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Heart Failure Matters
In our recent video, Prof. Stefan Störk and Maggie Simpson show how heartfailurematters.org supports healthcare professionals, patients and caregivers with practical, multilingual, guideline-based heart failure resources.
Our community of heart failure specialists is on LinkedIn!
Follow the HFA community on our new LinkedIn page to connect, exchange ideas, and stay up to date with the latest news and exciting initiatives.
HFA Clinical Trials Course
Advance your clinical trial expertise at the HFA Clinical Trials in Heart Failure Course, 18–20 September 2026 in Naples. HFA members can benefit from a fast-track application until 19 August. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with selection communicated regularly until the course is full.
PCI Guidance by Intracoronary Imaging
How can intracoronary imaging improve the outcome of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)? Lorenz Raeber discusses important developments of the recent past and looks into the future of image-guided PCI.
Get certified in cardio-oncology
Set the benchmark for excellence in cardio-oncology. The Cardio-Oncology Certification programme recognises the knowledge, skills and clinical competencies required for practice, with clear assessment standards for professionals across Europe and beyond. The next exam takes place on 8 December.
EAPCI Elections 2026–2028: Voting starts soon
The EAPCI Executive Board and Nominating Committee Elections 2026–2028 are approaching. Discover the final slate of candidates when it is announced on 16 July, when voting also opens.
Call for EAPCI Committee Members 2026-2028
Join a dynamic committee and help shape the future of the EAPCI. Contribute to impactful projects, support the association’s mission, and drive meaningful change. If you are an EAPCI Member, submit your application by 26 July.
EAPCI 2027 - Submit your abstract by 24 September
Building on its success, the EAPCI Summit has evolved into a congress, bringing together interventional cardiologists, the multidiciplinary Heart Team, and the next generation of specialists to navigate clinical challenges and improve patient outcomes. The call for science is now open - submit your abstracts and clinical cases.
The role of point-of-care ultrasound in STEMI patients
EAPCI and ACVC are conducting a survey on the use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in the management of patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). While its use continues to expand, evidence and guidance remain limited. We invite you to complete this short survey, which should take no more than 5 minutes.
Why aren't more women seeking recognition for excellence?
Hear from three leading professionals who share their paths to becoming a Fellow of the ESC. Only 21% of FESC are women. Find out why and learn what the ESC is doing to achieve gender equity, in the FESC community, and beyond.
CAR-T therapy is linked to adverse cardiovascular outcomes in older adults
Read the comment on this European Heart Journal article , which looks into the incidence, risk factors, and survival impact of major adverse cardiovascular events in older patients receiving CAR-T cell therapy for relapsed haematologic malignancies.
Submit your research to our newest journal
You can now submit your papers to the newest publication in the ESC Journal Family, the European Heart Journal - Cardio-Oncology. Our journal is seeking clinical, epidemiological, and translational evidence improving both the understanding of cardiovascular disease in cancer survivors and cancers in patients with cardiac conditions.
How early is early enough? Treating familial hypercholesterolaemia before risk takes root
Read the comment on the article "Cholesterol-lowering therapy from childhood/adolescence and long-term outcomes in familial hypercholesterolaemia: the SAFEHEART study"
ESC TV Today – The MADIT-II Trial
MADIT-II fundamentally changed the approach to sudden cardiac death prevention, shifting the focus from documented arrhythmias to proactive risk assessment. ESC TV Today explores the landmark trial that established primary prevention ICD therapy and reshaped clinical practice worldwide.
Preparing for the cardiovascular risks of tropical storms amplified by climate change
Listen to our latest ESC Cardio Talk podcast with Benjamin Peter Geisler, University of Oslo, Oslo (Norway) and Arnab Gosh, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York (USA).
2025 Impact Factors just released
Congratulations to the Editors-in-Chief and their teams for their outstanding contribution to the ESC Journal Family. This year highlights the exceptional performance of the European Heart Journal, as well as the first Impact Factor for EHJ – Open, marking an important milestone.
ESC Guidelines on Cardio-Oncology Survey
The ESC Council of Cardio-Oncology has launched a survey to evaluate how cardiovascular imaging is currently accessed and used for cardiotoxicity risk stratification and surveillance in cancer patients across Europe. Please take 2 minutes to complete the survey.
EACVI 2026: register by 30 September and save
Shape the future of cardiovascular imaging – register today for the best savings and join us at EACVI 2026 (3 to 5 December 2026 in Milan, Italy).
Certification in Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices for Physicians (CIED)
Advance your expertise in device therapy with the EHRA CIED Certification, a recognised benchmark for clinical excellence. Registration is now open for the online exam on 18 September. Validate your skills, benchmark your knowledge, and take the next step in your career.
News from our Young EP
From congress highlights to Journal Club discussions and future networking opportunities, stay connected with the latest Young EP activities.
ESC TV Today - Carcinoid Heart Disease
What should cardiologists know about carcinoid heart disease, a rare but serious valvular condition? Who is most at risk, how does it present, and which clinical clues should raise suspicion? Heidi Connolly discusses the key red flags, diagnostic approach, and current treatment options.
Read the results from the latest EHRA survey
Disparities in arrhythmia care are increasingly recognised but not yet fully understood. This EHRA survey captures clinician perspectives on inequities across the patient pathway, from diagnosis and treatment to referral and follow-up.
Standout papers from Australia
Explore 10 standout papers from Australia published in 2025 in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology. This selection highlights impactful research and regional perspectives driving progress in cardiovascular prevention worldwide.
OPTION, CHAMPION-AF and beyond: the future of LAAO
This episode of EHRA Cardio Talk – Keep the Rhythm, welcomes Devi Nair, Jacopo Imberti and Stefan Simovic, who discuss the evolving role of LAAO in atrial fibrillation management.
Simultaneous publication in the European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing
Now published in the EJCN: “Practical guidance for researchers on onboarding participants to digital platforms: key considerations when designing and conducting mHealth studies in acute care” – released simultaneously during ACNAP Congress.
Transcatheter treatment of tricuspid regurgitation
Severe tricuspid regurgitation is increasingly recognised, but when should we intervene? Stephan Baldus discusses patient selection, treatment strategy, and insights from the TRISCEND II trial in the latest episode of ESC TV Today.
Metabolic control of post-MI fibrosis via a urea cycle–TCA axis
Read the comment on the European Heart Journal article, which explores whether SGLT2 inhibitors like dapagliflozin can directly influence cardiac fibrosis by modulating the energy metabolism of activated cardiac fibroblasts.
Acute heart failure - update (part I)
Profs. Frederik Verbrugge and Agnieszka Tycinska, and Assoc. Prof. Jan Biegus discuss a modern approach to the treatment of acute heart failure in the latest ACVC Cardio Talk.
Ultra-processed foods, lifestyle management, and cardiovascular diseases
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have increasingly displaced traditional diets globally and are a growing concern for cardiovascular health. Read the clinical consensus statement of the Council for Cardiology Practice and the European Association of Preventive Cardiology.
Young Clinicians & Researchers in Stroke: Have Your Say
We are launching a “Young Clinicians & Researchers” initiative to support early-career professionals in stroke care. Focused on education, research, mentorship and networking, it aims to build a strong community. Help shape it by completing our survey.
EAPCI-ACVC Cardiogenic Shock School
Following the successful launch of the EAPCI-ACVC Cardiogenic Shock School Level 1 in Paris last year, the second edition will take place on 17–18 September in Milan, Italy. Registration now open.
Our preventive cardiology community is on LinkedIn!
Follow the EAPC community on our new LinkedIn page to connect, exchange ideas, and stay up to date with the latest news and exciting initiatives.
Proteomics profiling for cardiovascular risk prediction
Catch up on the recent ACVC Biomarker Talk with Prof. Kurt Huber and guests Profs. Isabella Kardys and Manuel Mayr.
EAPC eLearning Course: Kidney Disease and Hypertension in Cardiovascular Prevention
Strengthen your clinical approach to cardiovascular prevention with our self‑paced online course on kidney disease and hypertension. Developed by Drs. Faconti and Kasiakogias, it covers heart–kidney interaction, CKD assessment, risk stratification and hypertension management. Earn 5 CME Credits.
Prevention of heart failure
Read the latest scientific statement of the Heart Failure Association, the European Association of Preventive Cardiology, and the Association of Cardiovascular Nursing & Allied Professions of the ESC, and the ESC Council on Hypertension on prevention of heart failure.
Discover our new podcast series!
In this first episode, Drs. John Mandrola and Panteleimon Papakonstantinou explore the growing debate on left atrial appendage (LAA) closure.
NEW: AortiCare Toolkit
Our new tailored resource supports healthcare professionals and patients across the full care pathway in aortic valve disease – from diagnosis and treatment to intervention.
Our experts on valvular heart disease are on LinkedIn!
Follow our community on our new LinkedIn page to connect, exchange ideas, and stay up to date with the latest news and exciting initiatives.
FOCUS on Cardio-Rheumatology
Improve your knowledge – and implementation of current evidence – on cardio-rheumatology with this month’s FOCUS resources. They include ESC Guidelines, congress presentations, journal articles and more.
OCEANIC-STROKE and the Evolving Role of Dual Pathway Inhibition
Read the recent Heart and Stroke blog post on the evolving role of dual pathway inhibition.
NEW: AortiCare Toolkit
Our new tailored resource supports healthcare professionals and patients across the full care pathway in aortic valve disease – from diagnosis and treatment to intervention.
CardioPractice – Cardiovascular effects of recreational substances
In this month's edition we explore the cardiovascular impact of recreational substances, from cocaine-induced heart failure to the safety of cannabis and e-cigarettes, highlighting key clinical implications for everyday practice.
Latvia leads the way with its national CV health plan
Latvia provides a compelling example of how the ambitions of the EU Safe Hearts Plan can be translated into concrete national action. Cardiologists in the country have played a central role in shaping a new CV health plan, which will run until 2027.
Cardiovascular disease outcomes: does physician’s sex matter?
Do physician and patient gender dynamics affect cardiovascular outcomes? Edina Cenko, Elena Osto and Roxana Mehran explore in this Cardiopulse article how diversity, communication, bias and representation in cardiology may influence care quality and patient outcomes.
ESC election results revealed
Election results for the next mandate are now available. Thank you to all candidates who put their names forward and to all National Cardiac Societies and ESC Associations, Councils and Working Groups for voting.
New podcasts series – ESC Cardio Talk: Cardio-Oncology
Discover the new podcast series from the ESC Council of Cardio-Oncology, designed to help you navigate common cardio-oncology questions you may face in your clinical practice.
ESC Congress 2026 – see the programme
This year's Spotlight on Artificial Intelligence explores how AI is becoming a co-pilot, enhancing precision, speed, and safety in patient care. Discover AI in action, from diagnosis to delivery, through hands-on sessions, live demonstrations, and immersive learning.
EHJ-ACVC Highlights
This month’s EHJ-ACVC Highlights spotlights the ACVC in large cohort studies.
The 50th EWGCCE Meeting
Register now for the 50th Annual Meeting of the ESC Working Group on Cardiac Cellular Electrophysiology, 6–8 July in Leuven, Belgium. Join us for inspiring lectures, dynamic posters, and networking.