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EU pharmaceutical reform shows the value of sustained advocacy

The Council and the European Parliament’s Public Health Committee have backed a revised EU medicines framework, marking the first major update in over 20 years. This milestone follows years of negotiation and engagement with stakeholders, including the ESC. 

Highlights from the cellular biology and function of the Heart Biennial Meeting 2025

Leading basic and translational cardiovascular scientists gathered in Naples for three days to explore interdisciplinary collaboration, emerging research themes and innovative approaches shaping the future of cardiovascular science. 

Improving cardiovascular risk prediction in Latin America and the Caribbean with SCORE2-LAC

Cardiovascular risk varies across populations. To reduce inequalities in care, the European Society of Cardiology and the Inter-American Society of Cardiology are developing SCORE2-LAC, a tailored risk prediction tool designed specifically for Latin America and the Caribbean.

In Memoriam - Professor Eugene Braunwald

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Prof. Eugene Braunwald, one of the most influential figures in the history of cardiovascular medicine. “Prof. Braunwald was the leading cardiologist of his time. His vision and innovation changed the trajectory of cardiovascular medicine". ESC President, Thomas F. Lüscher.

Congratulations to the new editor-in-chief

We are delighted to announce that Prof. Thomas Marwick will be the first Editor-in-Chief of the new European Heart Journal – Cardio-Oncology. Prof. Marwick will participate in the Inaugural Session at ESC Cardio-Oncology 2026.

Highlights from EHRA 2026

Helmut Puererfellner presents key scientific highlights from EHRA 2026, focusing on trials CEPAF, ULYSSES and SOLVE-AF.

NEW: ESC Guidelines for the management of valvular heart disease – for patients

Designed for patients and their families, our new guide provides an overview of the recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of common types of heart valve diseases. Share it with your patients to support informed discussions and shared decision making with their healthcare teams

Our ESC Patient Forum is seeking new members

"Sharing our stories with clinicians is invaluable. Every patient is different, and true progress comes when we work together as one team." – Paul McGreavy, ESC Patient Forum Member.  Do you know someone who may be interested? Please invite them to apply.