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.
Breast cancer screenings for Jersey women 50+ to become 'opt out'
Jersey women will be automatically invited to a potentially lifesaving breast cancer screening when they turn 50.
Guernsey passengers can book ferries from next Tuesday
Bookings for ferry sailings from Guernsey from late March 2025 will go on sale next Tuesday (26 November) following approval of Brittany Ferries and Condor's new 15 year contract.
Two Channel Islanders among those allegedly poisoned with methanol in Laos
Two sisters from the Channel Islands were among a group of tourists suspected to have consumed alcohol tainted with methanol in Laos.
