Two healthcare professionals at the Cayman Islands Health Services Authority (HSA) recently received 2015 Laboratory Awards from the Regional Council of Caribbean Association of Medical Technologists (CASMET). Ms Sheilane Ricot was awarded Phlebotomist of the Region and Ms Marcia Robinson-Walters was awarded the Meritorious Award for Medical Technologist of the Region. Both Ms Ricot and
HSA_Payment Policy.pdf In an effort to continue improvements on its collection of payments, while maintaining accessible high quality healthcare for all residents and visitors, the Cayman Islands Health Services Authority (HSA) is extending its Payment Policy to the pharmacy. This will require that all prescriptions are paid for at the time of service. The change
Public Health Issues updated Alert for Mosquito borne Zika Virus Acting Medical Officer of Health, Dr Samuel Williams-Rodriguez has received updated notification from the International Health Regulation (IHR) Focal Point in the UK and the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) of the continued circulation of the Zika Virus in the Caribbean region and the Americas.
HIV Testing week Dec 1-7 2015.pdf World AIDS Day December 1, 2015 On the Fast track to end AIDS — Getting to Zero Tuesday 1 December 2015, marks the 26th anniversary of World AIDS Day. First observed in 1988, World AIDS Day (WAD) has served to raise awareness about the epidemic, honour those who have
Thanksgiving Blood Drive – Event Poster.jpg Every year, many of us celebrate Thanksgiving the same way; family, food and shopping. But there is another tradition the Cayman Islands community should consider. On Saturday, December 5th from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., the Cayman Islands Health Services Authority (HSA) is encouraging the public to celebrate Cayman
Cayman Islands Health Services Authority main phone number now back in full service The Cayman Islands Health Services Authority main phone number 949-8600 is now back in full service. If you wish to contact a particular department, please call 949-8600 and you will be transferred accordingly. The Cayman Islands Health Services Authority apologises for any
The Merren Dental Center welcomes new Caymanian dentist The Cayman Islands Health Services Authority’s (HSA), Merren Dental Center welcomes Caymanian dentist, Dr. Megan Griffith, to the practice. “Dr. Griffith brings a wealth of international experience to our dental centre,” said Dr. John Vlitos, Chief Dental Officer. “Dr. Griffith has quickly established a rapport with our
The Public Health Department is excited to announce the training of staff at Faith Hospital in Cayman Brac to offer a routine Smoking Cessation Programme similar to what is offered at the Cayman Islands Hospital. Scheduled to be offered twice per year beginning early next year, the programme “I Can Quit” will run for seven
Vaccine for the seasonal flu will be available at the Cayman Islands Hospital, District Health Centres in Grand Cayman, Faith Hospital, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman clinic from Wednesday October 21st 2015. Acting Director of Primary Health Care, Dr Samuel Williams Rodriguez explains this year’s flu vaccine will also protect against the 2009 H1N1 pandemic
The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association will sponsor two Caymanian doctors over the next four years as they train to become specialists. Two qualified Caymanian doctors will be selected to receive a scholarship of $60,000 a year for four years of training. Scholarship recipients will agree to return to the Cayman Islands to work for the