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FRC Provides Free Parenting Programmes Across the Cayman Islands
The Family Resource Centre (FRC), a unit of the Department of Counselling Services, is pleased to announce a series of free parenting programmes and workshops for families across Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac, taking place from 22 April until 25 June 2026
Public Health Reviewing Positive Cholera Laboratory Result
The Ministry of Health, Environment & Sustainability and the Public Health Department confirm that a laboratory resultfrom a patient in the Cayman Islands indicated the presence of a cholera-related bacteria and is under active review.
App and Events Calendar Boost Movement Challenge
Move it Cayman, the national movement challenge, kicked off on Sunday, 29 March. The 12-week challenge, the first of a series of planned projects and initiatives that will make up the Step into Wellness campaign, aims to help individuals increase their movement..
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What We Do
We are committed to advancing the health and wellbeing of the people of the Cayman Islands through strategic policy development, impactful programmes, and proactive services that foster lasting change. Our mission is to build a healthier, more resilient community by enhancing access to quality healthcare, promoting wellness initiatives, and advocating for policies that protect, empower, and uplift individuals. Guided by the principles of justice, integrity, and excellence, we uphold the highest standards of fairness, transparency, and accountability in all that we do.
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Public Health
Public Health is a service delivered on behalf of the Cayman Islands Government by the Health Services Authority.Through five satellite health centres - one for each district in Grand Cayman - the Community Health Services provides primary care across the island.
Services provided through the district health centres include general practice, immunisations, maternal and child health care, health education and support of disabled patients in their homes. Home visiting services are also provided.
Public Health programmes include:
- Health advice and vaccines for international travellers;
- School Health including primary care, health assessments, vision and hearing tests etc.
- Nutrition and dietary counselling clinics;
- Child health including growth and development monitoring,
- Communicable disease screening;
- Disease control programmes, including surveillance, immunisation (adults and children); and
- Special programmes relating to Genetics and Sexual health.
- Smoking cessation programme
Click the link for more information on Public Health.
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Consultations
H5N1 Advisory for Farmers and Poultry Owners
H5N1 Avian Flu has been detected among a select number of birds on Grand Cayman. Public Health and the Department of Agriculture are actively monitoring the situation, surveying the area and carrying out containment activities. Farmers and poultry owners are asked to take the following precautions to prevent further transmission among bird populations and reduce personal exposure risk.
Community Advisory - Prevent the Transmission of H5N1 Avian Flu
H5N1 Avian Flu has been detected among a select number of birds on Grand Cayman. Public Health and the Department of Agriculture are actively monitoring the situation and conducting containment activities. Decontamination stations have been established for prevention. Risk to the general public remains low. Follow the guidance below to prevent exposure.
STEPS 2023 National Health Survey Report
Understanding the prevalence of risk factors for non-communicable diseases in the Cayman Islands. The survey clearly captured the health status of the Cayman Islands and it highlights gaps in care that need to be addressed.
List of Registered Health Care Facilities as at July 2025
List of Registered Health Care Facilities as at July 2025
Updated List of Registered Health Care Facilities
Updated List of Registered Health Care Facilities as at 31 January 2025.
Public Health Travel Advisory valid 12 December 2025- 30 January 2026
Public Health Travel Advisory
valid 12 December 2025- 30 January 2026
Arboviral Infections (Dengue, Chikungunya, Zika and Oropouche) pg.2
Bacterial Infections (Leptospirosis) pg. 4
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Ministry of HealthEnvironment & Sustainability
133 Elgin Avenue Box 137
Grand Cayman KY1-9000 CAYMAN ISLANDS
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Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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