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Merck Foundation Marks World Heart Day with Scholarships and Community Awareness Programs

Guavy AI Editorial Team Published September 30, 2026

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Merck Foundation, a German not-for-profit organization, marked World Heart Day 2026 by building cardiovascular and diabetes care capacity in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The foundation has provided over 2,750 scholarships for healthcare providers from 52 countries in 44 critical medical specialties. Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, emphasized the importance of empowering local experts to provide specialized care.

The foundation has launched several community awareness programs, including storybooks and animation films, to educate children and families about healthy lifestyles. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of NCD deaths in Africa, with over 1 million estimated in 2019. Merck Foundation's Nationwide Diabetes & Hypertension Blue Points Program aims to raise awareness and promote prevention.

Merck Foundation Marks World Heart Day with Scholarships and Community Awareness Programs

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