02 Mar 26

Three JACARDI pilots showcased at the 45th French Hypertension Days

Hypertension affects over 17 million French adults, yet half remain unaware of their condition. Three innovative JACARDI pilots, designed to help address these gaps, were showcased to more than 500 healthcare professionals from French-speaking countries.

Ireland JACARDI Consortium group picture, HSE and Croí Heart and Stroke Charity

24 Feb 26

From pilots to policy: highlights from the Irish JACARDI Heart Health Symposium

The Irish JACARDI Heart Health Symposium brought together clinicians, researchers, and policymakers to showcase European progress in cardiovascular and diabetes prevention. From pilot projects in five countries to discussions on women’s heart health and integrated care, the event highlighted collaboration, innovation, and patient-centred approaches.
Crowd in a square

18 Feb 26

Cardiovascular health in focus: new OECD report and JACARDI experts highlight the path from data to implementation

Cardiovascular disease remains Europe’s leading cause of death, but most cases are preventable. The new OECD report and JACARDI experts highlight how data-driven strategies, cross-sector collaboration, and the EU Safe Hearts Plan can turn evidence into action to improve cardiovascular health across the continent.

29 Jan 26

A Short Guide to Screening for Individuals at Increased Risk of Developing Cardiovascular Diseases and Type 2 Diabetes

As work progresses on a harmonized EU approach to health checks under the EU Safe Hearts Plan, JACARDI has published its Short Guide for Screening. The document provides practical, evidence-based recommendations to support the organization and implementation of effective screening activities across Europe. It is intended as a quick, accessible reference for public health professionals, […]
Call for papers IJPH

29 Jan 26

Call for papers: join the scientific debate on cardiovascular disease and diabetes

The International Journal of Public Health and Public Health Reviews launch a joint call for papers on cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Aligned with JACARDI, the special issue invites original research, reviews, and policy briefs to strengthen equitable and sustainable public health responses.
Safe Hearts Plan visual

22 Jan 26

How JACARDI can support the implementation of the EU Safe Hearts Plan

Benedetta Armocida, coordinator of JACARDI, presented the Joint Action’s role in shaping screening and early detection approaches under the Safe Hearts Plan, during a dedicated webinar organized by the European Commission.

17 Dec 25

Navigating adulthood with juvenile-onset type 1 diabetes: a scoping review on education, employment and quality of life

While it is a matter of debate how juvenile-onset type 1 diabetes affects academic achievements, there is general agreement that it leads to persistent disadvantages in employment and HRQoL in adulthood.
Cardiovascular Health Plan visual

17 Dec 25

A defining CVH moment in Europe: The Commission announced the Safe Hearts Plan

“When Europe acts together, we do not simply improve systems, we improve lives”, points out Benedetta Armocida, Coordinator of JACARDI, as the European Union’s Cardiovascular Health Plan is launched
UN declaration on NCDs

17 Dec 25

A historic step for global health: UN adopts declaration on NCDs and mental health

This declaration marks a pivotal shift in global health policy, setting concrete, measurable targets for 2030 and calling on governments to act with urgency, equity and accountability.

16 Dec 25

Croí’s Healthy Hearts Club: empowering patients in heart disease self-management

Croí is leading Ireland’s Healthy Hearts Club as one of JACARDI’s pilot projects, providing a crucial support system to patients after their initial cardiac rehabilitation.

15 Dec 25

Sarah Cuschieri: Transforming small-state initiatives into the strength of Europe

Dr. Sarah Cuschieri highlights how small states can rapidly test and scale CVD and diabetes prevention through JACARDI, emphasising collaboration, data solidarity, equity, and women’s leadership, while encouraging young researchers to persist with confidence.

12 Dec 25

Five decisive actions to transform Europe’s NCD monitoring systems: “What gets measured gets prioritised”

A new policy paper jointly developed by JACARDI, JA PreventNCD, and the WHO Regional Office for Europe, highlights key areas for advancing data-driven policymaking to curb the rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), setting the stage for a more effective and equitable healthcare in Europe.