Indians are mostly affected by many lifestyle-related diseases, such as Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). 

NAFLD affects people who drink little to no alcohol due to the buildup of extra fat in the liver cells. A person has a simple fat buildup called NAFL when there is no inflammation or cell damage present, while a person has NASH when there is inflammation or cell damage in addition to the simple fat buildup, which may lead to difficulties in the future. Even while NASH can have major health consequences, those who have it frequently experience few or no symptoms, leading to progressive inflammation and swelling and the production of scar tissue over time.

The National Program for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Stroke (NPCDCS) was established by the Global Liver Institute to stop liver fibrosis (NAFLD) and to take proactive preventative actions against this threat.

A National Level Centre of Excellence has been established to create standards for diagnosis, raise public awareness, educate healthcare workers, and create a framework for monitoring and assessment. A liver biopsy is necessary in severe instances, but basic blood tests and radiologic examinations can screen for NAFLD.

The NPCDCS has started a media campaign to raise awareness of NCDs across the country using a variety of offline and online media platforms. Recently, patient monitoring and adherence to preventive and treatment measures have been made easier for patients by introducing patient support groups and patient awareness initiatives like LivAlert.

(Source:https://health.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/step-up-for-nash-livalert-to-confront-the-silent-threat-of-liver-diseases/100830633)