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Announcement of the National Cancer Registry Consultation Meetings

HEARTS Initiative Coming to the Cayman Islands
Revised Public Health and Environmental Health Bills Open for Public Consultation
The public is invited to review the changes and provide feedback by Monday, 16 November 2026.

Ministry appoints Caymanian as first Deputy National Epidemiologist
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) has appointed Caymanian public health professional Ms Halle Miller as its first Deputy National Epidemiologist, strengthening public health capacity while creating a pathway for Caymanians to develop specialist expertise and progress into senior roles.
MHES and Partners Launch Signs of Suicide Training Pilot
Parliament Passes Tobacco and Health Practice Amendment Bills

Ministry Strengthens Cayman’s Regional Presence Through Major Caribbean Health and Infrastructure Forums
Ministry Strengthens Cayman’s Regional Presence Through Major Caribbean Health and Infrastructure Forums
Public Consultation Opens on Proposed National Cancer Registry
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability has today opened public consultation on proposals to establish a National Cancer Registry for the Cayman Islands, aimed at giving the country reliable national data to better understand, prevent and respond to cancer

Four Caymanian Deputy Chief Officers Lead Ministry’s Health, Environment and Sustainability Priorities
The team brings together a blend of experienced leadership and more recent appointments. Lt Col. Bobeth O’Garro has served as a DCO since 2021, followed by Ms Neyka Webster, who joined the team in 2023. Ms Exie Tomlinson-Panton was appointed as a DCO earlier this year, while Mr Jason Azan joined in August