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    A new free online toolkit aims to boost nurses' awareness of liver disease. This resource provides essential information to help healthcare professionals better support patients with this preventable condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Hepatology
    • Medical Education
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Liver disease poses a significant and growing public health concern in the UK.
    • A notable increase in mortality rates from preventable liver conditions has been observed.
    • There is a recognized need to enhance healthcare professionals' knowledge and support capabilities regarding liver disease.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce a free online toolkit designed for nurses.
    • To improve nurses' understanding of liver disease and its management.
    • To equip nurses with resources for effective patient support.

    Main Methods:

    • Development and launch of a freely accessible online toolkit.
    • Content focuses on liver disease awareness and patient support strategies.
    • Toolkit designed to be a readily available information resource for nurses.

    Main Results:

    • A new educational resource is now available to nurses.
    • The toolkit addresses the need for increased awareness of liver disease.
    • It provides practical information to aid nurses in patient care.

    Conclusions:

    • The online toolkit represents a proactive step in addressing liver disease education for nurses.
    • It aims to contribute to better patient outcomes by empowering nurses with knowledge.
    • The resource supports efforts to combat a largely preventable cause of death.