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Cardiovascular disease is estimated to cost the EU 2% of GDP

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Ahead of the ‘Safe Hearts Plan’ on cardiovascular disease, the Commission released a report which shows the heavy toll on Europe’s health and pocket.

The ‘State of Cardiovascular Health in the EU’ report shows that one in three deaths is caused by cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). This makes CVDs the EU’s largest cause of death (1.7 million deaths in 2022) and affects an estimated 62 million people.

Ischaemic heart disease (IHD) is the largest contributor responsible for almost one‑third of all CVD deaths from circulatory disease. Cerebrovascular disease (stroke) is the second largest contributor, accounting for just over one‑fifth of all circulatory disease deaths.

This afternoon, the Commission will unveil...

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