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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
Public Health Advisory: Pertussis and Gastroenteritis
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) and the Public Health Department (PHD) are issuing the below advisory to residents of Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac as follows:
Health Practice (Amendment) Bill, 2026 Passed in Parliament
The Health Practice (Amendment) Bill, 2026 has been passed in Parliament, marking an important step in strengthening and clarifying the regulatory framework governing healthcare practice in the Cayman Islands

Government Announces Three-Phase Plan to Lower Energy Costs and Support Families
The NCFC Government today announced a comprehensive, three-phase programme to address the acute affordability challenge facing households this summer, and to tackle structural improvements needed to reduce energy consumption more sustainably.
Confirmed Case of Whooping Cough at Local High School
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) and the Public Health Department are advising residents that a confirmed case of whooping cough has been detected at a local high school
New Childhood & Maternal Vaccine Schedule and Community Immunity Board Launched
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability, in partnership with the Public Health Department, today officially launched the Childhood and Maternal Immunisation Schedule, marking a significant advancement in the Cayman Islands
MHES provides update on HSA Governance Assessment
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) is providing an update on the ongoing diagnostic assessment of the Health Services Authority (HSA), being conducted by KPMG, as part of its commitment to transparency
CIG Begins Transition of Public Health Unit to Strengthen National Public Health System
Government has begun moving the Public Health Unit from the Health Services Authority (HSA) to the Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES),