers
We positively improve equitable access and better liver health outcomes in APAC.
Almost two-thirds of global deaths due to liver disease occurred in the Asia-Pacific region*
HCC 3rd leading cause of cancer deaths
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the third leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide, with an increasing mortality rate in many countries.
*Liver diseases in the Asia-Pacific region: a Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology Commission
Cirrhosis is mainly caused by HBV, HCV, alcohol consumption and NAFLD. HBV: hepatitis B virus, HCV: hepatitis C virus, NAFLD: non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
APAC Liver Disease Deaths, Globally
Causes of liver-related deaths in Asia-Pacific
Making it a Priority for Decision-Makers
Liver disease should be a priority for decision-makers in health systems in the APAC region.
APAC Liver Disease Alliance
A platform that looks at the entire continuum of liver diseases.
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An official, neutral platform for policy discussions and campaigns on liver diseases and health.
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Leads more coordinated and coherent advocacy activities.
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Demonstrates the true burden of liver diseases as well as the true costs for the patients, providers, healthcare systems, governments and economies.
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Maximises impact through multilateral alliance engagements and speaking with one collective voice.
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Generates evidence that supports policy-making and implementation.
Campaign for better liver care.
Promote knowledge, research
and international collaboration.
Join us in reducing the burden of liver diseases in the Asia-Pacific region.