Inclusion Cayman: Breaking down barriers for persons with disabilities

The United Nations estimates that of the seven billion worldwide population, one billion people (or...

Paediatric therapy

Early intervention paediatric therapy services can be of great benefit to children, helping them to...

Saving lives with AEDs and CPR

Anyone can use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on someone who is suspected of being...

Where to seek help

It’s okay not to be okay. If you feel you need help with your mental health,...

Emergency training courses

Knowing what to do in the event of an emergency enables quick action, reducing or...

Sweet dreams: A good night’s sleep is priceless

We don’t realise how important sleep is, until we’re deprived of it.Not getting enough hours...

Health insurance in the Cayman Islands

Health insurance is required by law for all residents in the Cayman Islands. It can be...

New Cayman Islands hospitals planned

There are currently three hospitals on Grand Cayman – the Cayman Islands Hospital, with 124...
Veterinary services in Cayman

Animal Aid

When the beloved furry or feathered members of the family get sick, it is essential...

Men’s mental health

With the pressures of the COVID-19 crisis on mental well-being, Cayman Health shines the spotlight...

On-island Oncology Services

The travel curbs during the COVID-19 pandemic have emphasised the need for top-quality cancer care...

Pet Wellness

Pets can be a wonderful addition to any home, but they are also a responsibility. It...

Check ups for all ages

Don’t wait until you are ill to go to the doctor – make an appointment...

Advance Healthcare Directives

When it comes to critical care and decisions, it is a good idea to set...
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Therapy-animals boost well-being

Animal-assisted therapy is a growing field that can help with a range of physical, emotional...

Common tests during pregnancy

Information provided by Dr. Howard Deosaran, obstetrician and gynaecologist, Centre for Women, Family and Child...

Cayman’s maternity wards

Cayman Health takes a look at the islands’ maternity facilities, including the amenities and what...
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COVID-19 – the healthcare response

A look back at the crisis with Lizzette Yearwood, chief executive of the Health Services...
COVID-19 vaccine

Benefits of the COVID-19 vaccine

As Cayman continues efforts to contain COVID-19 and protect the population from the virus, the...
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Sheltering from a storm: Public shelters

If your home is hurricane-proof and is in a safe location, it is probably the...
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Have a plan in place for Hurricanes

To keep your family and home safe, have a plan in place before a storm...
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What to do in a tsunami

Tsunamis are a series of large ocean waves generated by major earthquakes beneath the ocean...
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What to do in an earthquake

Earthquakes strike suddenly, without warning, and they can occur at any time of the year,...
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Protection Starts Here

Protection Starts Here (PSH) is a Cayman Islands Red Cross (CIRC) project launched in 2012...
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School Health Screenings

All students entering government or private schools in the Cayman Islands for the first time...
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Childhood susceptibility to illness

Are children more likely to be sick more often during certain life stages? Children are considered...
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New residential mental health facility in the works

A long-term residential mental health facility is in the works for the Cayman Islands. Currently, there...
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Treating Common Childhood Ailments

It may seem to parents that their child is always getting some form of sniffles,...
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Cancer care in Cayman

Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a frightening experience for both patients and their loved ones....
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Experiential Therapy: Therapy outside of the box

When seeking therapeutic support, there are options available that take therapy outside traditional office walls...
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Holistic ways to manage everyday anxiety

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses and affect millions of adults and children. While...
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Give the gift of life

Giving the gift of life is easier than you think. Donating blood or signing up...
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There’s an app for that: Health apps for 2020

Looking for some help on your health and wellness journey this year? Or simply enjoy...
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Four food facts

How much is too much? Knowing recommended intakes of certain nutrients can help consumers understand...
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Emergency numbers

In case of EMERGENCY DIAL 9-1-1 Emergency Action Steps: 3 Cs If an emergency occurs, stay calm...
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Coronavirus

A novel (new) coronavirus was first detected in late December in Wuhan City, Hubei Province,...

Alzheimer’s support and signs

Worldwide, 50 million people are living with Alzheimer's and other dementias, with 5.7 million Americans suffering from the disease. The U.S. Alzheimer’s Association defines Alzheimer’s...

Resources for in-home care

Continuing medical care at home often requires the assistance of home healthcare services offered by private clinics, private agencies, hospitals and governmental departments; the...

The HSA explains HPV and the available vaccine

Questions & Answers for HPV Vaccine What is HPV? HPV stands for Human Papillomavirus. Why get vaccinated? The HPV vaccine (Gardasil) that will be used protects against four...