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.
Channel Islanders in the Middle East told to follow local warnings
As many as 94,000 British nationals either live or on holiday in places like Dubai which has been hit by Iranian missiles.
LibertyBus fares increase 8% for adults and 10% for children
LibertyBus has increased single bus tickets by as much as 20p for contactless customers.
Jersey could be back in rugby national leagues
A win this weekend could see Jersey RFC back in the national rugby leagues.
'No-fault' divorces allowed after 'long overdue' law change
Major changes have been agreed to the island's 80-year-old divorce law.
Assisted dying will be offered in Jersey
An assisted dying service will be offered in Jersey to terminally-ill adult residents in unbearable suffering who have less than six months to live.
Attempt to delay food business licensing scheme
Introduction of a licensing system for businesses in Jersey that sell food could be delayed.
Migration to Jersey is 'needed' for 'stable' future
Jersey needs at least 700 people to move to the island each year to 'maintain' the working population.
Jersey U-turns on import ban on used petrol and diesel vehicles by 2030
Jersey's Environment Minister has announced the government will scrap a ban on importing used, non-electric vehicles to the island in 2030.
