Algeria Establishes National Commission to Boost Cardiovascular Disease Care

Algeria has launched a National Commission for Cardiovascular Diseases, a strategic move to bolster its national health system. Minister of Health Mohamed Sedik Aït Messaoudène emphasized that developing cardiology and cardiovascular surgery is a fundamental goal.

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The development of cardiology and cardiovascular surgery constitutes one of the fundamental axes for strengthening the national health system.

The commission aims to create a national vision based on scientific expertise and forward planning. This initiative seeks to better meet citizens' health needs and improve patient care across all of Algeria's provinces. Cardiovascular diseases pose a significant public health challenge, ranking among the leading causes of mortality.

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They are among the main causes of mortality.

Globally, the World Health Organization reports that cardiovascular diseases caused 19.8 million deaths in 2022, accounting for approximately 32% of all global fatalities. Heart attacks and strokes were responsible for 85% of these deaths. The new commission is tasked with crucial consultative and scientific missions to advance cardiology and cardiovascular surgery.

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19.8 million people died of CVD in 2022, accounting for about 32% of all deaths worldwide.

Key responsibilities include identifying national needs in the field, developing a comprehensive vision for essential medical equipment, and proposing measures for optimal care organization. This extends to both pre-hospital and hospital settings, with a particular focus on acute coronary syndromes. The commission will also devise a roadmap for developing specialized cardiac interventions and recommend practices to maintain high standards of medical care.

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Among these deaths, 85% were caused by a myocardial infarction or a stroke.