Mission Statement

The Canadian Liver Foundation is dedicated to reducing the incidence and impact of all liver diseases. The Foundation actively supports education and research into the causes, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of liver disease.

Description

The liver is a resilient, maintenance-free organ that's easy to ignore - until something goes wrong. Because of its wide-ranging responsibilities, the liver often comes under attack by viruses, toxic substances (including alcohol), contaminants and disease. Even when it is under siege however, the liver is very slow to complain. Often, people with liver problems will be completely unaware because they may have few, if any, symptoms. The liver is such a stalwart organ that it will continue working even when two thirds of it has been damaged by scarring (cirrhosis).
While there have been major advances in treating liver diseases, there are no cures. That's why it's important to take steps to prevent liver disease, such as making healthy lifestyle choices and getting immunized against viruses that can cause liver disease.

Address

801 - 3100 Steeles Avenue East
MARKHAM, ON
CA
L3R8T3

Contact Information

Contact Name:Judy Thompson
Email:jthompson@liver.ca
Website:www.liver.ca