National cardiovascular plans under European leadership? Top experts in the field discussed at the international conference

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of mortality in Europe and worldwide and, in addition to countless human tragedies, represent a significant economic burden on healthcare systems. While some countries have made significant strides in the fight against CVD in recent years, concerted action at the European level appears to be the most effective. What strategic approach should the European Union take to address cardiovascular disease? We asked participants of the international cardiology conference organised by the Healthcare Daily, the proceedings of which are recorded in a series of articles (see proceedings) and a video capturing the most interesting insights of the invited experts.