Joint action on cardiovascular diseases and diabetes

JACARDI is the Joint Action of the European Union that supports European countries in reducing the burden of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, at both individual and health system levels. 

143 evidence-based pilot projects in 18 EU countries, with supporting evidence of improved cardiovascular diseases and diabetes prevention and management.

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What we do?
Action for patients

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Health literacy and awareness

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Data availability, quality, accessibility and sharing

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Screening high-risk populations and individuals

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Integrated care pathways

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Patients’ Self-management

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Labour participation of people living with CVD or DM

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News

Following the Safe Hearts Plan JACARDI insights series cover image

12 May 26

The geography of heart health: Why cardiovascular mortality still depends on where you live in Europe

Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the European Union. Yet the risk of dying from it can vary dramatically depending on where people live, reflecting persistent inequalities in prevention, healthcare systems, and public health policies. The Safe Hearts Plan, unveiled by the European Commission on 16 December 2025, as part of an […]
Group photo from the high-level discussion “Shaping the EU Safe Hearts Plan: regional perspectives for cardiovascular health” in Brussels.

12 May 26

Shaping the EU Safe Hearts Plan: JACARDI joins high-level dialogue on regional and local perspectives

A high-level Brussels discussion hosted by the European Committee of the Regions’ Interregional Group on Health and Well-being explored regional and local perspectives on shaping and implementing the EU Safe Hearts Plan, with JACARDI contributing to the debate ahead of the upcoming Committee of the Regions opinion.
ESC Congress 2025

28 – 31 August 2026

ESC Congress 2026
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