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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..
Caymanian physician appointed as Cayman Island’s first Deputy Chief Medical Officer
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) has appointed Dr. Mark Paramlall as the first Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO), strengthening senior medical leadership within Government and supporting the expanding scope of national public health.
Native trees planted in recognition of CHRS's 25th Anniversary
In recognition of Caribbean Haven Residential Centre’s (CHRC) 25th Anniversary, the Ministry of Health Environment and Sustainability (MHES) has planted 47 native, medicinal and fruit trees on the grounds of the facility in Bodden Town.
Moderate Mosquito Activity Expected Over Easter
Campers and outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to use mosquito repellent containing DEET, Picaridin, or IR3535. Products with higher concentrations provide longer lasting protection.
Public Consultation Opens on Health Practice (Amendment) Bill, 2026
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability has opened a public consultation on the Health Practice (Amendment) Bill, 2026, inviting feedback from healthcare practitioners, health sector stakeholders and members of the public
Public Health Offers Meningitis Vaccination Clinic for Returning University Students
The Public Health Department will host a meningitis vaccination clinic this weekend Saturday, 28 March, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for students who are returning from university overseas.
Cabinet Approves Plans for Cayman's First Designated National Park
Cabinet has approved a management plan for Hemmington Forest in Cayman Brac. The approved plan envisions that the protected area will be the Cayman Islands’ first formally designated National Park.
MHES and Public Health Launch Revised Immunisation Schedule
MHES in partnership with the Public Health Department, today announced the implementation of an updated National Immunisation Schedule, effective 27 April 2026
NCFC challenges community with Move it Cayman
The Cayman Islands Government (CIG) will be launching the national movement challenge Move it Cayman. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES), Move it Cayman – the first initiative under the Step into Wellness campaign – aims to get the nation moving, one step at a time, to safeguard overall health and wellbeing.
