The Swiss Liver Patients’ Association Swiss HePa

Swiss HePa is Switzerland’s national liver patient association, founded in 2017 to raise awareness of liver diseases and support people affected by them, along with their families. The organisation addresses a broad range of conditions, including rare, autoimmune, genetic, viral and chronic liver diseases, as well as liver cancer and transplantation. Its website provides accessible information about diseases, important laboratory values, treatment-related topics and specialist contacts.

Swiss HePa helps patients and relatives connect through in-person and online self-help groups, Zoom meetings, digital talks, events and personal counselling. It also shares educational materials, videos featuring medical experts and patient experiences, and updates on research, care and patient advocacy. An annual Swiss Liver Day and other awareness activities bring attention to liver health and the challenges people face. The association represents patients in public and policy discussions, including advocacy for improved care for rare diseases and access to medicines. People can support its work by becoming members, donors or patrons.