Highlights

15/10/2026

The heart of the matter: new resources on cardiovascular health at work

Cardiovascular diseases account for 1.71 million deaths each year in the EU. They are also the second most common cause of work-related fatalities.

As part of EU-OSHA’s large-scale research programme on the subject, a series of new publications analyse existing regulations, strategies and initiatives aimed at preventing cardiovascular diseases and promoting effective return to and retention at work.

Explore the new web section on cardiovascular health at work to learn more about workplace risk factors and EU policy action.