Heart Failure Policy Network

Heart and kidney health can’t be treated in silos. This #WorldKidneyDay, we call for integrated, person‑centred care to deliver better outcomes for people living with both #HeartFailure and #KidneyDisease.

Did you know that #HeartFailure is one of the leading causes of preventable hospitalisations in Europe? Yet, the condition lacks political recognition – and we want to change that. hfpolicynetwork.org/european-heart…

As one of the leading causes of preventable hospitalisations in Europe, #HeartFailure must be prioritised in EU funding and policy for cardiovascular disease. #HeartFailureMission #hospitalisations hfpolicynetwork.org/european-heart…

Nurse-led heart failure care models can reduce hospital readmissions by up to 33%. But most EU Member States do not invest enough in #HeartFailure specialist nursing. What can @EU_Health do to address this gap?

Our website contains details of our #HeartFailureMission campaign to make #HeartFailure a policy priority in Europe. Our resources, including the Mission Statement and advocacy toolkit, are free to download. hfpolicynetwork.org/european-heart…

Are you interested in informing policymakers about the importance of addressing heart failure? Our website contains many resources to support advocates across Europe. Access all our resources here: hfpolicynetwork.org/resources/

As one of the leading causes of preventable hospitalisations in Europe, #HeartFailure must be prioritised in funding and policy for cardiovascular disease across EU Member States. #HeartFailureMission Find out more: hfpolicynetwork.org/european-heart…

Specialist nurse-led care can reduce #HeartFailure hospital readmissions by up to 33%. Yet most European countries lack capacity in heart failure specialist #nursing. Explore our call to action: hfpolicynetwork.org/wp-content/upl…

Did you know that #HeartFailure affects around 1 in 4 people in their lifetime? Heart failure is the leading cause of preventable hospitalisations in Europe. If every country had a dedicated heart failure plan in place, many deaths could be avoided. hfpolicynetwork.org/what-is-heart-…

2025 was a year of impact for HFPN Key highlights: · evidence submitted for EU CVH plan · national HF guide + 17 regional summaries on Spanish CVH strategy · expansion of policy and practice series, with new Dutch report. Find out more: hfpolicynetwork.org/european-heart…

Do you want to connect with other heart failure advocates and hear about opportunities to participate in HFPN activities? Get in touch at: info@hfpolicynetwork.org

#HeartFailure affects nearly 500,000 people in the Netherlands – but there is still no government-endorsed national strategy to address it. Explore the urgent priorities for action in our new country profile, commissioned by the Netherlands Heart Institute. hfpolicynetwork.org/new-country-pr…

Each year in the EU, there are around 1.75 million preventable hospitalisations related to heart failure. These place a heavy burden on health systems and could be addressed through earlier #HeartFailure diagnosis and care. Find out more: hfpolicynetwork.org/wp-content/upl…

A CVH plan without #HeartFailure is the wrong plan for Europe. 15m Europeans live with HF – a leading cause of avoidable hospitalisations in people over 65. The EU must act to: ✅ cut CV admissions by 20% ✅ screen 80% of individuals from high-risk groups annually for HF #EUHealthPolicy #HFPN

Tackling #HeartFailure is crucial for ensuring a sustainable and resilient Europe. As one of the leading causes of preventable hospitalisations, HF must be prioritised in EU funding and policy for cardiovascular disease. #HeartFailureMission #hospitalisations hfpolicynetwork.org/european-heart…

Almost half of people living with #HeartFailure in the Netherlands may not know they have it. Our latest country profile – commissioned by the Netherlands Heart Institute as part of HFPN’s policy and practice series – calls for coordinated national leadership, stronger primary care involvement and investment in the workforce. Find out more: hfpolicynetwork.org/new-country-pr…

#HeartFailure affects nearly 500,000 people in the Netherlands – but there is still no government-endorsed national strategy to address it. Our new country profile, commissioned by the Netherlands Heart Institute, highlights urgent priorities for action and showcases promising Dutch initiatives. Find out more: hfpolicynetwork.org/new-country-pr…

Over 1/3 of people with #HeartFailure also live with #Diabetes. This can worsen outcomes and quality of life. On World Diabetes Day, we call for integrated, person-centred care that reflects the realities of living with multiple conditions. hfpolicynetwork.org/wp-content/upl…

Join us next week at the European Parliament! On 18 November, we will be hosting an event with MEP Romana Jerković: ‘Early detection, better care: Heart Failure as a priority in the EU Cardiovascular Health Plan’. Register now: forms.office.com/Pages/Response…

“I didn't think about air pollution inside the building. I would assume that all buildings are safer than outside.” Indoor air quality is important for wellbeing, especially in busy airports. Find out how advanced filtration systems can help create healthier spaces. Watch this story and many more in Beats of Change, a series presented by @WHF and produced by @BBCStoryWorks: worldheart.org/beats-of-change