World Heart Federation

We connect and inspire the global cardiovascular community to achieve stronger health systems and healthier hearts ❤️

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

Congenital heart disease is among the most common birth defects. Many children need life-saving treatment in their first year, yet over 90% in lower- and middle-income countries lack access to timely care.

Read our full #WorldHeartReport 2026 on CHD: https://t.co/ce8rojPf0j

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

Have a bold idea to tackle rheumatic heart disease?

Pitch it at the 2nd World Congress on Rheumatic Heart Disease 2026, receive expert mentoring, and compete for AUD $25,000 in seed funding.

Apply by 19 July: https://t.co/cUUCnymmGt #EndRHD

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

🌡️ As temperatures continue to rise across the globe, heat-related illnesses are becoming increasingly dangerous.

Recognizing the signs of heatstroke could save a life.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and help spread awareness by sharing this post.

[ACC Media Center @ACCmediacenter]

A new international expert consensus document developed by @American_Heart, @ACCinTouch, @escardio and @worldheartfed updates how #HeartFailure is identified and classified, aiming to improve prevention, diagnosis and care. Get the details: https://t.co/LFhxB5UdfR #JACC @JACCJournals

[Team Heart @TeamHeartRwanda]

@worldheartfed

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

The World Congress on Rheumatic Heart Disease (Perth, 11–14 November) is calling for abstracts across all areas of work:

🧪 Clinical research
🔬 Basic & translational science
🏥 Health systems & implementation science
🗣️ Advocacy

Apply by 2 July: https://t.co/QTRblOgFDt

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

How can we accurately measure blood pressure? And how to deliver treatment to the millions who need it?

In our latest podcast episode, Prof @alta_schutte & Prof @DrDPrabhakaran explore one of the most important challenges in cardiovascular health today: https://t.co/sGMwb9wqjP

[Dr. Simón Barquera @SBarquera]

🫀How to obtain funding to improve treatment of Neglected Cardiac Diseases?

➡️ Improve Obesity and NCD prevention policies such as healthy taxes, warning labels, school policies and marketing regulations. This will reduce demand of health services and increase resources for health.

#WorldHeartSummit
#WHA79 #WHA2026

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

@jeemon79 @antonystanley09 @GCRF @HeartFailure_HU @escardio @NITIAayog @Arogyakeralam Thank you for helping us spread the word ❤️

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

@ChdfNigeria We're so glad to hear that! ❤️

[The Congenital Heart Disease Foundation of Nigeria @ChdfNigeria]

Currently present it’s been amazing so far

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

A heartfelt thank you to everyone joining the #WorldHeartSummit this weekend, whether here in Geneva or online ❤️

You can still join us today! https://t.co/IYsRN0NOrh

[INOCA INTERNATIONAL @InocaInternati1]

Panel 2 discussing key findings and insights from the World Heart Report 2026 on congenital heart disease https://t.co/839yO5QykR

#patientcare #awareness #hearthealth #worldheartreport @worldheartfed @LubbDup
#dontmissabeat

https://t.co/839yO5QykR
https://t.co/HEjyjSw1di

[Kenneth Connell MD PhD FACP FRCP FACC 👨🏾‍⚕️🇧🇧 @ConnellDr]

@worldheartfed at the WHF meeting ahead of #WHA76 @WHO driving the URGENCY of CVD in political spaces to save MILLIONS of lives. Politicians have a responsibility to run the BEST leg of with the Olympic torch, even if they are not at the final destination. @christufton @miaamormottley @HealthCaribbean @ncdalliance

[Fausto Pinto @fjpinto1960]

World Heart Report 2026 on Congenital Heart Disease being launched #Worldheartsummit in Geneva @worldheartfed

[INOCA INTERNATIONAL @InocaInternati1]

Excellent discussions today from the first panel at The 2026 World Heart Federation in Geneva! 😃
@worldheartfed #hearthealth #dontmissabeat

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

The #WorldHeartSummit 2026 has officially begun in Geneva, and today's focus is clear: turning commitment into action!

Learn more and join us online: https://t.co/IYsRN0NOrh

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

Pople around the world still consume more sodium than recommended.

In this new episode of the Global Heart Podcast, host Pablo Perel and guest Bruce Neal explore a promising alternative: potassium-enriched salt substitutes.

🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/wxVTgeKQpY

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

In just 5 days, the #WorldHeartSummit 2026 will bring together leaders across all sectors, experts, and partners, to strengthen commitment and discuss actions to advance global cardiovascular health.

We can't wait to see you there ❤️

[World Heart Federation @worldheartfed]

The countdown to the #WorldHeartSummit 2026 is on!

On 16-17 May, leaders and decision-makers in policy, finance, and research will come together to tackle some of the most pressing global challenges in cardiovascular health.

Join us: https://t.co/IYsRN0NOrh