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Government Modernises Litter Law With Passage of Litter (Amendment) Bill, 2026
The amendments modernise existing legislation by introducing stronger enforcement measures and clearer powers to address litter offences, supporting cleaner neighbourhoods and helping protect the Cayman Islands’ natural environment
MHES Recognises World Kidney Day
In recognition of World Kidney Day observed today, 12th March, the Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) is highlighting ongoing work to strengthen kidney health services in the Cayman Islands
First Public Survey Launched to Strengthen HSA’s Performance
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) is inviting patients and caregivers to participate in a community survey to help inform an independent diagnostic assessment of the Health Services Authority (HSA)
What We Do
The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability is dedicated to building a healthier, more resilient, and sustainable Cayman Islands for current and future generations. We work to achieve a balanced approach to development by advancing environmental stewardship, social wellbeing, and economic prosperity—ensuring that the benefits across these three pillars reinforce one another and improve the quality of life for all.
Key Persons
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: www.hsa.ky/public-health
Publications
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Consultation Draft The Human Tissue Donation and Transplant Regulations (2018)
Health Care Decisions Act (2022 Revision)
Health Insurance Act (2021 Revision)
Health Practice Act (2021 Revision)
Public Health Act (2021 Revision)
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
Contact Us
Address
Government Administration Building, Box 137
133 Elgin Avenue, George Town
Grand Cayman KY1-9000 CAYMAN ISLANDS
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
