Nearly 42% of U.S. adults had fatty liver disease by 2018, highest among Hispanics, study finds.

Nearly 42% of U.S. adults had fatty liver disease by 2018, with Hispanic adults facing the highest risk. The disease, linked to obesity and diabetes, mainly manifests as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). Alcohol use and other factors also contribute to rising rates, emphasizing the need for targeted health interventions.

November 13, 2024
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