Health officials expand whooping cough response as new cases emerge
Health officials are urging Cayman Islands residents to remain vigilant and ensure vaccinations are up to date as new cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, continue to be identified across the community.
The Ministry of Health and the Public Health Department confirmed Thursday in a press release, that ongoing surveillance continues to detect cases among people of different ages and in a variety of settings, prompting additional public health measures aimed at limiting further spread. For a more complete summary of the story, please see the below link:
Published on: Jun 12, 2026 09:27 PM