AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCyclosporiasis Update: Health officials say Cayman has one confirmed cyclosporiasis case linked to travel, with no sign of local spread, as the US reports a growing outbreak tied to contaminated produce. Mosquito Control: Grand Cayman residents can expect a black salt marsh mosquito surge after recent rains and high tides; MRCU is ramping up larval and adult control, while noting the mosquitoes don’t transmit diseases to people (but can affect pets). Hospital Safety Watch: The Ministry of Health says Legionella was detected at HSA hospital in George Town after a confirmed Legionnaires’ case; targeted closures and water shutoffs remain in place until follow-up testing confirms safety. Nursing Spotlight: HSA nurse Kimberley Wedderburn received the Eloise Reid Excellence in Nursing Award, highlighting a career built on critical care exposure and wound-care specialisation. Safeguarding in Health: MHES has appointed its first designated safeguarding lead, Carolina Ferreira, to strengthen protection for children and vulnerable adults across the ministry. Road Safety: Police are investigating a serious single-vehicle crash on Walker’s Road; the driver remains in critical condition. Community Wellness: The Move it Cayman campaign wrapped with a family fun day and health screenings, feeding into the next STEP into Wellness initiative.
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