Turning the Tide on NCDs: Prioritizing Cardiovascular Health Now
This statement was delivered by the World Heart Federation under agenda item 13.1 – Noncommunicable Diseases – at…
Elevating NCDs in the Global Health Security Agenda
This statement was delivered by the World Heart Federation under agenda item 17.1 – WHO’s Work in Health…
Bias and inadequate treatment threaten heart health for millions facing obesity and CVD risk, warns World Heart Federation
GENEVA, 17 May 2025: Stigma and misunderstanding of obesity are preventing people from receiving adequate treatment for the…
World-renowned Researcher Receives “Excellence Award for Hypertension Risk Reduction” – World Hypertension Day 17 May 2025
Professor Prabhakaran Dorairaj is the Executive Director of the Centre for Chronic Disease Control, New Delhi, a Distinguished…
Taking action on homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia
Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH) is a rare inherited condition that causes dangerously high levels of LDL cholesterol from…
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…
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…
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…
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…
CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH TAKES CENTRE STAGE WITH NEW MEP GROUP
A significant step forward in addressing the leading cause of death in Europe took place with the official…
WORLD CHAGAS DISEASE DAY 2025 – Six Commitments Against Chagas Disease
On 14 April, World Chagas Disease Day, member organizations of the Global Chagas Coalition are sharing and encouraging…
WHF announces new CEO and COO Leadership
The World Heart Federation (WHF) is pleased to announce the appointment of its new CEO, Mr Finn-Jarle Rode, and…
Heart Café ACC 2025: A Global Hub for Collaboration and Innovation
The World Heart Federation (WHF) Heart Café at the ACC Congress 2025 in Chicago provided an exceptional platform…
Don’t miss a moment: World Heart Federation together with 14 institutions launches World Adherence Day to save lives and improve health
GENEVA, 27 March 2025: Millions of lives—and billions in healthcare costs—are at stake due to one critical but…
Healthy Lungs and Heart for Life at the WHO Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health
Healthy Lungs and Heart for Life at the WHO Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health In March…
World Heart Federation announces new branded digital series, Beats of Change, to be produced by BBC StoryWorks
Can we change the future of heart health? Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is responsible for nearly one-third of all…
Emerging Leaders Programme 2025: Applications are now open
Applications are now open for the Emerging Leaders Programme 2025, which will focus on leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) in…
Shaping a Stronger Global Plan of Action on Climate Change and Health: Key Recommendations for Impact
Agenda Item 22 – Climate Change and Health This constituency statement was led and delivered by the World…
Acting on Pollution for Better Cardiovascular Health
Agenda Item 20: The impact of chemicals, waste and pollution on human health This statement was delivered by…
Ensuring Cardiovascular Care for Women and Children
Agenda Item 14: Global Strategy for Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health This statement was delivered by the World…
Ensuring Universal Access to Safe and High-Quality Medical Products
FTFA Statement | 156th WHO Executive Board 2025 This statement was delivered by the World Heart Federation, on…