Liver News on July 7 2013

Scientists create human liver from stem cells The Borneo Post LONDON: Scientists have for the first time created a functional human liver from stem cells derived from skin and blood and say their success points to a future where much-needed livers and other transplant organs could be made in a laboratory. While ... See all stories on this topic »

Organ donation: the gift of life South Cotswolds Gazette "On the Thursday, I was told my liver was failing and I was one of three people in the country classed as 'super urgent' on the transplant waiting list. On the Saturday afternoon, I had my new liver." Only afterwards did everything really sink in. "It ... See all stories on this topic »

'BB15' spoilers: America's choice for Have-Nots, more photos from live feeds Examiner.com Elissa, Helen, Andy and Candice will have liver and lima beans available for their dining pleasure this week. View slideshow: 'BB15' spoilers: America's choice for Have-Nots, more photos from live feeds. After the "Big Brother 15" houseguests found out ... See all stories on this topic »

'Take whatever organs you want of my dead son if they can save others' Bangalore Mirror Even in his profound grief, Dr Gunapal P L, a senior ayurveda doctor, willingly donated his son's kidneys, heart valves, liver and corneas – a heart-wrenching moment that moved the hospital staff as well as the coordinators of Zonal Coordination ... See all stories on this topic »

8 facts about gallstones Jamaica Observer Bile is a fluid made in the liver. It contains waste products like cholesterol and substances that help to digest fat. It is stored in a sac under the liver, the gallbladder, waiting to be released after meals. Gallstones are formed when the substances ... See all stories on this topic »