Lately, you may have heard the term “inflammation” being tossed around a bit and thought, “With so much to obsess about these days, should I even care about it?” Simply put, inflammation happens when the body’s cells—your liver cells for example—are attacked by a disease-causing virus or substances. The damaged cells then release chemicals that cause blood vessels to leak fluid into nearby tissues causing swelling.  About 90% of primary liver cancer cases are caused by inflammation due to the hepatitis virus or toxins from alcohols and drugs. So, notin

The Al D. Rodriguez Liver Foundation (ADRLF) has been raising public awareness about the potentially life-threatening and often silent association between chronic viral hepatitis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) -- the most common cause of liver cancer. Advocating for hepatitis screening, prevention, and treatment has been ADRLF's mission since 2008. In providing timely information and healthful resources, while also collaborating with partners to sponsor special events and clinics offering free testings, vaccinations, and educational workshops -- particularly to engage at-risk and under-served communities -- ADRLF's support has funded and produced initiatives to counter liver disease, as well as reduce its risk, while promoting healthy lifestyles, mindful practices, and liver wellness.