Topic: Osbourne Bodden
Cayman establishes regional HIV evaluation
Government officials are working with British and Dutch overseas Caribbean territories to strengthen the region’s response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
Students expose gaps in public transport system
A lack of public transportation is preventing teens from participating in after-school programs, according to a 2013-2014 report conducted by the Cayman Islands Youth Assembly.
‘One man’ debate heads back to LA
One way or another, 'one man, one vote' will return to the Cayman Islands Legislative Assembly during 2014.
GT landfill: A smoky reminder of promises past
What we've seen (and smelled) this weekend from the smoldering George Town landfill is a gentle reminder that the biggest threat to public health in the Cayman Islands still looms.
Glasgow set for Commonwealth show
As the Commonwealth Games approach, Scotland is set to dazzle its visitors.
Local athletes enjoy send-off
The Cayman Islands Olympic Committee celebrated the departure of Cayman athletes to major meets this summer.
Doak pins down local spirit
Jaime Doak is helping Cayman’s cause in Scotland.
Sponsors Plaque unveiled at Miss Lassie’s house
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation has unveiled a Sponsors Plaque at the home of visionary artist Gladwyn K. Bush, fondly known as Miss Lassie.
Proud of Them honors Brac student
An aspiring psychiatrist, who also filled the role of "Deputy Governor" in Youth Parliament, has been nominated by the Proud of Them initiative for her active role in the community in the Sister Islands.
CarePay contract under review
Government may deep-six the current contract for health services patient CarePay swipe cards.
Fraser opts out of Elite Athletes Program
Shaune Fraser has resigned from the Elite Athletes Program but confirmed that he has not retired from swimming altogether.
Gov’t ministries, CINICO probe CarePay debacle
CINICO managers and board members are expected to meet with two government ministries Wednesday over burgeoning concerns surrounding the current contract for the public hospital’s “swipe card” system, known as CarePay, and the Jamaica-based company that operates it.
Cayman’s first chikungunya case confirmed
Public health officials confirm the first case of chikungunya in Cayman.
Bodden expects Brazil triumph
Brazil fans in the Cayman Islands are being put through the wringer of emotions because the samba kings have not yet fulfilled expectations at the World Cup.
A role model for youth
Former Miss Teen Cayman Islands runner-up Mariah Tibbetts is recognized for academic excellence.
Bush: House committee should review airport board
Opposition Leader McKeeva Bush calls for a special committee of the Legislative Assembly to review the actions of the Cayman Islands Airports Authority board since December 2012.
Minister: Hospital CarePay system failed to collect
A number of daunting problems are facing the Cayman Islands Health Services Authority as the public health agency tries to collect on massive unpaid patient bills, Health Minister Osbourne Bodden told the Legislative Assembly Thursday.
Cayman under chikungunya alert
Cayman is under a high alert for the outbreak of chikungunya, a mosquito-borne virus, health officials say.
DEH cracking down on illegal food vendors
A popular food truck owner of the Rolling Stove is up in arms after claims were made in the Legislative assembly last week suggesting food trucks were not adhering to food safety regulations.
Free HIV testing this week
Free HIV testing will be available for all residents across this week starting today (June 23) and will run until June 28.
Writer: Food safety about food, not ‘food trucks’
Local food truck operator writes about improtance of following guidelines and regulations.
Gov’t cuts back on mosquito control budget
Government is cutting back on mosquito control services this year, having budgeted $5.6 million - $74,000 less than last year.
Bodden backs anti-bullying campaign for McGee Classic
Osbourne Bodden is the latest to feel sports can make an impact on bullying.
Elite athletes’ funding questioned
The Cayman Islands Elite Athletes program comes under some scrutiny from lawmakers.
Food trucks fuel health concerns among lawmakers
Officials warn members of the public that they eat from unlicensed mobile restaurants at their own risk.
Health services face $70m in ‘bad debts’ from unpaid bills
Cayman's public hospital system expects to amass a total of $70 million in unpaid bills by mid-2015.
Minister call for stronger enforcement of ‘lax’ litter laws
Legislators are calling for better enforcement of littering laws and prosecution of people who illegally dump in the Cayman Islands.
Funding for National Museum not replaced
Funding for the Cayman Islands National Museum archival space is left in question.
Sea Swim 2014: ‘Let a thousand Flowers bloom’
The Flowers Sea Swim proves to be another outstanding success this year.
Copley praises all for plunging through tough conditions
The 2014 Caledonian Global Swim Meet, hosted by the Stingray Swim Club of Grand Cayman at the Lions Aquatic Centre, last past weekend was a battle against the elements as well as rival swimmers.
GT Landfill equipment failing
The Department of Environmental Health is spending $35,000 per month on rental equipment for the landfill.
Cancer registry: Voluntary, yes; mandatory, no
Creating a mandatory cancer registry in the Cayman Islands carries more risks to individuals than possible benefits to the greater good.
Frederick gets special CIFA award
The Executive Committee of the Cayman Islands Football Association presented awards to players, coaches and officials at their annual awards ceremony at the Marriott Grand Cayman last week.
Bodden: Sports tourism is our focus
Minister of Sports Osbourne Bodden has his eyes on a number of issues related to local athletes.
Government sees Anglin as perfect sporting ambassador
As government looks to promote sports, it will continue to lean on one of its most prominent officials.
Noncommunicable diseases focus of forum
Cayman's fith national healthcare conference will address five chronic non-communicable diseases including mental health, according to Health Minister Osbourne Bodden.
National Museum funding transferred to dump
The landfill gets more money for operations at the expense of the national museum.
CONCACAF girls get their chance
The inaugural Girls Under-15 Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football tournament will be staged in a couple of months and there was an unveiling of the competition’s logo at the Marriott Hotel on Monday night.
Bodden: No shortcuts on landfill
There are “no shortcuts” to get the Cayman Islands long-standing landfill issues dealt with, Minister Osbourne Bodden insisted on Monday as he rounded on critics of government’s response to the problem.
Health minister: Mandatory cancer registry near
Health officials are working on drafting legislation to make it mandatory to report cancer locally, according to Minister of Health Osbourne Bodden.
‘Instant message’ for Minister Bodden
Government must take action on the dump - now!
Quit smoking cigarettes, health minister says
Health officials are urging people to quit tobacco use with World No Tobacco Day approaching on May 31.
Doctors and dentists celebrated
More than 50 people came together at a gala dinner at the weekend to celebrate the Cayman Islands Medical and Dental Society’s 30th anniversary and to honor Dr. Sook Yin.
Chamber seeks role in landfill debate
The Chamber of Commerce will continue to advocate for “transparency, accountability and objectivity” as government investigates plans to deal with Cayman’s landfill issues, according to President Johann Moxam.
Landfill report: The stark facts
A few sentences in the government's 40-page report tell the whole truth, and it has to do with money (or lack thereof).
Landfill fix will take 5 years, cost $100 million-plus
A solution to Cayman’s landfill problems will likely cost in excess of $100 million and won’t be completed until 2019 at the earliest, according to a Strategic Outline Case produced by government.
One year progress report (not just Tara)
Some Cabinet ministers seem to confuse the issuance of guidelines, reviews, frameworks and policies with real action or meaningful results.
Chelsea pass trio on to Barbados
Three of Cayman’s top young footballers will be headed to a top regional institution.
New ambulance for emergency unit
The Health Services Authority has purchased a new ambulance.
‘Proud of Them’ dozen to be featured on billboards
The third round of the “Proud of Them” initiative honors 12 new faces this year.
The shameful treatment of our mentally ill
A number of questions arise from recent events surrounding a mentally ill woman arrested and put into Fairbanks prison.
Cayman’s mental health needs ‘urgent’
Better facilities for mental health patients and a greater understanding of related issues are urgently needed in the Cayman Islands, says Mental Health Commission chair Dr. Marc Lockhart.
New offices for law firm
Law firm Bodden & Bodden held a grand opening of its new office last week.
Drug council silent on marijuana legalization
The National Drug Council isn't stating its views on the legalization of marijuana.
Rogers trades silver for gold
The NORCECA volleyball tournament wrapped up with its usual pulsating action on Sunday night and the men’s winners were crowd favorites Todd Rogers and Theodore Brunner, the USA-B team.
Fight night raised $1,000 for show
Cayman’s amateur boxers seized on the chance of promoting their next show in a few weeks by attending two TV screenings of the Manny Pacquiao points win over Timothy Bradley on Saturday night.
Minister: Cayman needs waste management plan
Taking out the trash may not seem like a complex subject - until government has to deal with it on a national level, health minister says.
Mental Health Commission holds first meeting
Members of the Mental Health Comission, appointed by Cabinet, held their first meeting in Feb.
Government finances disclaimed
For the first time since 2004, the Cayman Islands government has managed to report a full-year set of financial statements encompassing all public sector entities.
Tibbetts powers public health board
The head of Cayman Brac’s electricity company has been appointed as the new chairman of the Health Services Authority board.
Cayman marks World Health Day
This year's World Health Day places the spotlight on diseases spread by insects and pests.
Track stars sprint to Cayman
Some of the top figures in the world of athletics will be heading to Cayman next month to compete in the third Cayman Invitational athletics track meet.
Savannah’s new track open to all
Those living in the Savannah and Newlands area have a new spot to hit the pavement as the walking track behind Savannah Primary School has opened for public use.
George Town landfill: Lessons from Guam
While Cayman doesn't want to follow Guam's lead on solid waste management, we suggest copying a page from their recent history.
Oldies to turn back the clock
They may be Oldies on the court but the Department of Sports feels they are goodies.
Premier to tour Florida waste facilities
The latest efforts to find a solution to Cayman’s ongoing landfill problem will see a government delegation head to Florida next week to tour waste management facilities in the sunshine state.
Governor Kilpatrick honored as top lady on the court
Governor Helen Kilpatrick has a new title – patron of Cayman netball.
Cayman alumnus wins university Torch award
A Cayman Islands public health officer has received a professional achievement award from his former university in the United States.
UCCI hosts debate
The University College of the Cayman Islands is holding a two-day conference on a widespread range of key issues affecting the Caribbean and one of them is on morality and ethics in sport in Cayman.
Minister: Two-week waiting list for obstetrics
Health Minister Osbourne Bodden has acknowledged that waiting times for obstetric services at the Cayman Islands Hospital is longer than ideal, with patients waiting about two weeks for appointments.
CARIFTA team announced for Aruba
Local swimming is gearing up for its next major international meet.
Absent ministers opposed 'one man' motion
Government ministers absent from a key Legislative Assembly vote say they would have opposed the"'one man, one vote" motion.
