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MHES publishes independent HSA governance assessment report
6 August 2026 | Press Release

MHES has published the independent diagnostic assessment of the Health Services Authority (HSA), completed by KPMG, making the report available to the public as part of the Ministry's commitment to transparency and accountability.

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Government Insurance Fund set for digital transformation
3 August 2026 | Press Release
The Segregated Insurance Fund (SIF), set up under the Health Insurance Commission Act, 2016 and managed by the Health Insurance Commission (HIC), has been transformed with a new online reporting system.
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CIG Launches Landmark Programme of Legislative Reform
27 July 2026 | Press Release

Residents invited to help shape the future of health in the Cayman Islands through public consultation

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Cabinet Approves Plan for the Ironwood Forest, Linford Pierson Highway
20 July 2026 | Press Release

Cabinet has approved a landmark plan to protect the Ironwood Forest while advancing the Linford Pierson Highway extension. The decision balances environmental conservation and infrastructure development, preserving a rare ecosystem while improving transport links in George Town

 

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Health Officials Advise Public on Cyclosporiasis Following Reports of Increased Cases in the US
16 July 2026 | Press Release

The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) and the Public Health Department (PHD) are aware of reports of an increase in cases of cyclosporiasis in the United States (US) and wish to reassure the public that one confirmed case has been identified in the Cayman Islands

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Ministry Celebrates Successful Conclusion of the National "Move it Cayman" Campaign
14 July 2026 | Event

The event featured a one-mile walk/run and various activites for all ages, including dance fitness sessions, taekwondo and boxing demonstrations,  basketball, netball and an  Active Seniors Zone. Children  enjoyed a bouncy castle while health screenings and sponsor booths provided valuable health information, and resources

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New Safeguarding Lead to Advance Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults
14 July 2026 | Press Release

In this newly established role, Ms. Ferreira will provide strategic leadership for safeguarding, overseeing the development and implementation of policies, coordinating training, monitoring compliance and effectiveness, and leading awareness and education initiatives

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Update: Single Case of Legionnaires' Disease Under Investigation
13 July 2026 | Press Release

The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) continues to investigate a single confirmed case of Legionnaires' disease

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Cayman Forward Initiative Unifies Approach to Development and the Environment
10 July 2026 | Press Release

The Cayman Islands Government has published the findings of the Cayman Forward Initiative, a structured dialogue process led by policy experts to identify reforms across the legislation, regulation, policy and procedures governing planning and environmental management in the Cayman Islands

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