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CHAIN launched: a new era for AI in cardiovascular care
The ESC is leading CHAIN, a new European initiative supported by €20 million from the EU4Health Programme. Bringing together 53 partners from 20 countries, the project aims to accelerate the safe, effective and equitable adoption of AI in cardiovascular care.
Take your next step in cardiovascular research
Applications are open for the ESC Fund Basic Cardiovascular Science Course, a fully funded programme designed for early-career researchers, clinicians and scientists. Learn from leading experts, gain hands-on laboratory experience, and deepen your understanding of the science driving future advances in cardiovascular medicine. Apply by 28 October.
For women and with women: Why inclusion matters
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death among women, yet significant disparities persist. Discover how the ESC is advocating for policy change, advancing research and promoting greater equity in cardiovascular health and across the profession.
Acute Heart Failure and Cardiogenic Shock
Christian Hassager discusses the transition from acute heart failure to cardiogenic shock, the importance of early recognition when recompensation fails, as well as early warning signs and treatment concepts for shock.
World Stroke Day 2026: act on prevention
29 October is World Stroke Day. Organised by the World Stroke Organization, it is an important opportunity to raise awareness of stroke prevention, early recognition and access to quality care worldwide. Access ESC's resources on stroke prevention and management.
Celebrating 10 years together – be part of what’s next
For a decade, ESC Professional Membership has helped cardiovascular professionals around the world learn, connect and grow. Join as an ESC Professional Member before 1 December and receive an extra month of membership, with access to year-round education, professional development, networking and exclusive member benefits.
Transforming atrial fibrillation care through collaboration
Led by EHRA and funded by the European Union, the EHRA-PATHS project is helping improve care for older patients with atrial fibrillation by standardising the detection and management of 23 comorbidities. Results from a large European trial will be presented at EHRA 2027, with the potential to inform future clinical practice.
Temperature-attributable cardiovascular mortality in Europe under future climate scenarios
This study, published in European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, evaluates how climate change and population ageing may affect cardiovascular deaths across Europe by 2080.
Connecting the dots in cardiovascular medicine: endometriosis, chronic inflammation and venous thromboembolism
Our latest ESC Cardio Talk features Elvira Grandone and Concetta Panebianco, San Giovanni Rotondo Hospital (Italy).
Join the Editorial Board of the European Heart Journal Open
European Heart Journal Open is seeking Associate Editors and Editorial Board Members. We welcome researchers and clinicians from across all fields of cardiovascular medicine and encourage applications from underrepresented backgrounds. Apply by 1 November.
The impact of mental health on cardiovascular disease
Explore a growing body of evidence in the European Heart Journal Open collection on Mental Health and Cardiovascular Disease. Do you have research to share? Submissions for the special collection are open until 30 December.
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2026 ESC Guidelines for the management of heart failure
These guidelines refine the heart failure classification by LVEF and introduce a stage‑based framework to strengthen prevention, early detection, and timely intervention. They propose a revised nomenclature for therapies.
2026 ESC Guidelines for the management of cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease
This is the first ESC Guideline dedicated to the management of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and chronic kidney disease (CKD), centred around the “STAMP on CKD” framework.
Fifth Universal Definition of Myocardial Infarction (2026)
This consensus definition from the ESC, ACC, AHA and WHF classifies myocardial infarction into primary, secondary and procedure‑related types to align diagnosis with underlying pathophysiology and clinical evaluation.
2026 ESC Guidelines on Cardiac Rehabilitation
The release of the first ESC Guidelines on cardiac rehabilitation is a timely initiative, complementing the existing recommendations in contemporary ESC Guidelines and other ESC scientific documents.
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Driven by science, united for patients
We are a volunteer-led, not-for-profit medical society. Our members and decision-makers are scientists, clinicians, nurses and allied professionals working in all fields of cardiology.
We unite national cardiac societies from around the world. This unique network allows us to understand the impact of cardiovascular disease and how we can better reduce its burden. Our diversity is our strength.
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We know you're busy, so we've made it simple to develop your knowledge across three levels: Core Cardiology, Subspecialty and Expert.
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