STAR Hospitals, Nanakramguda, launched the Liver Health Initiative on Friday under the STAR Liver Institute, marking World Liver Day 2025.

The event was held in STAR Hospitals, Nanakramguda and was attended by healthcare professionals, patients, and community members. The initiative introduces four specialized liver clinics aimed at early detection, prevention, and expert management of liver diseases, with a focus on Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and viral hepatitis.

STAR Hospitals is a comprehensive center for advanced liver disease management, offering integrated services ranging from early screening to complex liver transplants.

The event highlights the growing importance of liver health as a critical public health concern in India. The newly launched clinics are designed to provide focused care for individuals at risk of liver disease and empower them with tools for improved health outcomes. The four newly established clinics are Second Opinion Clinic for Liver Transplant, Fatty Liver Clinic, Viral Hepatitis Management Clinic and Preventive Hepatology Clinic.

NAFLD has emerged as one of the most common liver problems in India, affecting nearly 35% of the population and up to 88% of individuals with diabetes. A concerning aspect of this condition is that 7–20% of NAFLD cases occur in people with a normal BMI, particularly among Asian populations. This condition is referred to as Lean NASH (Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis), which can progress to liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and even liver failure if left untreated. The STAR Liver Institute aims to provide early intervention for these patients, focusing on prevention through lifestyle changes and timely medical care.

Dr. G Srinivas, Senior Hepatologist at STAR Hospitals, commented, ‘NAFLD is largely silent in its early stages but completely preventable with the right lifestyle changes. It is closely linked to obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. By offering a focused clinic, we can intervene early and help patients reclaim their liver health before irreversible damage sets in.’