We are proud to announce the official launch of PIA, a new European project funded by the EU4Health Programme, dedicated to the prevention and health promotion of non-communicable diseases (NCDs)— with a particular focus on cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, especially among vulnerable populations.
The project is coordinated by Portuguese Red Cross, through its Disaster Management Department and Health School, and is developed in collaboration with the Spanish, Slovenian, Italian, and Hungarian Red Cross societies. With representation in 5 European countries, this partnership brings together extensive expertise and commitment to addressing one of Europe’s most urgent public health challenges.
PIA project is structured around three core objectives:
✅ Raising public awareness of NCDs, especially in vulnerable communities;
✅ Developing a Sudden Death Prevention Program targeting cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, to be implemented within educational settings;
✅ Delivering evidence-based interventions focused on effective NCD prevention strategies. Together, the consortium is working to design and implement innovative, impactful, and sustainable solutions that contribute to
a healthier future for all.