In Europe, the silent toll of heart disease continues to rise. According to 2022 data from the European Union, over 5 million people died that year, with cardiovascular diseases - encompassing heart attacks and strokes - emerging as the leading cause, claiming nearly 1.7 million lives.
That figure accounts for 33% of all deaths, surpassing the combined totals of the next two leading causes. The stark reality? This epidemic is age-driven, with approximately 90% of these cases occurring in individuals over 65. Comparatively, 85% of all EU deaths - around 4.4 million people - were among this older demographic.
The burden is especially heavy in Central and Eastern Europe, where smoking and hypertension are widespread, fueling higher rates of cardiovascular mortality. As the continent grapples with an aging population, the urgency to address these preventable conditions grows. Protecting your heart isn’t just a personal choice - it’s a public health imperative.
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