The Valdecilla Health Research Institute (IDIVAL), through its Nursing Research Group, is launching two free online courses as part of the European JACARDI project (Joint Action on Cardiovascular Diseases and Diabetes). These trainings, endorsed by the Cantabrian Health Service, are designed to promote self-care and health literacy among the population.
The JACARDI project aims to reduce the health and economic impact of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, two of the leading causes of healthcare expenditure in the European Union. In Cantabria, IDIVAL is leading this initiative with the goal of improving people’s quality of life and reducing the healthcare burden through health education and the promotion of healthy habits.
Two courses accessible to everyone
The first course, “Managing Diabetes and Cardiovascular Diseases: Empowering Your Health – A Comprehensive Course for Patients”, is aimed at individuals living with these conditions, as well as their families and anyone interested in learning practical self-management strategies. It is set to begin on Wednesday, March 5.
The second course, “Take Care of Yourself: Heart-Healthy Lifestyles”, is designed for the general public and provides simple guidelines on nutrition, physical activity, rest, and stress management to improve cardiovascular health. It will start on Monday, March 17.
Both courses will be available for free on the website of the Cantabrian School of Health (https://www.escuelacantabradesalud.es/) and on the official page of the JACARDI project in Cantabria (https://www.idival.org/jacardi-en-cantabria/).
A commitment to public health
JACARDI is an active initiative in 18 European countries that involves healthcare professionals from various disciplines in Cantabria, including nursing, psychology, physiotherapy, nutrition, and medicine from the Cantabrian Health Service and the University of Cantabria.
The launch of these courses is part of JACARDI’s strategies to enhance health literacy, encourage disease self-management, and promote healthier lifestyles, thus helping to reduce the economic, emotional, and healthcare burden of these conditions.
For more information about the JACARDI project in Cantabria, visit the official project page: https://www.idival.org/jacardi-en-cantabria/.
