The Salim Yusuf Emerging Leaders Programme was created by the World Heart Federation to form and develop a long-term cadre of experts who collaborate, research, and act to reduce premature mortality from cardiovascular disease (CVD) globally.
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Become an Emerging LeaderWorld Chagas Disease Day 2026: Official Statement 08/04/2026 World Chagas Disease Day: April 14, 2026 For World Chagas Disease Day (April 14), the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Global Chagas Coalition called for strengthening the response to this disease and highlighted the role of women in early detection, prevention, and care. Under the theme “Women at […]
Chagas Disease
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death globally. However, most people living with CVD also have multiple long-term conditions (MLTC), such as diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and mental health disorders. Despite this, health systems remain largely organised around single diseases, resulting in fragmented care and a high treatment burden. To address this challenge, […]
Long-term Care
The World Heart Federation (WHF) actively represented the global cardiovascular community at the 158th session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Executive Board, which was held from 02 to 07 February 2026 in Geneva, Switzerland. The WHF delegation, headed by Dr. Bente Mikkelsen, Chair of its Advocacy Committee, delivered a series of statements across multiple […]
Economics of Health for All
Primary Health Care
Well-Being and Health Promotion
This constituency statement was led and delivered by NCD Alliance, with contributions from the World Heart Federation, under agenda item 26 – Economics of Health for All – at the 158th session of the WHO Executive Board. Distinguished delegates, We welcome WHO’s strategy on the Economics of Health for All. The strategy rightly positions […]
Noncommunicable Diseases
