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Medical tourism

Grand Cayman is more than an exotic location for a vacation, it can also be...
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Timeline of infant health checks

Dr. Sara L Watkin Specialist Pediatrician & Neonatologist The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all children...

Hospital services in Cayman

The people of the Cayman Islands are well served by world-class medical facilities, including three...

Autism: Being on the spectrum in Cayman

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong developmental disability. As a spectrum condition it affects...

Cancer care in Cayman

A diagnosis of cancer can be an overwhelming experience for both patients and their loved...

Pharmacy Bill draft law revisions published

A draft law called the "Pharmacy Bill, 2023" has been released, to replace outdated legislation...
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Prescription medication regulations toughen

New regulations have been swiftly introduced in response to concerns about the growing black-market trade...

Blood donation ban lifted

The Cayman Islands government has lifted a long-standing ban on blood donations from former residents...

Cannabis-related products banned

All cannabis-related products, including items like hemp milk and shampoo, are prohibited from being sold...

Access to NHS for specialised care

Patients with specialised healthcare needs in the Cayman Islands can now access overseas treatment through...

UK bans Ozempic for weight loss

The UK government has alerted weight-loss clinics in Britain to halt the prescription of Ozempic-type...

Diabetes drug shortage fears due to weight loss benefits

Ozempic and similar drugs are increasingly used for treating type 2 diabetes in Cayman. However,...

Law amendments will address mental health challenges in the criminal justice system

Cabinet has approved an amendment to the Criminal Procedure Code which will open up new...

Aster Cayman Medcity plans likely dropped

Plans for the proposed US$350 million medical tourism hospital Aster Cayman Medcity appear to have...

HSA introduces new procedure with world’s smallest insertable cardiac monitor

The Cayman Islands Health Services Authority (HSA) has introduced a procedure that allows patient’s heart...

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

Every resident in the Cayman Islands is required by law to have health insurance. It can...

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...

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

Advance healthcare directives are also known as living wills. In 2019, the Healthcare Decisions Act was...
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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

Mothers-to-be expecting babies in the Cayman Islands can enjoy excellent prenatal care from both public...
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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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COVID-19 – the healthcare response

A look back at the crisis with Lizzette Yearwood, chief executive of the Health Services Authority. As the world has grappled with the COVID-19 pandemic,...
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Cooking with coconut…four easy ways

Lauded for its health benefits and the versatility with which it can be used, coconut is truly a superfood in more ways than one....

The importance of sleep

We live in a time finite world obsessed with productivity and connectivity. The growing to-do list has taken over from the basic and wholesome...