It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Professor Bongani Mayosi on July 27 2018. Prof. Mayosi was an inspiration to many and a great leader in work that reached across boundaries and touched people across continents, a great friend, who always found time to share in the lives of those around him and a great mentor, whose support and counsel led us to aspire for and achieve what was not thought possible.

This year for World Heart Day, the World Heart Federation (a founding partner of RHD Action) is asking people around the world to make a promise... "for my heart, for your heart, for all our hearts"

The Medtronic Foundation is seeking applications for the Bakken Invitation, a global program that recognizes and connects inspiring individuals who have benefited from medical technology and are now making a difference in communities through advocacy, innovation and volunteering. 

The second edition of Tools for Implementing RHD Control Programmes (TIPs) was launched in Geneva at the RHD Action side event to the World Health Assembly earlier this week. Event speakers highlighted the role of TIPs as a foundational resource to support delivery of high quality RHD programmes following the WHO resolution on RHD.