10 Jun 26

INCLIVA brings workplace health education to workers and employers across Spain

INCLIVA’s workplace health education pilot is developing online training for workers and employers across Spain, supporting cardiovascular risk awareness, self-care and workplace inclusion. The initiative was presented at Conecta INCLIVA in Valencia, where patients, researchers, clinicians and regional health representatives came together to discuss cardiovascular health, diabetes and citizen involvement in research.

09 Jun 26

From a European project to a permanent resource for citizens: how Cantabria is building a sustainable and inclusive health education model

In Cantabria, a free online health education course is helping people living with diabetes and cardiovascular disease better understand their conditions and strengthen self-care. Developed with patients, healthcare professionals and community organisations, the initiative is being integrated into the Cantabrian School of Health to remain available to citizens beyond the project.

09 Jun 26

Making patient experience count: Finland’s JACARDI pilot brings patient voices into diabetes care

A JACARDI pilot in Finland is testing how digital patient-reported outcome measures can bring people’s everyday experiences into diabetes care, supporting more patient-centred, value-based healthcare.

09 Jun 26

Equity Lens: Reframing NCD surveillance for equity-driven health systems

Small European states such as Malta can offer valuable lessons for equity-driven NCD surveillance, helping make hidden inequities visible and supporting health systems that respond better to all population groups.

08 Jun 26

Building the path beyond research: DigiCare4You workshop focuses on scale-up

The final DigiCare4You dissemination workshop brought together European stakeholders in Brussels to discuss the project’s results and future implementation.

04 Jun 26

Migrant health service users report higher levels of discrimination in Finland

A new JACARDI study in Finland finds that people with a migrant background report discrimination in health services more often than the general population, highlighting the need for equity-driven, culturally responsive and linguistically accessible care.

Blue collar workers

26 May 26

Workbox for Inclusion: JACARDI helps build workplaces that work for everyone

The Workbox for Inclusion is a free online training programme helping organisations build more inclusive and health-supportive workplaces. Designed for managers, employers, HR professionals, disability managers and trade union representatives, it provides practical tools to assess workplace inclusiveness and develop action plans.

21 May 26

Research highlights the potential of self-measurement tools in preventing cardiovascular disease and diabetes

Findings of research on self-measurement approaches conducted within JACARDI point to the preventive potential of non-clinical methods for measuring blood glucose and cholesterol.

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.
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.
Ukraine National Stakeholder Event Group Photo

11 May 26

Building stronger prevention systems in Ukraine: insights from the Kyiv JACARDI meeting

A national JACARDI meeting in Kyiv brought together Ukrainian public health authorities, WHO, and regional disease control centres to strengthen prevention of cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes. The event highlighted findings from JACARDI pilot studies and outlined next steps for community-based prevention, screening, and health literacy.
JACARDI Masterclass series Equity Lens Antiracism

26 Apr 26

Equity Lens: Antiracism is integral to reducing health inequalities      

Since racism directly affects health outcomes, adopting an antiracist approach is integral to quality care, emphasizes Dr. Najma Yusuf, a medical doctor and an antiracism educator for the JACARDI Masterclass series.