Welcome on Behalf of the Editors!

A new editorial team for the European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing: building on successes and mapping new horizons

“…Together with the annual congress, today known as EuroHeartCare, the journal aimed to keep cardiovascular nurses up-to-date with the latest developments in science and in practice. 1 This was in alignment with the mission of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) at the time of "improving the quality of life of the European population by reducing the impact of cardiovascular disease". 2,3 Over the past 20 years, the Journal has substantially grown in reach.…”

Standing on the shoulders of giants: Reflecting on the history and creation of the new Association of Cardiovascular Nursing and Allied Professions

“…Attie Immink was vital in founding the Working Group and was followed by six chairpersons who contributed to growth and development. 1,2 Three very important initiatives were undertaken by the Working Group: the annual spring meetings, the launch of the now top-ranking European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing in 2002 3 and the establishment of the Undertaking Nursing Interventions Throughout Europe (UNITE) Study Group in 2000, 4 which aimed to carry out international research with significant impact on patient care. 2…”

The Science Committee of the CCNAP: Eager to Start

“…While still a Working group, important steps were undertaken in improving education and to support and initiate research activities in cardiovascular nursing. One was to initiate the European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing (EJCN) in 2002 [7] and another was the formation of the Undertaking Nursing Interventions Throughout Europe (UNITE) Study Group. UNITE includes cardiovascular nursing researchers from European countries with the aim to propagate international research in the field of cardiac nursing [8].…”