World Heart Day was created to inform people around the globe that heart disease and stroke are the world’s leading cause of death. This year the theme remains "Wellness in the Workplace". It will be celebrated around the world on Sunday 26 September2010.
The World Heart Federation rheumatic heart disease network (RHDnet) is an international resource developed for clinicians, health practicioners and policy-makers in countries where the disease is still common.
Much of the food we eat everyday contains saturated and trans fats. You may be unaware that they are there, but inside your body they can have quite an impact, putting you at greater risk of heart disease.
Find out about the World Congress of Cardiology Scientific Sessions 2010 which was held from 16 to 19 June in Beijing, China. Main highlights from the World Congress as well as press releases in Chinese and English are available online.
This campaign aims to reduce cardiovascular disease in women by building global attention and commitment. Take action to reduce the number of deaths and disability from heart disease and stroke.
Eat for Goals! is about good food, cooking and football. It has been created to encourage young people to be more conscious of living active lifestyles and eating well. This book is available in different languages.
The World Heart Federation is a supporter of Heart Age as it engages people in their heart health and encourages them to take positive diet and lifestyle changes. Heart Age is estimating and expressing preventable CVD risk factors.