LATEST ADVICE
There has been 1 confirmed case of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Cayman Islands. Read more.
Please note: effective immediately (13 March) public gatherings of 50 or more people are banned in the Cayman Islands. Supermarkets, pharmacies and hospitals are exempt from this ban. Read more.
TEMPORARY BAN ON PUBLIC GATHERINGS
More information on the temporary restrictions on public gatherings. Read more.
TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS
Visitors from the following countries will be denied entry for 60 days effective Monday, 16 March. All countries in the Schengen area, China, Iran, Japan, South Korea. Read more.
LATEST NEWS
Get the latest news and updates from the Cayman Islands Government on Coronavirus (COVID-19). Read more.
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WHAT IS CORONAVIRUS?
Coronavirus or COVID-19 is a new strain of the coronavirus, which was first identified in Wuhan City, China in 2019. COVID-19 is a member of the coronavirus family (a group of viruses) that has never been encountered before.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?
The virus most commonly causes:
- coughing
- fever
- tiredness
- breathing difficulties
These symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually but commonly occur within 1-10 days after a person has
been exposed.
Some people become infected but don’t develop any symptoms and don't feel unwell. Around 1 out of every 6 people who gets COVID-19 becomes seriously ill and develops difficulty breathing.
HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION?
For further information read our frequently asked questions page or contact the Flu Hotline on 1 800 534 8600 or 947 3077 or email flu@hsa.ky.
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