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.
Pharmacists get access to patient medicine records
Selected pharmacists in Jersey can now access key patient information such as medication history.
'Growing concern' about 'pace' of minimum wage increases
A survey of Jersey employers has revealed 'growing concern' about the 'pace' of recent minimum wage increases.
Beloved part of Jersey Zoo family dies
One of Jersey Zoo's much-loved residents has passed away today (21 September).
Man who sexually abused young child in Jersey jailed for life
A man who 'cynically, cruelly, and repeatedly' sexually abused a young child in Jersey has been jailed for life.
£1.5M needed for new respite home at Mont a l'Abbe
An ambitious project has been launched to build a social skills respite home on the site of Mont a l'Abbe school.
PHOTOS: New CAMHS home 'a warm and welcoming environment'
Jersey's Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service has officially opened the doors of its new home at Bermuda House.
Plans explored to restore air link between Jersey and Normandy
Direct flights between Jersey and Normandy could return after an absence of more than 20 years, driven by the need to transport workers for the Island’s new hospital.
Appeal after man punched outside St Saviour's Court
A 28-year-old man needed hospital treatment after being punched outside St Saviour's Court.
Comments
Add a comment