Webinar: Protecting one billion hearts at the 78th World Health Assembly

two speakers at the world heart federation and resolve to save lives side event on access to high blood pressure medications for hypertension at the World Health Assembly 2025

Every day, thousands of preventable deaths occur because people can’t access affordable blood pressure medicines. This year at the 78th World Health Assembly, Resolve to Save Lives and the World Heart Federation co-hosted a side event highlighting the transformative potential of improving access to medicines for hypertension.

This high-impact gathering sparked the collaborations needed to protect one billion hearts worldwide through equitable access to quality treatment for high blood pressure.

Watch the webinar to:

 

  • Hear real-world examples of reducing cardiovascular deaths from representatives of countries including South Korea, Bangladesh, Qatar, and Ethiopia 
  • Get inspired by breakthrough strategies to overcome supply chain and financing barriers
  • Connect with health leaders pioneering access to affordable medicines
  • Discover solutions to implement life-saving policies in your country or region

 

Learn more about the barrier of medicine access through captivating audience questions from the event, and watch this high-level video that explains how governments and donors can help bridge the gap.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a global movement that will save millions of lives. Join the coalitionshare with your networks, and commit to improve heart health in your country.