The number of people in Jersey with heart disease could increase by 75% over the next 20 years.
The forecast has been made by the government as part of its Jersey Care Model published last month, publishing plans for major health reforms in the island.
It estimates that by the year 2036, around 1,400 people will have the life-limiting condition.
Ischaemic heart diseases accounted for 10% of all deaths in Jersey in 2018.
Tourism bosses concerned about impact of UK autumn budget
The head of Visit Jersey says there are concerns for tourism about the impact of the UK's autumn budget.
Islanders asked about diesel and petrol car phase out
Government wants islanders' input on the plans to phase out petrol and diesel cars.
Government 'must act' to protect children from online harms
A scrutiny panel is calling on Jersey's government to prioritise drawing up an online safety strategy and to fill gaps in legislation.
Jersey's skin cancer rates remain higher than England
58 new cases of malignant melanoma are diagnosed in Jersey each year.
Police warn of joyriders as two vehicles are taken
Two vehicles have been taken by joyriders in Jersey in the past week.
Strive Hotel blocked, £29m Millbrook House Hotel gets go ahead
The Strive Hotel in St Peter, deemed 'overly dominant' and 'imposing' by planning officers, has been refused while a boutique hotel at Millbrook House has been given the green light.
Tiny Seeds launches campaign for Fertility Awareness Week
Fertility charity Tiny Seeds has launched 'The Birds and the Bees', exploring islanders' emotional journeys behind fertility struggles.
Public meeting called on future of Havre des Pas Lido
The row over the future of the Havre des Pas bathing pool continues, with a meeting planned this evening (6 November) to discuss a possible protest in the Royal Square.
