Topic: immunisation
Health officials expand whooping cough response as new cases emerge
Public health steps up public outreach and immunisation efforts with pertussis, also known as whooping cough circulating in the Cayman Islands
New childhood and maternal immunisation schedule launched
The Cayman Islands has introduced a new national immunisation framework extending protection from pregnancy through adolescence.
Public Health hosts a special immunisation drive to mark Vaccination Week in the Americas
To celebrate the 22nd annual Vaccination Week in the Americas (VWA) organised by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) from 20 – 27 April 2024, the Public Health Department is hosting a special vaccination drive.
COVID-19 vaccines transition to seasonal shots
The Public Health Department says it will now transition from administering COVID-19 vaccines monthly to offering them seasonally.
COVID boosters likely to be seasonal for vulnerable patients
Chief Medical Officer Dr Nick Gent says he is currently reevaluating Cayman's COVID vaccination and booster plans with the intention of making the jab part of the island's seasonal immunization programme for the vulnerable.
