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Europe may be approaching a new nicotine-driven cardiovascular crisis
Rising youth addiction, aggressive marketing, and regulatory gaps are major concerns highlighted in this consensus paper. These products are not harmless and cause vascular injury from first exposure. The plan calls for flavour bans, nicotine-based taxation, plain packaging and ad restrictions.
ESC Cardio Talk podcast
Pressure-volume loops and cardiac energetics: finally, is it time to translate historical knowledge to clinical routine? With Joao Felipe Fernandes, King's College London, London - UK and Debbie Zhao, The University of Auckland, Auckland - New Zealand.
ESC Congress 2026 - Abstract submission deadline is 1 March
It's time to submit your innovative research. Your science, your voice, your place in the transformation.
Integrated interventional cardiology: a joint strategy of the ESC and EAPCI
Curious about what’s coming at #EAPCI26? This new article from ESC President Prof. Lüscher and EAPCI President Prof. Chieffo reveals the breakthroughs you can’t miss and outlines their vision for integrated interventional cardiology.
EU Safe Hearts Plan: a new era in prevention, detection and care
Europe is turning ambition into action. The EU Safe Hearts Plan marks a bold step forward in prevention, early detection, and person-centred care. From tackling health inequalities to harnessing digital innovation, this landmark initiative puts cardiovascular health at the top of Europe’s agenda.
Congratulations to the new editor-in-chief
We’re thrilled to announce that Prof. Bianca Rocca will take the helm of the of the European Heart Journal – Cardiovascular Pharmacotherapy from 1 February 2026. A heartfelt thank you to Prof. Stefan Agewall, the founding editor, for shaping the journal’s success and advancing cardiovascular pharmacotherapy worldwide.
New ESC Pocket Guidelines App
Your ESC Pocket Guidelines App has a major update. Enjoy the same trusted content in a refreshed, user-friendly format, with immediate access to the 2023, 2024 and 2025 guidelines – earlier versions coming soon. Update or download now for the latest evidence-based recommendations.
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2025 ESC Guidelines for the management of myocarditis and pericarditis
These guidelines introduce a comprehensive, patient-oriented framework for the diagnosis and management of IMPS, spanning the full disease spectrum.
2025 ESC Guidelines for the management of cardiovascular disease and pregnancy
The current Guidelines for the management of cardiovascular disease and pregnancy support health care professionals to manage and care for women with cardiovascular diseases before, during and after pregnancy.
2025 ESC/EACTS Guidelines for the management of valvular heart disease
The 2025 ESC/EACTS Guidelines for the management of valvular heart disease (VHD) are an update of the 2021 version of this document.
2025 Focused Update of the 2019 ESC/EAS Guidelines for the management of dyslipidaemias
This 2025 Focused Update addresses changes in recommendations for the treatment of dyslipidaemias based on new evidence published since the 2019 version, up until 31 March 2025.
2025 ESC Clinical Consensus Statement on mental health and cardiovascular disease
This clinical consensus statement on mental health and cardiovascular disease highlights the multidirectional relationship between mental health, cardiovascular health and cardiovascular disease and its impact on cardiovascular risk and prognosis.
ESC Education
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We know you're busy, so we've made it simple to develop your knowledge across three levels: Core Cardiology, Subspecialty and Expert.
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