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Liver Diseases

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health-and-wellness1 year ago

"World Liver Day 2024: Superfoods, Warning Signs, and Homemade Drinks for Liver Health"

World Liver Day is observed annually on April 19th to raise awareness about liver-related diseases and the importance of liver health. Certain superfoods such as garlic, turmeric, green tea, beetroot, cruciferous vegetables, walnuts, berries, fatty fish, avocado, and ginger can play a significant role in supporting liver function and protecting against liver diseases. These superfoods provide nutrients and antioxidants that promote overall liver health and can be incorporated into a balanced diet to support liver health. It's important to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized dietary advice, especially if you have pre-existing liver conditions.

health-and-pharmaceuticals1 year ago

Gilead Sciences Acquires CymaBay Therapeutics for $4.3 Billion

Gilead Sciences has announced the acquisition of CymaBay Therapeutics for $4.3 billion, adding seladelpar, an investigational treatment for primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), to its liver portfolio. Seladelpar, with FDA priority review and anticipated U.S. approval in the third quarter of 2024, has shown promising results in Phase 3 trials, offering a potential treatment for PBC, a rare liver disease. The acquisition aligns with Gilead's commitment to addressing unmet needs in liver diseases and is expected to enhance its revenue growth upon FDA approval of seladelpar.