http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com Just another WordPress site Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:38:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/tech-update-watch-liver-treatment-at-work/ http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/tech-update-watch-liver-treatment-at-work/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:34:21 +0000 adrlf http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/?p=1020 Researchers  who focused on liver cancer treatment have developed a novel technology to witness chemotherapy as it targets cancerous tumors. With these advanced scanners, physicians can see in real time the treatment process, and evaluate if it is working as expected.  This is truly a remarkable advance. Researchers at John Hopkins University have collaborated with [...]]]> http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/tech-update-watch-liver-treatment-at-work/feed/ 0 http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/artificial-3d-livers-could-replace-animals-in-clinical-drug-testing/ http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/artificial-3d-livers-could-replace-animals-in-clinical-drug-testing/#comments Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:00:02 +0000 adrlf http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/?p=993 In the process of developing of new drugs, scientists have often required the selfless cooperation of our little fury friends – animals. I know what you must be thinking – Isn’t that some form of animal cruelty!?! While no harm is imposed on animal clinical test subjects, experts have nonetheless been trying to devise new [...]]]> http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/artificial-3d-livers-could-replace-animals-in-clinical-drug-testing/feed/ 0 http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/the-al-d-rodriguez-liver-foundation-and-the-william-f-ryan-community-health-network-raise-over-10000-at-karaoke-nights/ http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/the-al-d-rodriguez-liver-foundation-and-the-william-f-ryan-community-health-network-raise-over-10000-at-karaoke-nights/#comments Wed, 05 Jun 2013 14:55:14 +0000 adrlf http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/?p=986 NEW YORK, NY: The Al D. Rodriguez Liver Foundation (ADRLF) hosted another successful event on April 8, 2013, “Karaoke Nights.” Produced in association with the William F. Ryan Community Health Center, the event raised over $10,000 – money that will help support ADRLF’s initiatives in the future. Hosted by television personality and ADRLF board member [...]]]> http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/the-al-d-rodriguez-liver-foundation-and-the-william-f-ryan-community-health-network-raise-over-10000-at-karaoke-nights/feed/ 0 http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/national-hepatitis-awareness-month-adrlf-campaigns-for-adequate-hepatitis-screening/ http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/national-hepatitis-awareness-month-adrlf-campaigns-for-adequate-hepatitis-screening/#comments Fri, 31 May 2013 15:36:26 +0000 adrlf http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/?p=978 For Hepatitis treatment and prevention, AWARENESS is critical. On May 14, ADRLF joined the Latino Commission on AIDS in celebrating National Hispanic Hepatitis Awareness Day in order to promote the importance of hepatitis awareness and testing for all. “We want to show solidarity with an organization dedicated to education about the importance of screening and [...]]]> http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/national-hepatitis-awareness-month-adrlf-campaigns-for-adequate-hepatitis-screening/feed/ 0 http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/common-painkillers-to-prevent-liver-diseases/ http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/common-painkillers-to-prevent-liver-diseases/#comments Tue, 14 May 2013 13:03:52 +0000 adrlf http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/?p=973 Caring for the liver often means taking in pills, including painkillers, health supplements and medications, in moderation. As the body’s organ responsible for processing chemicals, the liver needs adequate rest from the tedious task of breaking down processed food, alcohol, medicines etc. But new studies suggest that common painkillers could prevent hepatitis.  A healthy dose [...]]]> http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/common-painkillers-to-prevent-liver-diseases/feed/ 0 http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/spring-cleaning-for-the-liver/ http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/spring-cleaning-for-the-liver/#comments Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:23:10 +0000 adrlf http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/?p=967 Why Do We Love Spring? Spring brings beautiful chromatic flowers that line our streets.  Spring has a magical mixture of warmth with a cool breeze that creates the perfect outdoor environment. Spring has an inviting vibe that inspires us to renew ourselves. And what better way to initiate renewal than a spring liver cleanse? Cleansing [...]]]> http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/news/spring-cleaning-for-the-liver/feed/ 0 http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/sweetie-drag-performing-and-supporting-liver-health-on-adrlf-karaoke-benefit/ http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/sweetie-drag-performing-and-supporting-liver-health-on-adrlf-karaoke-benefit/#comments Fri, 05 Apr 2013 18:25:32 +0000 adrlf http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/?p=962 From the theatre production of Steel Magnolias, to Oprah, and to the Silver Screen, Sweetie has graced entertainment stages with EXCEPTIONAL drag humor, music and…yes, even cartwheels!. On Monday April, 8th 2013 Sweetie will join ADRLF in “Bring it Or Sing it! The Ultimate Karaoke Showdown”, a benefit to fund free hepatitis screenings and vaccinations. Sweetie is among [...]]]> http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/sweetie-drag-performing-and-supporting-liver-health-on-adrlf-karaoke-benefit/feed/ 0 http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/uncategorized/purchase-benefit-tickets-now-for-karaoke-nights-on-april-8th/ http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/uncategorized/purchase-benefit-tickets-now-for-karaoke-nights-on-april-8th/#comments Thu, 14 Mar 2013 17:07:28 +0000 adrlf http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/?p=954 This Spring’s Hot Ticket: Karaoke Nights! BRING it…or SING it!! On April 8th, join The William F. Ryan Community Health Network and The Al D. Rodriguez Liver Foundation for a FUNdraiser to benefit ADRLF in its mission to take action around promoting liver wellness.  ]]> http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/uncategorized/purchase-benefit-tickets-now-for-karaoke-nights-on-april-8th/feed/ 0 http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/your-fingernails-and-your-tongue-what-do-they-say-about-your-liver/ http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/your-fingernails-and-your-tongue-what-do-they-say-about-your-liver/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:36:44 +0000 adrlf http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/?p=951 It’s interesting how our body shows physical signs that tell us of the condition of our internal systems and organs, including our liver. Many of us are not aware of these signs – some may even argue the reliability of these external manifestations. Still, as we keep an open mind for the sake of health [...]]]> http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/your-fingernails-and-your-tongue-what-do-they-say-about-your-liver/feed/ 0 http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/livertox-liver-and-drug-research-made-easy/ http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/livertox-liver-and-drug-research-made-easy/#comments Mon, 14 Jan 2013 15:11:18 +0000 adrlf http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/?p=944 The liver is central in processing anything and everything we take in – from our favorite breakfast cereal, vitamins and medications, to our late night snack of chocolate and wine. For many people, caring for the liver may not come easily with all the medications they must take. But just how dangerous are drugs to [...]]]> http://www.aldrodriguezliverfoundation.com/blog/livertox-liver-and-drug-research-made-easy/feed/ 0