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.
Ballet d’Jèrri returns to Opera House tonight
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Jersey's new Bailiff sworn in
Jersey's 91st Bailiff, Mr Robert MacRae, has been sworn in following a special ceremony.
JT Group acquires Isle of Man's leading telecoms provider
JT Group and CVC DIF have signed an agreement to buy Manx Telecom Group in the Isle of Man.
Nude Dunes planning appeal dismissed
A decision to refuse planning permission for Nude Food Dunes on St Ouen's Bay has been upheld, again.
Boy in hospital after motorcycle accident
Police are appealing for information after a motorcycle crash in Grouville last Sunday (19 Oct).
Jersey sees first 'neuroinclusive strategy' published
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Oakfield officially opens
Jersey's new £8 million sports facility, Oakfield, has been officially opened by Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham.
Storm Benjamin dramatically ends Guernsey's dry spell
Winds were generally mid Channel but hit 80 mph overnight at St Helier harbour.
