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.
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.
Survey

19 Mar 26

Advancing cardiovascular prevention: regional results from the Italian Health Examination Survey – CUORE Project

Early results from four Italian regions reveal a substantial burden of modifiable cardiovascular risk factors, with gaps in awareness and treatment. The CUORE Project has shared these early findings with regional stakeholders and continues across all seven regions to support prevention, early detection, and targeted health promotion.

19 Mar 26

Work ability literacy in action: how Finnish leaders are strengthening workplace resilience

In Finland, supporting employee well-being is taking a structured, proactive approach through the concept of work ability literacy. Through JACARDI pilot interventions led by the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, healthcare and social services leaders are gaining tools and strategies to foster healthier, more resilient work communities.

18 Mar 26

Equity Lens: JACARDI’s 4Cs framework brings structure to advancing equity and diversity in diabetes and cardiovascular health

JACARDI’s 4Cs framework, critical reflection, context and data, co‑design, and inclusive and accessible communication, guides public health professionals to embed equity and diversity in diabetes and cardiovascular health. The framework and tools support teams across Europe.

17 Mar 26

Cantabrians take control of their health: new workshops for heart health and diabetes

IDIVAL is running community-based interventions in Cantabria to help people with diabetes and cardiovascular disease develop skills, confidence, and actionable self-management plans.

17 Mar 26

Diabetes Data Cell: From fragmented data to a national policy tool

The Diabetes Data Cell project, developed by Sciensano within JACARDI, is building Belgium’s first comprehensive national diabetes dataset by linking clinical and administrative healthcare data. By following patients across care settings, the initiative provides valuable evidence to support better diabetes policy, care quality monitoring, and health system planning.
Bangladeshi community at the diabetes education course

17 Mar 26

Diabetes education course supports the Bangladeshi community in the Marche region

The Marche region’s free Type 2 diabetes course supported the Bangladeshi community with culturally adapted guidance. Watch the video to hear participants share their experiences and how it’s helping daily life.
Mother and baby

16 Mar 26

Breastfeeding and the first 1000 days: an overlooked frontier for disease prevention and health promotion in Europe

A guest article from the JA PreventNCD team highlights breastfeeding and the first 1,000 days as a key, yet overlooked, opportunity to prevent cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. It presents strong evidence of long-term benefits for both children and mothers, and points to ongoing European actions, including the rollout of the Baby Friendly Community and Health Services model.
JACARDI at JARED Consortium day

11 Mar 26

Strengthening European Health: JACARDI at the JARED Consortium Day

At the JARED Consortium Day, JACARDI highlighted how coordinated strategies across cardiovascular disease and diabetes prevention can strengthen European health interventions and support a cohesive approach to NCDs.