"One in Five EU Heart Deaths Tied to Environment: A Call for Change"

A new report reveals that environmental factors contribute to one in five deaths from cardiovascular disease in Europe, underscoring the urgent need for effective policies to combat pollution.

• The European Environment Agency reported that around 1 in 5 cardiovascular disease deaths in Europe are linked to air pollution, extreme temperatures, and harmful chemical substances.
• In 2022, over 1.7 million people died from cardiovascular disease in the EU, accounting for one third of all deaths across the European Economic Area.
• The EEA briefing emphasizes that by implementing stringent environmental policies, millions of lives could be saved from heart disease linked to pollution and chemical exposure.