The World Heart Federation supports the development of policies that have a positive impact on people’s heart health. Our roadmaps, policy briefs and position papers can be adapted to different contexts and are regularly updated based on the latest available evidence.
CVD Roadmaps
Our Roadmaps are designed and developed by international teams of experts who together identify challenges and offer solutions on specific topics impacting cardiovascular mortality. They can serve as models for regions and countries to develop their own Roadmaps and create or update their national non-communicable disease action plans. They offer a framework to bring together stakeholders with the objective of determining, prioritizing and implementing solutions to reduce premature CVD deaths in any context.
Atrial Fibrillation
Chagas Disease
Cholesterol
CVD in People Living with Diabetes
Digital Health in Cardiology
Heart Failure
Hypertension
Rheumatic Heart Disease
Secondary Prevention
Tobacco Control
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Policy Briefs
Our policy briefs present concise summaries of information that can help readers understand and make informed decisions about policies related to cardiovascular disease, associated risk factors and determinants of health. They provide objective summaries of relevant research, outline existing global policies, suggest possible approaches and argue for courses of action that governments should take when creating or considering policies to foster healthy environments in their country or region.
WHF Policy Brief on Front-of-Pack Labelling
Clean Air, Smart Cities, Healthy Hearts
E-cigarettes: A New Threat for Cardiovascular Health
The Impact of Alcohol Consumption on Cardiovascular Health: Myths and Measures
Position Papers
Our position papers reflect our policy positions on a wide range of CVD-related issues. They are supported by scientific studies published in recognized journals and have a rigorous review and approval process. These papers generally include a review of data available on a specific subject, an evaluation on its relationship to overall cardiovascular disease science, and WHF recommendations on the basis of that evaluation within the context of global public health policy.
The Case for the Digital Transformation of Circulatory Health
Improving Access to Essential Medicines for All People: A Call to Action
Preventing the Next Pandemic: The Case for Investing in Circulatory Health
Latest News
Saving lives from often silent but serious pulmonary hypertension – World Hypertension Day
Today is #PulmonaryHypertensionDay, a moment to raise awareness about pulmonary hypertension (PH). Because its early symptoms, including shortness of breath, chest pain, and dizziness, are frequently misunderstood, PH is frequently diagnosed only in advanced stages. PH, wherein the arteries carrying blood to the lungs develop increased blood pressure, affects both the lungs and the heart. […]
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Pulmonary Hypertension Day 2025: A Patient Advocate’s Perspective
Pulmonary hypertension is a life-altering condition that often goes undetected until it’s advanced. This Pulmonary Hypertension Day, let’s shine a light on this silent disease, support early diagnosis, and stand with those living with it every day. Awareness saves lives, because breath is not something we can take for granted. To mark Pulmonary Hypertension Day […]
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WHF Statement on Health Systems Strengthening and Financing for NCDs
The following statement was prepared by the World Heart Federation in response to the UN Multistakeholder Hearing on NCD’s panel discussion on Reshaping and Strengthening Health Systems and All Forms of Financing to Meet the Needs of People Living With and at Risk of Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health Conditions. Distinguished delegates, colleagues and […]
WHF President Prof. Jagat Narula Delivers Key Statement at UN Hearing on NCDs and Mental Health
This statement was delivered by Prof. Jagat Narula, President of the World Heart Federation, at the UN Multistakeholder Hearing on NCDs in response to a panel discussion on Tackling the Determinants of Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health and Well-Being Through Multisectoral and Effective Governance and Collaborative Action. Distinguished delegates, colleagues and partners, Cardiovascular disease remains […]
