A South Korean court has ruled that a spouse cannot be compelled to donate an organ, even in life-or-death circumstances, after a man sued his wife for “malicious abandonment” when she refused to donate part of her liver. Judges cited coercion and verbal abuse, reaffirming bodily autonomy as paramount. The case has sparked widespread debate on social media, raising difficult questions about consent, marriage, and where love ends and obligation begins.


South Korean man sues wife for refusing liver donation; court backs wife's bodily autonomy 

TV actress Dipika Kakar has been diagnosed with liver tumour. Her husband and actor Shoaib Ibrahim recently shared the health update in his latest vlog.

Sasural Simar Ka actress Dipika Kakar diagnosed with 'tennis-ball sized' liver tumour, husband Shoaib Ibrahim shares health update

Experts warn of a silent health crisis as fatty liver disease increasingly affects younger populations in India. Doctors link the rise to sedentary lifestyles, fast food consumption, and lack of awareness. A major health reset may be the only cure.

Silent liver disease rising among youth due to poor diet and lifestyle

Each year, on April 19, World Liver Day is observed to raise awareness about this essential organ, its importance, better health, diseases, and more.

World Liver Day: Mindful eating, less stress, move more — a doctor’s guide to maintain liver health

The liver is a vital organ responsible for detoxifying the body, metabolizing nutrients, and filtering toxins. Here are the top 6 superfoods that can help detox your liver.


Top 6 superfoods that actually detox your liver

One in eight people diagnosed with dementia may actually have liver disease, a study published in the American Journal of Medicine stated. The cognitive symptoms of dementia are similar to those caused by Hepatic Encephalopathy (HE), a condition caused by liver cirrhosis.

One in 8 dementia cases 'may have liver disease instead'

Currently more than 55 million people have dimentia, worldwide over 60% of whom live in low and middle income countries. Dimentia is caused by damage to nerve cells.

Link between bad Liver and Vascular Dimentia, study on US veterans

One of the most reliable medications for easing pain is paracetamol. These tablets provide hassle-free, immediate relief that has been shown to be effective for decades.

Study shows how paracetamol, a common painkiller, may affect the liver

A successfully conducted experiment is providing hope to medics that one day pigs might just aid people in case of liver failures, a first-of-its-kind breakthrough if achieved.

Can pig livers help humans with liver failure? THIS experiment raises hopes for animal-to-human transplants

Hepatitis, a condition characterised by liver inflammation, can stem from various factors, including viral infections (hepatitis A, E, B, and C) and alcohol consumption.

World Hepatitis Day 2023: Diet & lifestyle modifications to nurture liver health & combat NAFLD

Reports say the UK has detected severe cases of hepatitis among children including in the US and Europe. Ireland and Spain have also reported acute hepatitis cases in children, the World Health Organisation(WHO) said.

US, Europe, UK report severe cases of hepatitis among children

Herbal and dietary supplements are causing liver damage. In Australia, several people had to get a liver transplant after consuming supplements. Palki Sharma says it's time to bid goodbye to protein powders, omega-3 pills, and health drinks.

Gravitas: Herbal, dietary health supplements cause liver damage

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