AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMarathon Training & Community Health: Cayman runners of all ages are gearing up for the 2026 Walkers Cayman Islands Marathon on Sunday, 6 December, now in its 24th year and built around fundraising for local charities, with organisers citing more than $500,000 raised since adding a fundraising option and a volunteer team of 400+ helping keep the event safe and welcoming. Public Health Alert: The Public Health Department says pertussis (whooping cough) is still circulating in the Cayman Islands, urging residents to watch for persistent or worsening cough, check vaccination status, and seek medical advice early. Healthcare Access & Planning: The Healthcare Conference returns to The Ritz-Carlton, 22–24 October, focusing on prevention and personalised, preventive care, with registration open for public sessions. Animal Biosecurity Update: The Department of Agriculture has revised import conditions for dogs and cats, effective 1 October, including updated prohibited breed rules and changes to rabies testing exemptions. Mental Health Priority: HSA CEO Lizzette Yearwood told the Public Accounts Committee that mental health services remain the priority, with a new purpose-built facility for all ages planned as demand grows. Road Safety & Injuries: A Honda Fit crash with a truck on Bodden Town Road sent five people to hospital, with the collision under investigation. Ageing Well in Cayman: The Council of Older Persons announces its 3rd Annual Ageing Forum on 26 September, offering practical sessions and a keynote on growing old in 21st-century Cayman.
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