Crisis Resources & Support

Immediate help and government resources for liver disease patients and families

🚨 Need Immediate Help?

If you are having a medical emergency or thoughts of self-harm, get help immediately:

Medical Emergency

Call 911

For any life-threatening medical emergency including severe abdominal pain, vomiting blood, difficulty breathing, or mental confusion.

Mental Health Crisis

Call 988

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7 confidential support for people in distress and those around them. Free and available nationwide.

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741

Free, 24/7 crisis counseling via text message. Trained counselors available to support you through any crisis.

Government Health Resources

Official government agencies providing liver disease information and support

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)

Comprehensive information about viral hepatitis, liver disease prevention, and public health resources.

CDC Info Line: 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636)
Website: cdc.gov/hepatitis

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Research-based information about liver diseases, treatments, and clinical trials.

NIH Info Line: 1-301-496-4000
Website: niddk.nih.gov

Health Resources & Services Administration

Find federally qualified health centers and programs for uninsured or underinsured patients.

Find Health Centers: 1-877-464-4772
Website: findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov

Medicare & Medicaid

Government health insurance programs covering liver disease treatment and services.

Medicare: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
Medicaid: Contact your state Medicaid office
Website: medicare.gov

Mental Health & Substance Abuse Support

Government-funded resources for mental health and addiction support

SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral service for substance abuse and mental health
Substance Abuse Treatment Locator
1-800-662-4357
Find local treatment facilities and support groups for alcohol and drug addiction
Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-8255
24/7 confidential crisis support for veterans and their families
Disability Information Helpline
1-800-949-4232
Information about disability rights and services for those with chronic conditions

Find Medical Care

Government resources to help find liver specialists and medical care

Find Health Centers Medicare Hospital Compare VA Medical Centers Clinical Trials

Need Help Finding a Liver Specialist?

Call your state's medical board or use the government health center locator above. Most major medical centers have hepatology (liver disease) specialists.

Important Medical Information

Always consult with qualified healthcare providers for medical advice. The resources above provide government-verified information and crisis support. For ongoing medical care, work with licensed healthcare professionals who specialize in liver disease.