World Congress of Cardiology & Cardiovascular Health 2018

World Congress of Cardiology & Cardiovascular Health 2018 (WCC 2018) to be hosted in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from 5 - 8 December 2018 in partnership with the Emirates Cardiac Society and the Gulf Heart Association.The World Heart Federation is hosting an outstanding line up of world leaders in cardiology, cardiovascular medicine and health with a focus on the emerging burden of circulatory diseases in middle and low income countries. The WCC is centred around the WHO global goal of reducing premature mortality from cardiovascular diseases by 25% by 2025 (“25 by 25”) and welcomes all those professions engaged in cardiovascular health including cardiologists, general physicians, general practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals, medical students and other health professionals in training. There will be 100 interactive sessions including state of the art symposia, workshops, live demonstrations clinical case presentations, debates and opportunities to meet and question the experts. Given the alarming increase in mortality from cardiovascular disease in the Middle East, and the enthusiasm, support and determination of all the World Heart Federation partners in the region, we are excited that the WCC is returning to Dubai and look forward to welcoming you.