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Cardiovascular Health Checks come to the European Parliament on 8 April
On 8 April 2026, MEP Romana Jerković will host a cardiovascular health initiative at the European Parliament, organised with the support of the European Alliance for Cardiovascular Health (EACH) and the Croatian Hypertension League. Taking place in the Spinelli building, the initiative will bring cardiovascular prevention directly into the heart of EU policymaking, highlighting the […]
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Stroke Action Plan for Europe updated
The updated Stroke Action Plan for Europe (SAP-E), a joint initiative of the European Stroke Organisation (ESO) and the Stroke Alliance for Europe (SAFE), has been published in the European Stroke Journal. The updated Plan: Key messages Implementation of the Stroke Action Plan for Europe (2018–2030) began in 2019. This mid-term update reflects current challenges for stroke care in Europe in […]
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EACH Cardiovascular Health Summit 2025 – Highlights From Brussels
The EACH Cardiovascular Health Summit took place in Brussels on 10–11 December 2025 and showcased a remarkable diversity of voices, bringing together 40 speakers from 20 countries, including 21 women and 10 people with lived experience of cardiovascular disease. Discussions spanned a wide range of critical topics, from health inequalities and equity to translating science […]
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EACH Cardiovascular Health Summit
The European Alliance for Cardiovascular Health (EACH) is delighted to invite you to join us in Brussels on 10-11 December 2025 for the EACH Cardiovascular Health Summit, held at the Palais des Academies (1 Rue Ducale), with Secretariat provided by the European Society of Cardiology. We warmly welcome health stakeholders and national representatives to take part in […]
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Stronger Together: Bridging Heart and Stroke Awareness
Heart disease and stroke share many of the same risk factors and often co-occur. Together, they are the leading cause of death in the EU, with substantial economic and societal impacts. The European Commission is currently preparing an EU Cardiovascular Health Plan, expected in December 2025. This is a unique opportunity to shape Europe’s response […]
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Press Release – Investment Needed from the EU Budget into Cardiovascular Health
11 August, 2025 – Brussels The European Alliance for Cardiovascular Health (EACH) welcomesthe European Commission’s recent publication of the proposal for the MultiannualFinancial Framework (MFF) for 2028–2034. The new budgetary framework presents acritical opportunity to strengthen the European Union’s commitment to addressingcardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading cause of death in Europe.
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The Brussels International Declaration on Lipoprotein(a) Testing and Management
Brussels, 4 May – More than 1.4 billion people worldwide are living with elevated lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)], an inherited, independent cardiovascular risk factor strongly linked to heart attacks, strokes, aortic stenosis, and premature cardiovascular events. Yet, only 1–2% of the population is tested. This staggering gap leaves millions vulnerable around the world and makes elevated Lp(a) one of the most under-recognised threats […]
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Shaping the Future of Cardiovascular Health in Europe – Exclusive Webinar Series on EU Council Conclusions!
Brussels, 30 May and 16 June – The European Cardiovascular Health Alliance (EACH) is launching a special series of public advocacy webinars to empower patients, advocates, and the wider community, kindly hosted by FH Europe Foundation. Hear directly from the person who led the efforts towards the Council Conclusions on the Improvement of Cardiovascular Health […]
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Launch of A European Cardiovascular Health Plan: The Roadmap
Brussels, 23 April – Today, during the first meeting of the MEP Cardiovascular Health Group at the European Parliament, the European Alliance for Cardiovascular Health (EACH) is launching its new publication: A European Cardiovascular Health Plan: The Roadmap. The roadmap sets out a bold vision: to reduce premature and preventable deaths from cardiovascular disease (CVD) […]
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Cardiovascular Health Takes Centre Stage with New MEP Group
Brussels, 17 April – A significant step forward in addressing the leading cause of death in Europe is set to take place with the official launch of the MEP Cardiovascular Health Group in the European Parliament. Chaired by MEP Romana Jerković (S&D, Croatia), this cross-party group is poised to place prevention and tackling of cardiovascular […]
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