#HeartPlan4Europe – No More Delays! A European Cardiovascular Health Plan Now!

The EU must act now to tackle cardiovascular disease – Europe’s #1 killer.

• An estimated 60 million people live with cardiovascular disease in the EU
• Cardiovascular disease costs the EU €282bn due to direct healthcare costs, productivity loss, and informal care by caregivers  
• Cardiovascular disease accounts for around 1/3 of all deaths in the EU

Join the call for urgent EU action! Sign the Heart Health Pledge.

What’s at Stake?

• CVD is the leading cause of death in Europe, yet no dedicated EU action plan exists.
• Despite major advances in treatment, many remain undiagnosed, untreated and at risk.
• EU funding for CVD research remains lower than cancer research.

This must change. We need a European Cardiovascular Health Plan now!

The Heart Health Pledge – Led by MEPs, Open to Everyone

MEPs are leading the charge, but we need everyone to stand behind them.

By signing the Heart Health Pledge, you commit to:
✔ Championing cardiovascular health as a priority in EU policy.
✔ Advocating for stronger EU prevention, patient care and research investment.
✔ Mobilising support to establish a European Cardiovascular Health Plan.

MEPs will be the first signatories, but this is a movement for all—health organisations, patients, researchers and the public. Your support will drive real change.

Why This Matters for the EU?

• Prevention saves lives: Stronger tobacco control, healthier food policies, and measures to promote physical activity can prevent thousands of cardiovascular disease (CVD) cases across Europe. Creating an environment that supports heart health—regardless of background or socioeconomic status—is key to reducing the burden of CVD.
• Patients and people must be heard: CVD disproportionately affects women, low-income groups, and ethnic minorities. Strengthening patient involvement in policy, research, and advocacy ensures that healthcare systems meet real needs and reduce health inequalities.
• Research and innovation drive progress: The EU must invest in research on the societal, environmental, and biological factors influencing CVD. Advancing digital health, AI, and personalised medicine will improve prevention, early detection, and treatment.

By signing the pledge, you help drive political action and ensure cardiovascular health is prioritised at the highest EU levels.

How to Sign & Get Involved?

Step 1: Fill in the pledge form below.
Step 2: Receive a confirmation email with next steps.
Step 3: Help spread the word by sharing your commitment!

📩 For more information, contact aboschi@ehnheart.org