Reduce your risk
for liver disease.
Get tested or vaccinated for hepatitis
Viral hepatitis (HAV, HBV, and HCV) is inflammation of the liver, and HBV and HCV can lead to chronic infection and more serious liver diseases. Luckily, there are vaccinations for HAV and HBV. If you are high-risk for HCV, get tested; high-risk populations for HCV include Baby Boomers, veterans, and healthcare workers who are exposed to blood.
Alcohol and medication
Alcohol and medications can damage your liver if overused or misused. Limit your alcohol consumption, and be sure to follow the instructions on any medications you take.
Maintain a healthy lifestyle
Eat a healthy, balanced diet (lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts and seeds, and lean meats like fish; little to no red meat, processed foods, and alcohol) and incorporate regular physical activity into your lifestyle.
The Healthy Lifestyle Center in Muncie is a free community resource that provides a number of services and programs, including nutrition and physical activity support.
