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Public Health Advisory: Saharan Dust Cloud
The Cayman Islands National Weather Service (CINWS) issued a dust alert effective from today through Thursday, 4 June 2026

MHES Celebrates Nurses Week 2026 Reaffirming Commitment to Nursing Workforce
Additional priorities include establishing clear professional growth pathways, promoting safe and supportive working environments, and advancing legislative and policy reforms that enable nurses to practice to the full extent of their education and training
Health Officials Confirm Low Risk and Comprehensive Protocols Ahead of BA253 Arrival from Nassau
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES), Public Health Department (PHD), Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control (CBC) and Cayman Islands Airports Authority (CIAA) have been working to ensure that all public health screening protocols are in place ahead of the arrival of yesterday’s BA253 flight.
MHES Update: Coordinated Public Health Response Supports Safe Arrival and Screening of BA253 Passengers
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) confirms that passengers from yesterday’s BA253 flight bound for Grand Cayman have safely arrived at Owen Roberts International Airport (ORIA).

Government Tests New Resilience Index Tool
A new online platform designed to strengthen climate resilience planning and support evidence-based decision-making

MHES Boosts Screening & Surveillance at Cayman Ports of Entry
Monitoring the recent declaration by the World Health Organization (WHO) of an Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC)

NCFC Marks One Year in Office with Landmark Reforms and Clear Path Forward
NCFC released its one-year report, providing a comprehensive account of its first year in office including its legislative actions, strategic policy achievements and community investments delivered across all three Islands.
Public Health Risk to Cayman Remains Low Following Intl. Hantavirus Outbreak
Chief Medical Officer Dr. Hilary Wolf said the overall public health risk to the Cayman Islands remains low and there are currently no confirmed cases locally associated with the incident

Announcing Bus Access for Poinciana Rehabilitation Centre Residents
The vehicle, a Toyota Coaster bus, can accommodate up to 14 persons, including space for four wheelchair users