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

What we share

News

Italian science to policy training group picture

02 Sep 26

No one can build this bridge alone: JACARDI strengthens the science–policy interface

Generating robust evidence is essential, but evidence alone does not lead to lasting public health impact. Through science-to-policy training across 18 European countries, JACARDI is helping experts translate project results into policy and practice. A two-day training in Italy shows how pilot teams are making their findings clear, relevant and actionable for decision-makers.
JACARDI as proof of concept for the safe hearts plan

19 Jun 26

JACARDI as a proof-of-concept for Europe’s Safe Hearts Plan

The article highlights how JACARDI’s portfolio of over 140 pilots across Europe, spanning life course approaches, prevention, early detection and integrated care, can help translate cardiovascular disease and diabetes strategies into real-world impact.

Events

28 – 2 October 2026

EASD Annual Meeting 2026

27 – 30 September 2026

ISQua’s 42nd International Conference
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