AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHealth Care Leadership & Patient Trust: A new survey tied to the HSA review found only 19% of patients feel “very confident” about patient care and safety, with many pointing to access barriers, referral delays, long waits, and poor communication; it also says 58% aren’t clear who leads key decisions. Women’s Health in Focus: The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce hosted a Lunch & Learn on menopause, highlighting symptom management, lifestyle and mind-body options, CBT, and newer non-hormonal treatments, with a call for individualized care. Cayman Brac Animal Welfare: The Department of Agriculture says it plans a full-time veterinary team for Cayman Brac (vet plus technician), but there’s no confirmed timeline, leaving pet owners concerned. Public Health & Youth Vaping: Government consultation on a Tobacco (Amendment) Bill aims to curb vape use by young people, including proposals to ban sales to under-18s. Community Support for Breast Cancer: TRAC Automotive donated a vehicle to the Breast Cancer Foundation to expand outreach, early detection, wellness support, and awareness across the islands. Work & Retirement Debate: A local commentary questions whether 65 should still be the end of working life as Cayman considers raising civil service retirement age to 70. Biosecurity Win: Officials highlighted the interception of a live cane toad at the border as a success for Cayman’s invasive species preparedness. Workforce Pipeline: HSA’s Summer Student Internship Programme welcomed 95 students, offering hands-on exposure to medical and allied health roles. Business/Wellness Adjacent: SuperiorMed announced a Cayman-linked merger deal, while AM Best reported Cayman’s growing share in offshore reinsurance.
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