RATIONALE FOR THE MEETING
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of morbidity and
mortality worldwide, posing a significant burden on healthcare systems
and societies. Despite substantial advances in diagnostics and therapeutic
interventions, the prevention of cardiovascular disease remains a primary
challenge in global health. Understanding and mitigating risk factors, implementing
personalized prevention strategies, and integrating innovative
scientific approaches are essential to reducing the impact of CVDs.
The “Cardiovascular Diseases: Novel Approaches to Prevention” meeting
in Riga aims to bring together leading experts, researchers, and clinicians
to discuss state-of-the-art strategies for CVD prevention. The program will
cover a wide range of topics, including risk estimation, lipid management,
hypertension control, diabetes-related cardiovascular risk, post-myocardial
infarction care, and the emerging role of artificial intelligence in preventive
medicine.
Through a series of lectures, panel discussions, and interactive sessions,
participants will have the opportunity to explore cutting-edge research,
share best practices, and discuss future directions for CVD prevention. By
fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, this meeting aspires to
shape the next era of cardiovascular prevention strategies and contribute
to reducing the global burden of CVDs.
We look forward to engaging discussions and impactful insights that will
pave the way for improved patient outcomes and innovative preventive approaches
in cardiovascular medicine.
Alberico L. Catapano
Ian Graham
Karlis Trusinskis