Heart Failure Policy Network
@HFPolicyNetwork
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We are a multidisciplinary network of patient advocates, HCPs and policymakers. We work to raise awareness of #HeartFailure among decision-makers across #Europe
Joined March 2016
Shifting heart failure care from acute to community settings can help alleviate pressure on health systems, improve care coordination and reduce hospitalisations. You can read more in our case study 👇 https://t.co/Ffp5EPKpaM
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HFPN Network Director Ed Harding presented a case study on preventing hospital admissions in heart failure at the PHSSR Global Summit.
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1 in 4 people won’t return to work in the year following hospitalisation for HF. This places an unsustainable burden on health systems and economies. A European Cardiovascular Health Plan that includes HF is urgently needed. #CVHPlan #HeartFailureMission
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Driving political urgency in heart failure across the EU.
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Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. 1 in 3 people with #HeartFailure also live with depression. Yet mental health is still commonly overlooked in cardiovascular policy. Read our call to action now:
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The HFPN published a new call to action to raise awareness of the relationship between heart failure and mental health, and drive change for this issue at EU level.
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Nurse-led heart failure care 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? #HeartFailureMission Find out more: https://t.co/Mu6zFtg6TR
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Did you know that #HeartFailure affects around 1 in 4 people in their lifetime? It 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. https://t.co/oZoSUFB5r4
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Heart failure is a common but complex clinical syndrome where the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body's needs.
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💜On #WorldHeartDay, we’re calling for action. #HeartFailure deserves visibility, investment and policy change. Let’s make every heartbeat count. #CardiovascularHealth #HeartFailureMission
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Are you interested in informing policymakers about the importance of addressing heart failure? Our website contains many resources to support advocates across Europe. You can access our resources here: https://t.co/YJMuQf1y8A
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HFPN produces a range of materials to help advocate for change to heart failure policy across Europe.
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Many people with #HeartFailure are diagnosed late, but how can we accelerate #diagnosis? Rapid-access diagnostic clinics allow faster referral to cardiologists. Earlier diagnosis leads to improved outcomes.
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This report focuses on early diagnosis of heart failure in community settings, identifying four key areas of innovation.
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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. Read our infographic to learn more:
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#HeartFailure is a major public health challenge across Europe. It is a leading cause of preventable hospitalisation and accounts for up to 2% of health system spending.
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Driving political urgency in heart failure across the EU.
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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. Find out more: https://t.co/b9Z3jzBpTQ
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Specialist HF nurses are so vital! @HCRGCareGroup
Specialist nurse-led care can reduce #HeartFailure hospital readmissions by up to 33%. Yet most EU Member States lack sufficient HF specialist nursing capacity. Share our call to action for dedicated funding and training schemes from the EU. https://t.co/Mu6zFtg6TR
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Specialist nurse-led care can reduce #HeartFailure hospital readmissions by up to 33%. Yet most EU Member States lack sufficient HF specialist nursing capacity. Share our call to action for dedicated funding and training schemes from the EU. https://t.co/Mu6zFtg6TR
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The #EuropeanUnion’s Call for Evidence on the Cardiovascular Health Plan closes on 15 September! Get in touch to share best practices and become involved in our submission on #HeartFailure. Let’s make sure #HF gets the attention it deserves. #EUHealthPolicy
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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. https://t.co/oZoSUFB5r4
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Would you like to be part of a global heart failure community and help drive policy change? Check out our new HFPN members page to learn about our current members. Email info@hfpolicynetwork.org or DM us if you want more information about the Network. https://t.co/YNoXehiPm9
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Did you know that #HeartFailure is one of the leading cause of preventable hospitalisations in Europe? Despite this, the condition continues to lack political recognition. We want to change this. https://t.co/b9Z3jzAS4i
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Driving political urgency in heart failure across the EU.
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Worsening #HeartFailure is under-recognised, underdiagnosed and undertreated. We need to raise awareness among healthcare professionals and patients to increase early detection and improve treatment . https://t.co/jA9tBh0PW9
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The Heart Failure Policy Network has launched the 'Spotlight on worsening heart failure', which highlights the actions that decision-makers can take to prevent heart failure hospitalisations.
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Many people with #HeartFailure are diagnosed late, but how can we accelerate #diagnosis? Rapid-access diagnostic clinics allow faster referral to cardiologists. Earlier diagnosis leads to improved outcomes. https://t.co/0LzMDGOQbz
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New study shows AI-powered handheld echo can match expert interpretation in detecting #HeartFailure. A game-changer for heart failure diagnosis and care pathways. #AIinHealthcare #Echocardiography #DigitalHealth Read more
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