The challenge
CVD remains the leading cause of deaths worldwide, responsible for 17.9 million (31%) and 3.9 million (45%) deaths globally and in Europe, respectively (WHO and Report ESC 2020). The challenge is to implement the new ESC Guidelines on CVD prevention into practice in all European countries. The role of the project is to close the gap between evidence-based clinical recommendations and actual clinical practice for primary prevention of CVD, with a comprehensive package to provide healthcare professionals with practical implementation tools.
The programme
The IMPLEMENT programme will:
- increase awareness of new guidelines and components,
- implement practical tools for healthcare professionals,
- distribute information through ESC & EAPC communication channels.
