1 in 4 people in state has non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: Data
One in four people in Odisha suffers from metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), with obesity and diabetes identified as primary causes. Doctors warn of a silent epidemic, noting that even school-going children are affected, highlighting the urgent need for lifestyle changes and regular check-ups to prevent progression to serious liver conditions.
One in four people in Odisha suffers from metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), with obesity and diabetes identified as primary causes. Doctors warn of a silent epidemic, noting that even school-going children are affected, highlighting the urgent need for lifestyle changes and regular check-ups to prevent progression to serious liver conditions.
