“It is essential to keep the liver healthy as it has got more than 500 different types of functions and when the liver is diseased, the quality of life significantly deteriorates. Interestingly, most of the liver diseases prevalent today are preventable and it is important to create awareness about keeping the liver healthy and that treatment options are available,” Dr. Vivekanandan, Head of Liver Transplant, Kovai Medical Center and Hospital (KMCH), said.

KMCH is observing World Liver Day. World Liver Day is observed on April 19. A press release from this hospital stated that this hospital is organising liver screening medical camps from April 18 – 30 at the hospital that is located on Avanashi Road.

At the camps patients can undergo tests like blood test to check the functioning of liver (LFT), Hepatitis B and C tests and MRI liver scan for a discounted price. Free consultation is also offered by liver specialists. This medical camp is functional on all days except on Sundays. Working hours of the camp is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.