AGP Executive Report

Healthcare Workforce: Doctors Hospital launched a new two-year Apprenticeship Programme to give young Caymanians hands-on training and a direct route into long-term healthcare careers, with placements across support roles in Marketing & Business Development, Supply Chain, and Information Tech. Public Health Policy: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability published three health reform Bills for public consultation—Health Practice (Amendment No.2), Public Health, and Environmental Health—plus the earlier Tobacco (Amendment) Bill, inviting 28-day feedback via publicconsultation.gov.ky. Mental Health & Recovery: The Department of Counselling Services kicks off September’s R.E.A.L. Recovery Month campaign (Restoring Every Area of Life), encouraging people to see recovery as progress that can start with small steps and support. Vector Control & Disease Prevention: The Mosquito Research and Control Unit represented Cayman at an international mosquito vector control symposium in Oman, sharing local expertise on managing mosquito populations and mosquito-borne disease risks. Breast Health Education: The Breast Cancer Foundation announced Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 Annual Gala, highlighting her Know Your Lemons breast health education work. Local Waste Reduction: Cayman Brac’s recycling programme has relaunched under the Department of Environmental Health, starting with PET/HDPE plastics and metal cans/aluminium at two depot locations. Leadership Change: Mervyn Conolly announced his retirement after more than 45 years in Cayman’s public service, including major roles in healthcare regulation and health insurance.

Healthcare Workforce: Doctors Hospital launched a new two-year Apprenticeship Programme for young Caymanians, pairing hands-on placements with formal coursework and targeting support roles across departments. Public Health Policy: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability published three health reform Bills for public consultation—Health Practice (Amendment No.2), Public Health, and Environmental Health—plus a 28-day comment period. Mental Health & Recovery: The Department of Counselling Services kicks off Recovery Month in September with R.E.A.L. (Restoring Every Area of Life), encouraging small steps and community connection. Breast Cancer Awareness: The Breast Cancer Foundation named Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 Annual Gala, highlighting her Know Your Lemons breast health education work. Mosquito Control: MRCU shared its mosquito management experience at an international symposium in Oman, with dengue, Zika, and chikungunya prevention in focus. Recycling in Cayman Brac: DEH relaunched recycling on Cayman Brac with drop-off depots and two plastic streams (PET/HDPE) plus metal cans and aluminium. Wellbeing Tools: The Chamber of Commerce hosts a Lunch & Learn on “Find Your Hex Score,” a six-dimension wellbeing framework covering nutritional, physical, mental, social, spiritual, and financial wellness.

Health Reform Consultation: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability has published three health reform Bills for public comment—Health Practice (Amendment No.2), Public Health, and Environmental Health—plus the earlier Tobacco (Amendment) Bill—inviting residents to review proposals at publicconsultation.gov.ky during a 28-day consultation. Workforce Development: Doctors Hospital launched a new two-year Apprenticeship Programme to build a pipeline of young Caymanians into healthcare, combining supervised on-the-job learning with formal coursework across phased placements in support roles. Mosquito Control & Disease Prevention: The Mosquito Research and Control Unit (MRCU) shared its mosquito management experience at an international symposium in Oman, where WHO highlighted ongoing dengue, Zika and chikungunya risks. Mental Health Support: The Department of Counselling Services kicks off September’s Recovery Month campaign, R.E.A.L. (Restoring Every Area of Life), encouraging people to see recovery as progress that can start with small steps and reaching out. Community Wellbeing Tools: The Chamber of Commerce hosts a Lunch & Learn on “Find Your Hex Score,” a wellbeing framework spanning spiritual, mental, social, financial, nutritional and physical wellness. Recycling in Cayman Brac: DEH relaunched recycling services on Cayman Brac with drop-off depots and a start focus on PET/HDPE plastics plus metal cans and aluminium. Breast Cancer Awareness: The Breast Cancer Foundation announced Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 Annual Gala, highlighting her global breast health education work. Local Healthcare Leadership: Mervyn Conolly retires after more than 45 years in government, including major leadership roles shaping Cayman’s hospital expansion and health insurance regulation.

Healthcare Workforce: Doctors Hospital launched a new two-year Apprenticeship Programme for young Caymanians, combining hands-on hospital placements with formal coursework and a direct route into long-term healthcare careers. Public Health Policy: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability published three health reform Bills for public consultation—Health Practice (Amendment No.2), Public Health, and Environmental Health—plus a related Tobacco amendment, with 28 days for feedback. Breast Cancer Awareness: The Breast Cancer Foundation announced Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 Annual Gala, highlighting her Know Your Lemons work to improve breast health education and early detection. Mental Health & Recovery: The Department of Counselling Services kicks off Recovery Month in September with its R.E.A.L. campaign, encouraging people to see recovery as progress that can start with small steps and support. Wellbeing Tools: The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce hosts a Lunch & Learn on “Find Your Hex Score,” a practical framework for measuring and improving spiritual, mental, social, financial, nutritional and physical wellbeing. Mosquito Control: MRCU shared Cayman’s mosquito management experience at an international vector control symposium in Oman, alongside WHO updates on dengue, Zika and chikungunya. Waste & Recycling: Cayman Brac’s recycling programme has relaunched with drop-off depots and a focus on PET/HDPE plastics plus metal cans and aluminium, while Grand Cayman still lacks a comprehensive pick-up plan. Local Leadership: Cayman City Church officially launched in Grand Cayman, marking a new ministry season with community-focused plans.

Healthcare Workforce: Doctors Hospital launched a new two-year Apprenticeship Programme to build Cayman’s next generation of healthcare professionals, combining supervised hospital placements with formal coursework across support roles. Public Health Policy: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability published three health reform Bills for public consultation—Health Practice (Amendment No.2), Public Health, and Environmental Health—plus a related Tobacco amendment, inviting 28-day feedback. Wellbeing & Mental Health: The Department of Counselling Services kicked off Recovery Month with its R.E.A.L. campaign (Restoring Every Area of Life), encouraging people to see recovery as progress that can start with small steps. Community Wellbeing Tools: The Chamber of Commerce hosts a Lunch & Learn on 24 September introducing the “Wellness Hexagon” and a practical “Hex Score” to measure and improve spiritual, mental, social, financial, nutritional and physical wellness. Disease Prevention & Vector Control: MRCU shared Cayman’s mosquito management experience at an international symposium in Oman, alongside WHO updates on dengue, Zika and chikungunya. Waste & Environment: Cayman Brac’s recycling programme has relaunched with drop-off depots for PET/HDPE plastics and metal cans/aluminium, though it still depends on residents sorting and cleaning recyclables. Breast Health Education: The Breast Cancer Foundation announced Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 Annual Gala, highlighting her global “Know Your Lemons” breast health education work.

Healthcare Workforce: Doctors Hospital launched a new two-year Apprenticeship Programme for young Caymanians, combining coursework with supervised hospital placements in support roles across departments like marketing, supply chain and information services. Public Health Policy: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability published three health reform Bills for 28-day public consultation—Health Practice (Amendment No.2), Public Health, and Environmental Health—following town halls across the islands. Mental Health & Recovery: The Department of Counselling Services kicks off Recovery Month with its R.E.A.L. campaign (1–30 September), encouraging people to see recovery as progress that can start with small steps and support. Wellbeing Tools: The Chamber’s Lunch & Learn invites the public to “Find Your Hex Score” on 24 September, using a six-part wellbeing framework covering spiritual, mental, social, financial, nutritional and physical wellness. Breast Cancer Awareness: The Breast Cancer Foundation announced Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 Annual Gala, highlighting her Know Your Lemons breast health education work. Local Environment & Waste: DEH relaunched recycling in Cayman Brac with drop-off depots and two plastic streams (PET/HDPE) plus metal cans and aluminium, while noting Grand Cayman still lacks a full pick-up plan. Mosquito Control: MRCU shared its urban mosquito management experience at an international symposium in Oman, alongside WHO presentations on dengue, Zika and chikungunya.

Healthcare Workforce: Doctors Hospital launched a new two-year Apprenticeship Programme for young Caymanians, combining supervised hospital placements with formal coursework and a direct pathway into long-term healthcare careers. Public Health Policy: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability published three health reform Bills for 28-day public consultation, covering health practice, public health, and environmental health. Mental Health & Recovery: The Department of Counselling Services kicked off Recovery Month with its R.E.A.L. campaign (Restoring Every Area of Life), encouraging hope and support through small steps. Wellbeing Tools: The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Lunch & Learn on “Hex Score” wellbeing measurement, focusing on spiritual, mental, social, financial, nutritional and physical wellness. Cancer Awareness: The Breast Cancer Foundation announced Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 Annual Gala, highlighting early detection education through the Know Your Lemons approach. Vector Control: MRCU shared Cayman’s mosquito management expertise at an international symposium in Oman, with regional focus on dengue, Zika and chikungunya prevention. Waste & Recycling: Cayman Brac’s recycling programme has relaunched with new drop-off access, while local commentary notes there’s still no comprehensive pick-up plan. Hospital Capacity: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital welcomed three new physicians to expand emergency department coverage.

Health Reform Consultation: Cayman’s Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability has published three health reform Bills for public comment—Health Practice (Amendment No.2), Public Health, and Environmental Health—plus the earlier Tobacco amendment—inviting residents to weigh in over 28 days at publicconsultation.gov.ky. Mental Health & Recovery: The Department of Counselling Services launches “R.E.A.L. — Restoring Every Area of Life” for September, encouraging people to see recovery as progress that can start with small steps and support. Wellbeing in the Community: The Chamber of Commerce hosts a Lunch & Learn on 24 September, “Find Your Hex Score,” using a six-part wellbeing framework covering spiritual, mental, social, financial, nutritional and physical health. Breast Cancer Awareness: The Breast Cancer Foundation names Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 3 October 2026 Annual Gala, highlighting her global breast health education work. Local Care Capacity: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital adds three physicians to strengthen emergency coverage, supported by Pay-for-Results funding. Recycling Update (Brac): DEH relaunched recycling in Cayman Brac with drop-off depots and two plastic streams (PET/HDPE) plus metal cans and aluminium. Wellness Holiday Delay: A proposed National Day of Wellness public holiday is still awaiting Cabinet action to make it official. Marine Safety: Authorities report a barracuda bite near Seven Mile Beach, with the fish now caught and a necropsy planned.

Breast Cancer Awareness: The Breast Cancer Foundation has named Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 Annual Gala on October 3, highlighting her global breast health education work through the Know Your Lemons app and community classes. Mental Health & Recovery: The Department of Counselling Services is launching R.E.A.L. (Restoring Every Area of Life) Recovery Month for September 1–30, encouraging people to see recovery as possible through small steps and support. Wellbeing Tools: The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Lunch & Learn on September 24, “Find Your Hex Score,” teaching a six-part wellbeing framework covering spiritual, mental, social, financial, nutritional and physical wellness. Health Policy Update: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability has published three health reform Bills for public consultation, including the Health Practice (Amendment No.2), Public Health and Environmental Health Bills. Recycling in Cayman Brac: The Department of Environmental Health has relaunched recycling on Cayman Brac, starting with PET/HDPE plastics plus metal cans and aluminium, with drop-offs at Stake Bay and West End. Local Healthcare Staffing: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital has welcomed three new physicians to expand emergency coverage and meet rising patient volumes. Community Safety: Authorities report a barracuda bite near Seven Mile Beach; the fish has been caught and a necropsy is planned.

Recovery & Counselling: The Department of Counselling Services is kicking off September’s R.E.A.L. Recovery Month (1–30 Sept), urging residents to see recovery as progress that can start with small steps and reaching out for support. Wellbeing Tools: The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce hosts a Lunch & Learn on 24 Sept, “Find Your Hex Score,” introducing a Wellness Hexagon covering spiritual, mental, social, financial, nutritional and physical wellbeing. Health Policy Update: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability has published three health reform Bills for public consultation—Health Practice (Amendment No.2), Public Health, and Environmental Health—plus a Tobacco amendment, with 28 days for feedback. Breast Cancer Awareness: The Breast Cancer Foundation names Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 Annual Gala, highlighting early detection education through the Know Your Lemons approach. Local Care Capacity: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital welcomes three new physicians to strengthen emergency coverage, supported by Pay-for-Results funding. Hospital Safety Note: The Health Services Authority clarifies a small electrical fire at Anthony S. Eden Hospital’s lab on 24 Aug was extinguished quickly, caused no patient harm, and was not a chemical fire. Community Health & Environment: DEH relaunched recycling in Cayman Brac with drop-off depots and a focus on PET/HDPE plastics plus metal cans and aluminium. Workplace Health Equity: A Cayman Chamber session on menopause (12 Aug) shared evidence-based symptom management, including lifestyle options and non-hormonal treatments. Wellness Holiday Delay: A proposed National Day of Wellness public holiday is still awaiting Cabinet action to make it official.

Cayman Health Policy: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability says healthcare professionals helped shape four proposed bills—Public Health, Environmental Health, Tobacco (Amendment), and Health Practice (Amendment)—with reforms set to be re-drafted before parliament. Waste & Recycling: Cayman Brac’s recycling programme has relaunched via DEH recycling depots, starting with PET/HDPE plastics plus metal cans and aluminium, but residents still have to sort, clean, and drive to drop-offs—no full pick-up plan yet. Workplace Wellness Holiday: A proposed National Day of Wellness public holiday passed in parliament, but Cabinet has not yet moved to the regulatory steps needed to make it official. Menopause Support: The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce hosted a “Let’s Talk About Menopause” Lunch & Learn with practical, evidence-based symptom management and treatment options. Emergency Care Staffing: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital welcomed three new physicians to expand emergency department coverage, supported by Pay-for-Results funding. Community & Youth: Passport2Success cohort 41 graduated, and a new youth cricket club, Rising Wickets, launches with a focus on life skills as well as sport. Safety Alert: Authorities responded to a visitor injury after a barracuda bite near Governor’s Beach/Seven Mile Beach and say the fish has been caught, with beachgoers urged to stay alert.

Health Legislation Update: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability says healthcare professionals helped shape four proposed bills—Public Health, Environmental Health, Tobacco (Amendment), and Health Practice (Amendment)—with the measures set to be re-drafted before Parliament. Community Engagement: Two townhalls are scheduled to gather public input on the reforms, including a health legislation session in West Bay (26 Aug) and a wider legislative package meeting in George Town (27 Aug). Waste & Recycling: Cayman Brac’s recycling programme has relaunched with drop-off depots at Stake Bay and West End Primary, starting with PET/HDPE plastics plus metal cans and aluminium—while officials note there’s still no comprehensive pick-up plan. Hospital Capacity: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital welcomed three new physicians to strengthen emergency coverage, supported by Pay-for-Results funding. Workplace Wellbeing: The Chamber Lunch & Learn on menopause and women’s wellbeing highlighted symptom management options, including lifestyle approaches and non-hormonal treatments. Public Safety: HSA clarified a small electrical fire at Anthony S. Eden Hospital’s lab was extinguished quickly, caused no patient or staff injuries, and lab operations continued.

Cayman Health Policy: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability says healthcare professionals helped shape four proposed bills—Public Health, Environmental Health, Tobacco (Amendment), and Health Practice (Amendment)—with townhalls set for 26–27 August to gather public feedback. Hospital Updates: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital welcomed three new physicians to strengthen emergency and inpatient coverage, supported by Pay-for-Results funding. Workplace Wellness & Women’s Health: The Chamber of Commerce hosted “Let’s Talk About Menopause,” sharing symptom management options, including lifestyle approaches, therapy, and non-hormonal medication. Community & Youth Development: Passport2Success graduated 15 young Caymanians, and a new youth cricket club, Rising Wickets, launches with a focus on confidence and life skills. Public Safety: HSA clarified a small electrical fire at Anthony S. Eden Hospital’s lab was extinguished quickly with no patient or staff injuries. Local Environment: Recycling has relaunched on Cayman Brac with limited materials and no comprehensive pick-up plan yet. Tourism & Wellness Risk: Authorities tracked down a barracuda after it bit a tourist near Seven Mile Beach; beachgoers are urged to stay alert in the water.

Cayman Health Policy: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability says healthcare professionals helped shape four proposed bills—Public Health, Environmental Health, Tobacco (Amendment), and Health Practice (Amendment)—with townhalls set for 26 and 27 August to gather public feedback. Wellness Holiday Stalled: The government is still not moving ahead with a proposed National Day of Wellness public holiday, despite unanimous parliamentary support and officials saying it needs Cabinet action to amend the Public Holidays Act schedule. Hospital Capacity: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital welcomed three new physicians to strengthen emergency care, adding coverage supported by Pay-for-Results funding. Women’s Wellbeing: The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce hosted a Lunch & Learn on menopause, highlighting symptom management, treatment options, and non-hormonal medication. Community & Youth Development: Passport2Success graduated 15 young Caymanians, and Rising Wickets launched a youth cricket club focused on life skills as well as sport. Local Safety: HSA clarified a small electrical fire at Anthony S. Eden Hospital’s lab was extinguished quickly with no patient or staff injuries. Marine Caution: Authorities confirmed a barracuda bite near Seven Mile Beach, with the fish caught and a necropsy planned.

Public Health Lawmaking: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability says healthcare professionals and stakeholders are shaping Cayman’s new Public Health Bill, Environmental Health Bill, Tobacco (Amendment) Bill, and Health Practice (Amendment) Bill, with townhalls set for 26–27 August and a push to redraft bills before they reach parliament. Hospital Updates: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital welcomed three new emergency physicians and added funded coverage under its Pay-for-Results programme to handle higher patient volumes. Wellness Policy Delay: Cayman’s proposed “National Day of Wellness” public holiday was passed unanimously in parliament, but Cabinet has yet to move the required regulatory steps to make it official. Community Wellbeing & Prevention: The Chamber Lunch & Learn focused on menopause and women’s wellbeing, highlighting lifestyle support, mind-body options, CBT, and non-hormonal treatment choices. Local Recycling Reality Check: Recycling has restarted on Cayman Brac with drop-off bins for PET/HDPE plastics and metals, but there’s still no comprehensive pick-up plan—meaning residents must sort and drive to sites. Safety on the Ground: A motorcycle rider was taken to hospital after a crash near Red Bay; the rider was arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified. Marine Safety: Authorities caught a barracuda after a tourist was injured near Governor’s Beach/Seven Mile Beach, urging caution in the water while the fish is removed. Employment & Skills: Passport2Success cohort 41 graduated, with Wellness Centre director Dr. Shannon Seymour stressing confidence-building for young people entering work.

Health Legislation Update: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability is consulting healthcare professionals on four proposed bills—Public Health, Environmental Health, Tobacco (Amendment), and Health Practice (Amendment)—with townhalls set for 26–27 August and feedback via publicconsultation.gov.ky. Hospital Capacity: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital welcomed three new physicians to strengthen emergency coverage, supported by Pay-for-Results funding. Pain Care Access: Health City Cayman Islands launched a specialist pain management service led by Dr. Nigel Kellow, offering consultant-led assessments and advanced interventional options. Women’s Wellbeing: The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce hosted a Lunch & Learn on menopause, highlighting symptom management, lifestyle support, and non-hormonal treatment options. Community & Youth Wellness: Passport2Success cohort 41 graduated, and a new youth cricket club, Rising Wickets, aims to build confidence and life skills through sport. Local Environment & Safety: Recycling was relaunched on Cayman Brac with limited materials and drop-off sites, while authorities responded to a barracuda bite near Seven Mile Beach by catching the fish and advising beachgoers to use caution.