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The latest science, public health and community news from the ESC and the world of cardiology
Exercise harder, not just longer, to reduce risk of disease and death
People who get just a few minutes of vigorous activity daily are less likely to develop eight major diseases, including arthritis, heart disease and dementia, according to research published in the European Heart Journal.
Combining small changes to sleep, diet, and exercise could be key to reducing heart attack and stroke risk
Small changes, big impact. A study of 53,000+ UK Biobank participants shows that modest combined improvements in sleep, diet and physical activity were linked to a 10% lower risk of major cardiovascular events. Published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.
Novel blood marker may help predict cognitive impairment after a cardiac arrest
Early measurement of neurofilament light chain may improve prediction of cognitive impairment after out‑of‑hospital cardiac arrest. Presented at ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2026, the study suggests this blood marker could better identify patients at high risk of long‑term brain injury.
EHRA 2026: Shining a light on arrhythmia management
Join the global heart rhythm community in Paris, 12–14 April, for EHRA 2026. Explore ‘Illuminating arrhythmia management’ with cutting-edge science, technologies and practical insights to transform care. Attend in person or online - free registration applies to accredited press.
AI outperforms conventional diagnosis for certain types of heart attacks
Artificial intelligence–based interpretation of electrocardiograms (ECGs) outperformed standard diagnostic pathways for the detection of occlusive myocardial infarction, according to a study presented at ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2026.
Spotlight on the ESC Gender Task Force
Closing the gender gap in cardiovascular disease requires better data, stronger awareness and more women in leadership. Prof. Maria Rubini Gimenez outlines why action is urgently needed and how the ESC is driving change across research, trials and education.
AI can predict risk of serious heart disease from mammograms
The risk of serious or fatal heart disease can be predicted with artificial intelligence (AI) analysis of mammograms, according to research published in the European Heart Journal. The study shows that AI can be used to assess the build-up of calcium deposits in the arteries of the breast from the standard X-ray mammography scans that are currently used in routine breast cancer screening.
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