Deutsche Herzstiftung e.V.

The Deutsche Herzstiftung e.V. is the largest non-profit and independent patient organization in the field of cardiovascular diseases in Germany. Founded in 1979, the organization now has over 87,000 members, including 1,700 parents of children with heart diseases[2][3][5].

• Independent Information and Education: The Deutsche Herzstiftung informs the public about heart diseases, current therapies, and meaningful ways to prevent illness. This is done through extensive guides, brochures, leaflets, and regular newsletters sent to over 300,000 recipients[1][3][5].
• Research Promotion: The organization promotes patient-centered research projects, particularly in the area of cardiovascular diseases. An example of this is the newly introduced science award "Frauenherzen," which focuses on gender-specific differences in coronary heart disease[5].
• Medical Advice: Through written and telephone consultations, patients can obtain medical advice from renowned heart specialists who are part of the Scientific Advisory Board of the heart foundation[1][3].
• Events and Campaigns: The Deutsche Herzstiftung organizes nationwide awareness campaigns and events to raise awareness of heart health and support patients[1][3][4].

The main mission of the Deutsche Herzstiftung is to educate heart patients and interested parties independently and comprehensively about cardiovascular diseases and to promote patient-centered research. The organization advocates for a significant reduction in cardiovascular diseases and works towards fewer people dying from heart disease. Another focus is on prevention from childhood to prevent heart diseases from developing in the first place[3][5].

• Health Promotion: The Deutsche Herzstiftung is committed to more prevention and improved quality of life for heart patients. This includes promoting a healthy lifestyle and educating about the risks of cardiovascular diseases[1][3][5].
• Climate Protection and Health: The organization highlights the impacts of climate change on the heart and circulation and calls for political measures to protect particularly vulnerable groups from the acute effects of extreme heat and air pollution[2][5].
• Voluntary Engagement: The Deutsche Herzstiftung is supported by broad voluntary engagement. Volunteer representatives tirelessly advocate for heart patients and their education[3][4].

The Deutsche Herzstiftung operates independently of economic interests and receives no government funding. It is financed through membership fees, donations, and legacies, ensuring its independence and integrity[5].

• 1 - https://herzstiftung.de
• 2 - https://www.betterplace.org/de/organisations/22474-deutsche-herzstiftung-e-v
• 3 - https://herzstiftung.de/ueber-uns
• 4 - https://www.ehrenamtsstiftung-mv.de/vereine/deutsche-herzstiftung-e.v./
• 5 - https://www.datagraphis.de/rund-ums-herz