CVD is the leading cause of death in the Americas
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the Americas, accounting for 30% of all deaths, or 2.1 million people every year.
In the last 30 years, obesity-related deaths have increased by 38.5% and diabetes-related deaths have increased by 71.6%.
2M+
die every year from CVD in the region
High blood pressure is responsible for nearly half of all CVD deaths in the region
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WHF Member Salvando Latidos: Improving the quality of life of Mexicans
Salvando Latidos A.C. is a Mexican non-profit civil organization founded in 2018 focused on the prevention, care, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases in people of all ages, mainly those in vulnerable conditions. From day one, our main objective has been to contribute to improving the quality of life of the Mexican population by guaranteeing […]
12,000 hearts united for better cardiovascular care
Last week, more than 12,000 healthcare professionals, researchers and health advocates joined us in Rio de Janeiro for the 2022 World Congress of Cardiology, which was held in conjunction with the 77th Brazilian Congress of Cardiology. This historic event brought together some of the biggest names in cardiology for three days of lectures, panel discussions and networking opportunities, […]
Addressing policy on integrated care for improved health outcomes in the Region of the Americas
This is a statement made at the 30th Pan American Sanitary Conference and 74th Session of the Regional Committee. Honorable Chair, Distinguished Guests, On behalf of the World Heart Federation, the American Heart Association, the Interamerican Society of Cardiology, the Coalition for Americas’ Health, the NCD Alliance, and the Taskforce on Women and NCDs, we […]
Don’t miss these key sessions at CBC/WCC 2022!
The Final Programme for the Brazilian Congress of Cardiology together with the World Congress of Cardiology is now available online! Build your own programme and create your unique congress experience on the Congress website, and don’t forget you can still register online until 30 September, and on-site from 13 October! KEY SESSIONS TO ADD […]
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Join us Saturday, 4 March - Monday, 6 March for #ACC23 Together With #WCCardio in New Orleans to reunite with your… https://t.co/81nWLynxQg
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We can reduce the global burden of cardiovascular disease by: ✔️ Expanding prevention measures ✔️ Promoting widesp… https://t.co/bQXK62eIE7
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