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GENEVA, 20 May 2023 – Deaths from cardiovascular disease (CVD) jumped globally from 12.1 million in 1990 to 20.5 million in 2021, according to a new report from the World Heart Federation (WHF). CVD was the leading cause of death worldwide in 2021, with four in five CVD deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries […]

The 76th World Health Assembly (WHA) will gather the world’s health ministers and policymakers from 21 to 30 May 2023 in Geneva, Switzerland. Over the week they will deliberate and adopt resolutions related to health topics of global interest and importance, appoint the Director-General, manage the WHO’s finances, and review and approve the proposed programme […]

The year 2023 marks a crucial turning point in the global effort to ensure that everyone, everywhere, has access to the health services they need without suffering from financial hardship. In September, the United Nations will convene a High-Level Meeting (HLM) to review the implementation of the UN Political Declaration on Universal Health Coverage adopted […]

This is a statement delivered by Diana Vaca McGhie, Chair of the WHF Advocacy Committee, and Tom Gaziano, Chair of the WHF Science Committee at the UN Multi-Stakeholder Hearing on Universal Health Coverage. Honorable President and Chair, Distinguished Delegates, We note with disappointment that, according to the latest report by the WHO Director-General, the world is not […]

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death worldwide, affecting millions of people every year. While many people are familiar with common CVDs such as coronary artery disease, heart failure and arrhythmias, there are many cardiovascular diseases that are less common and therefore less well-known. Rare cardiovascular diseases are defined as diseases that affect […]

The Indonesian Heart Foundation successfully implemented the “Sekolah Tanpa Advertising Rokok” (School with No Cigarette Advertisement) – STAR initiative from October 2022 to February 2023 in five cities across Indonesia, with the support of the Swedish Heart-Lung Foundation and the World Heart Federation through the World Heart Grants programme. The initiative aimed to educate junior […]

On 30-31 March 2023, WHF, WHF Member SASNET and the Ministry of Health in Ghana joined forces to discuss the urgency of prevention and management of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity during a WHF Roundtable. Attended by a large group of experts and advocates, the Roundtable focused on the country’s shift from managing communicable diseases […]

On the occasion of World Chagas Disease Day on 14 April, WHF, a member of the Global Chagas Disease Coalition, wants to support patient associations in their call for better diagnosis and care for Chagas patients at the primary healthcare level. Below is a statement from the International Federation of Associations of People Affected by […]

Every year, the World Heart Summit brings together an eclectic community of leaders and visionaries from different sectors, driven by their shared commitment to alleviate the impact of cardiovascular disease worldwide. This year, for the first time ever, members of the public are invited to join us in Geneva, Switzerland on 19-21 May. This is your opportunity to […]

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) today released the latest NCD Academy course, Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health in NCDs, coinciding with World Health Day and the theme Health for All. The NCD Academy is a user-friendly, interactive online platform developed by the ACC in partnership with the NCD Alliance and the […]

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) claims more lives globally than any other disease. However, 80% of premature heart attacks and strokes — responsible for a significant portion of the deaths and disabilities due to CVD — can be prevented. The causes and symptoms of CVD are multifaceted, and access to care remains variable. Four avenues of heart […]