Topic: Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez
Cayman sees increase in flu cases
The community is urged to remain vigilant, practice good hand hygiene and take cold and flu symptoms seriously.
Ministry of Health monitoring new COVID variant
The Ministry of Health, Environment & Sustainability, together with the Public Health department, has confirmed it is monitoring the emergence of a new COVID...
For World AIDS Day, campaigners encourage testing in Cayman
Local advocacy groups have called on the community to break the stigma around HIV/AIDS and get tested this World AIDS Day.
Health officials warn about Oropouche virus
The Cayman Islands Ministry of Health and Wellness has issued an advisory notice to local residents to warn them of the risk of transmission of Oropouche virus, which can be spread by mosquitoes.
Six chickenpox cases reported in schools
Six cases of the highly contagious chickenpox disease have been confirmed within the local school system prompting the Public Health Department to host a special vaccination clinic this Saturday to counter its spread.
HPV-related cancer vaccine now available at HSA
Gardasil 9 vaccine, which has been approved for the prevention of certain cancers and diseases caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), is now available at the Health Services Authority, the Public Health Department has announced.
Leading doctor says 35% of Cayman’s deaths are preventable
A leading healthcare specialist has said 35% of deaths in the Cayman Islands could be prevented if people seriously began to manage their health.
Quarantine exit testing to end
Starting tomorrow, 30 June, those ending the required quarantine period after having tested positive for COVID will no longer need an exit test to end their isolation.
86-year-old dies from COVID-related causes, as Cayman reaches ‘peak’ of outbreak
An 86-year-old woman has passed away from COVID-related causes, according to Medical Officer of Health Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez, speaking on the Compass' weekly talk show 'The Resh Hour'.
Guidelines issued for camps, events as early mid-term break begins
With schools out early for mid-term break, Public Health officials are encouraging local camps and those hosting sporting events to observe all the necessary protocols to slow the spread of COVID-19
Premier: Reopening plans hinge on COVID vaccine programme
Premier Alden McLaughlin on Wednesday described the UK’s approval of the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine as “very good news”, adding it has significant implications for Cayman.
Flu cases drop amid COVID-19 precautions
Cayman’s adherence to COVID-19 protocols has led to a more than 50% drop in flu cases, Medical Officer of Health Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez has said.
No new COVID cases reported, one patient remains symptomatic
Cayman's active COVID-19 cases remained unchanged at 14 as Medical Officer of Health Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez reported no new cases of the coronavirus on Tuesday.
Ask the Experts: Health in the time of COVID-19
Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Lee, Medical Officer of Health Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez and Health Services Authority CEO Lizzette Yearwood join host Kevin Morales...
Emergency hospitals established for pandemic response
Two emergency field hospitals will serve for patient overflow in Grand Cayman, in the case that COVID-19 cases stretch capacity at local hospitals. The hope is that Cayman will never need to use the facilities, said Hazard Management Director Danielle Coleman, but the aim is to prepare for worst.
HSA flu clinic opens
The Health Services Authority has opened a temporary flu clinic at the George Town General Practice Clinic.
High demand for vaccines in busy flu season
Cayman’s flu longer-than-usual season rages on, but a larger-than-usual stock of vaccines and medication ordered by public health officials last year means doses are still available.
No further ‘false-negative’ results in local HIV tests
The Cayman Island Health Services Authority reported last week that is has not found any more “false-negative” HIV tests since a trio were found from private healthcare facilities last March.
Health officials release flu statistics
The Public Health Department released updated statistics on Thursday about the number of influenza cases that have been reported recently, showing a marked increase in flu activity throughout Cayman.
Flu cases on the upswing in Cayman
With flu season in full swing, there has been a “marked increase” in the number of influenza cases in the Cayman Islands over the last several weeks, according to Public Health Department Acting Director Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez.
Cayman authorized to test for Zika, dengue
Testing for mosquito-borne diseases such as Zika, dengue and chikungunya can now be carried out in the Cayman Islands after the Health Services Authority’s laboratory was authorized by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to do the screenings.
