UC Irvine

Groundbreaking strategies for preventive cardiology were showcased at the 2024 American Society for Preventive Cardiology (ASPC) Congress on Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Prevention held in Salt Lake City, Utah, from August 2nd to 4th, 2024. The event featured 69 moderators and 13 scientific sessions comprised of 98 topics, 36 satellite events, 133 poster presentations, and 27 lifestyle classes. The conference highlighted innovative strategies focused on integrating cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic health, presenting a cohesive approach for managing complex, interrelated conditions. Pivotal studies have addressed the role of lipid-lowering therapies, the benefits of early statin initiation, and the importance of precision medicine in preventing CVD. The ASPCs emphasis on translating this research into practical clinical tools has the potential to revolutionize preventive care strategies, making strides toward reducing the burden of CVD globally and improving long-term patient outcomes through personalized and early intervention approaches.