Poster for World Congress on Rheumatic Heart Disease, held from November 11 to 14, 2026, in Perth, Australia, with logos of the World Heart Federation and Heart Foundation Australia, and colorful icons representing heart and health.

WELCOME TO THE WORLD CONGRESS ON RHEUMATIC HEART DISEASE 2026

11 - 14 NOVEMBER 2026 | PAN PACIFIC HOTEL PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA

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In 2023, the inaugural World Congress on Rheumatic Heart Disease, hosted by the World Heart Federation in partnership with other leading organisations in the field, brought together global experts on rheumatic heart disease (RHD), including researchers, practitioners, patients and advocates, to discover the latest research, engage with global leaders, and explore practical and effective solutions to ending rheumatic heart disease once and for all.

Virtually eradicated in large parts of the world, RHD continues to have a devastating impact on vulnerable communities in sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, South and South-East Asia and the Western Pacific, affecting 55 million people and claiming more than 360,000 lives every year.

From 11-14 November 2026, the World Heart Federation and the National Heart Foundation of Australia are co-organising the second edition of the World Congress on Rheumatic Heart Disease in Perth, Australia. We are delighted to bring the world of Rheumatic Heart Disease to Australia, where RHD continues to disproportionately affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, reflecting persistent inequities experienced by First Nations communities. At the same time, our programme will frame this national context within the broader global landscape, recognising that the highest burden remains in low- and middle-income countries, particularly across Africa, South America, and the Asian-Pacific region.

The Congress will feature a diverse and engaging scientific programme, coupled with initiatives to support attendance and programme involvement through travel grants and abstract submission.

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