WORLD HEART SUMMIT
The 10th edition of the World Heart Summit has concluded - recordings will be available soon.More about the Summit
World Congress of Cardiology 2025
29 August - 1 September Madrid, SpainLearn more about the Congress
World Adherence Day
Adherence - staying on track with your healthcare plan. Explore our exclusive materials on Adherence Day to stay informed and equipped to maintain heart health!Explore materials
World Heart Observatory
The first global data hub for cardiovascular disease.Learn more about World Heart Observatory
WORLD HEART PODCASTS
Conversations from the Heart: Living with AnginaGuests: Maria George, Chandrima Ghosh
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World Drug Day: A new frontier for heart health advocacy
The World Heart Federation is proud to observe World Drug Day for the first time, joining the international community in...
No More Smoke and Mirrors: Exposing Industry Tactics to Protect Heart Health
The World Heart Federation is proud to celebrate World No Tobacco Day with the global cardiovascular and tobacco control communities,...
Advancing Cardiovascular Health on the Global Stage
The World Heart Federation (WHF) proudly represented the global cardiovascular community at the Seventy-Eighth World Health Assembly (WHA78), which concluded...
20.5m
deaths every year from CVD
33%
of all deaths are from CVD
Our vision
Cardiovascular health for everyone
We believe every human being should have access to the information, care and treatment they need to keep their heart healthy, regardless of race, nationality, gender, age, education or income. At the World Heart Federation, we work tirelessly to ensure the global population is provided with accurate and up to date details and data on cardiovascular diseases.
Who we are
Urban Centers: The Frontline in the Fight Against Cardiovascular Disease
Urban centres, where the vast majority of the world’s population now resides, are the frontline in our fight against cardiovascular disease. By harnessing a wide array of sectors—not just healthcare, but also urban planning, environment, and technology—we can make significant strides towards healthier populations, curb preventable diseases, and significantly reduce premature loss of life.
