Public Health Events
Keeping our finger on the pulse of policy and regulatory action
Upcoming Events
Safe Hearts in Europe: Preventing Sudden Cardiac Death
1 July 2026, 16:00-18:00 (CEST) | European Parliament | Brussels
Past events
From European Presidency conferences to dedicated policy sessions at major congresses, these events spotlight the latest evidence and inspire action on prevention, equitable access, and environmental health.
Driving the EU Safe Hearts Plan: Insights from a policy event on gender equity and tobacco control
How can the EU deliver on its Safe Hearts ambition? At this event held at the Cyprus Permanent Representation to the EU on 20 May 2026, stakeholders explored gender equity and tobacco control as powerful levers - calling for stronger implementation tools, closing gaps in women’s cardiovascular care, and decisive EU action on novel nicotine products.
High-level event in Cyprus builds momentum on EU Safe Hearts Plan
In Nicosia, ESC experts joined policymakers and healthcare professionals at a Cyprus Presidency event focused on how trustworthy artificial intelligence and digital tools can advance cardiovascular prevention, diagnosis and care in Europe.
Countdown to EU Cardiovascular Health Plan: Key Stakeholders Gather at EACH Summit
ESC experts, and other healthcare professionals, along with patients and policy-makers met with the European Commissioner for Health Animal Welfare, Olivér Várhelyi at the European Alliance for Cardiovascular Health (EACH) Summit just days before the adoption of the Safe Hearts Plan.
Romania sets concrete targets for better heart health
A new national strategy aims to cut cardiovascular mortality by 30% and boost the number of cardiologists nationwide. Backed by €204 million and strong collaboration, this plan will improve access, expand prevention centres, and speed up treatment for heart attack and stroke.
Poland highlights unmet needs in heart health in high-level conference
The ESC joined a high-level conference in Warsaw to advance EU action on cardiovascular health. Leaders discussed national cardiovascular health plans, regulatory challenges, and health data. In particular, ESC urged reform of the medical devices regulation and stronger innovation pathways to secure access to life-saving cardiology devices.
EACH champions coordinated EU action on cardiovascular health at high-level event
An EACH’s high-level event in Brussels spotlighted the urgent need for stronger EU and national strategies to combat cardiovascular disease. Leaders and experts called for integrated prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation, alongside innovative therapies and equity-focused policies to reduce CVD’s impact across Europe.
New MEP group in Parliament and revamped Roadmap set bold vision for cardiovascular health in Europe
In April 2025, the European Parliament hosted the inaugural meeting of the MEP Cardiovascular Health Group, coordinated by EACH. The group unveiled its flagship Roadmap to cut premature cardiovascular deaths by one-third by 2030, calling for EU-wide action on prevention, early detection, treatment, and equitable access to care.
Building partnerships: EACH and EU Health Commissioner jointly align on European Cardiovascular Health Plan
Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi welcomed an EACH delegation in April 2025 to discuss collaboration on the upcoming EU Cardiovascular Health Plan. The meeting united patient advocates, clinicians, and industry leaders, stressing partnership and alignment to tackle Europe’s growing cardiovascular burden and deliver meaningful impact.
EACH Exhibition “Vote for Cardiovascular Health” at the European Parliament
From 11 to 14 December 2023, a dynamic display in Strasbourg spotlighted the human and economic toll of cardiovascular diseases across EU Member States. Supported by leading advocates, the initiative rallied policymakers to commit to stronger prevention strategies and coordinated action on cardiovascular health ahead of the 2024 European Parliament elections