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.
Other options considered to deter drink-driving
Naming and shaming and seizing people's cars are options being considered to deter drink-driving in Jersey.
Man completes A-Z marathon challenge in Jersey
A man from Newcastle has completed his epic A-Z of marathons here in Jersey!
"There should be a degree of shame attached to drink-driving"
Jersey's Police Chief says there should be a degree of shame attached to drink-driving, after eight people appeared before court last week charged with drink-driving offences.
Footage wanted from scene of serious collision
Another appeal has been made for witnesses or to a serious crash on Route du Fort last month.
Busier summer at Jersey's airport and harbour
Passenger numbers at Jersey's airport and harbour this summer are both up on last year.
Record smashed at 2026 Jersey Marathon
A new course record has been set at the Jersey Marathon!
Search for speeding cars out west
Several reports were made of speeding vehicles in the west of Jersey between 3.30am and 5am.
More than 2,250 runners taking on Jersey Marathon
More than 2,250 runners will be taking on the Jersey Marathon tomorrow (Sunday 4 October).
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