CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)

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LATEST ADVICE

► Staying home saves lives. Read more.
 
► Social distancing is Caymankind: 6 feet to save lives. Read more.
 
► Self-isolate if you travelled or have symptoms. Read more.
 
► Take care of yourself and others. Read more.
 
► Restrict travel to the Sister Islands. Read more.
 
 
 

POLICIES IN ACTION

► Extended curfew in effect until 5 am Saturday, 28 March (view exemption details)
 
► Ban on public gatherings of 10 or more people
 
► Non-essential Government operations closed, certain businesses closed (view full list)
 
► Restaurants restricted to take-out or delivery
 
► Businesses that remain open must provide for social distancing (minimum 6 ft)
 
► Public transport suspended, taxis limited to 2 passengers
 
► No sports group gatherings
 
► Airports closed to international passengers, travel to the Sister Islands restricted, cruise ships and private yachts banned
 
► International arrivals and their households must self-isolate
 
► All Policies in Action
 

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The Cayman Islands Government has implemented a curfew for all three Islands from 7pm Wednesday, 25 March 2020 until 5am Saturday, 28 March. Read more.

Click here for a full list of organisations who may be granted exemptions from the curfew and how to request an exemption.

 

WHAT IS CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)?

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?

This official website includes a lot of helpful information, including answers to Frequently Asked Questions and details of Policies in Action. We also have a list of Hotlines for critical services.

If you have medical questions, many resources are available on this website and www.hsa.ky/coronavirus. If you can't find what you're looking for or have a question about your specific situation, contact your General Practitioner or the 24-hour Flu Hotline on 1-800-534-8600 or  947-3077 or email flu@hsa.ky. If you have a medical emergency dial 911.

If you have a non-medical question and can't find the answer on this website, contact the National Emergency Operations Centre hotline on 1-800-534-6555 or email NEOC@gov.ky.

 

REGIONAL TRACKER

Get updates from the Pan American Health Organization here.

 

WHO SITUATION REPORTS

Get global updates from the World Health Organization here.

► HOUSEHOLD GUIDANCE

Household guidance for coronavirus in Cayman Islands

Stay at home guidance for households with possible coronavirus (COVID-19) infection. Read more.

► VULNERABLE PEOPLE

Vulnerable people and carers advice for coronavirus in Cayman Islands
Information for vulnerable people such as older persons or chronic conditions that place them at high risk and their carers. Read more.

► BUSINESS GUIDANCE

Business guidance for coronavirus in the Cayman Islands

Information on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) including guidance for businesses. Read more.

► EDUCATION GUIDANCE

Education guidance for coronavirus in the Cayman Islands
Information for schools and other educational settings in providing advice about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Read more.

► TRAVEL ADVICE

Countries Travel Advice 10 March v2

Travel advice and restrictions from the Cayman Islands Government. Read more.

► MENTAL WELLBEING

Mental wellbeing for dealing with coronavirus in the Cayman Islands
Information on maintaining your mental wellbeing and safety in the unlikely event of needing to self-isolate. Read more.

► LATEST NEWS

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Information for the public on the worldwide outbreak of coronavirus, including the current situation in the Cayman Islands and information about the virus and its symptoms. Read more.

► PUBLIC HEALTH INFO

Catch it wash it trash it

Public health information about how coronavirus is spread and how to avoid catching or spreading germs. Read more.

► RESOURCES 

Resources and links

Download our on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) information, graphics and videos. Read more.

► FRONTLINE STAFF

Frontline Staff

Information for front-line and essential workers on coronavirus in Cayman Islands and information on policies. Read more.

► POLICIES IN ACTION

Policies in action

Information the public on coronavirus policies in Cayman Islands. Read more.

► HOTLINES

Hotlines

Information the hotlines and contact details for various information on coronavirus in Cayman Islands. Read more.

CORONAVIRUS

F.A.Q.S

 

What is coronavirus? How is it caught & spread?

The information and studies we are receiving on COVID-19 grow by the day, and so does the understanding. The advice from our Chief Medical Officer is that shared by national public health agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control in the USA, Public Health England and the World Health Organization. Read more.

 

What is Government doing to address COVID-19?

Here on our official website, you can find the most up to date news and information about Government's response to COVID-19. This includes Policies in Action to protect our community and save lives.

 

What should I do if I think I have COVID-19?

Unless you require emergency medical care, stay home. Call your General Practitioner or the Flu Hotline on 1 800 534 8600 or 947 3077 for advice if you are not managing. Depending on your symptoms and travel history you will most likely be advised to self-isolate at home. A member of the Health Services Authority will visit you at your home. Read more.

 

What should businesses do?

The Cayman Islands Government issued advice on how businesses and commerce can prepare ahead of a potential community case. We are also keeping this website updated to reflect the latest policies and advice. Read more.

 

View all of our frequently asked questions on the novel coronavirus.

PREVENTION TIPS

The best way to protect yourself and others from the spread of this virus is to practice these three tips:

  • Catch it. Catch a cough or sneeze in a tissue. If you have nothing to use, use your elbow and not your hands.
  • Bin it. Bin the tissues after use. Viruses can live for hours in tissues.
  • Kill it. By avoiding close contact with those suffering from acute respiratory illness, avoiding travel if you have flu-like symptoms (or a cough or a fever) we can help kill the virus.

 

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CAYMAN PREPARED

Hazard Management Cayman Islands has overall responsibility for the national Comprehensive Disaster Management programme, including preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery.

HMCI is responsible for the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC), which is activated to direct and coordinate the response to national threats. Read more.

PRESS ROOM

 
► DOA Updates Operational Hours, Suspends Certain Services, Closes Reception and Shelter. Read more.
 
► DCFS Publishes Additional Contact Details to Reach Staff Working Remotely. Read more.
 
► Wednesday, 25 March Government Update. Read more.
 
► Immigration Appeals Tribunal and Refugee Protection Appeals Tribunal Suspend New Appeals, Manual Submissions. Read more.
 
► Cabinet Office Adjusts Processes for Tax Undertakings. Read More.
 
► DEH announces service delivery changes. Read more.
 
► Tuesday, 24 March Government Update. Read more.
 
► DCFS Works Remotely from 25 March for Critical Services, Maintains Staffing at Residential Care Facilities. Read more.
 
► CIGOUK Focuses on Caymanians in the UK. Read more.
 
► Emergency Travel Hotline Launched for Persons with Urgent Need to Leave the Cayman Islands. Read more.
 
► NAU Issues Preparedness List, Amends Customer-Facing Hours. Read more.
 
► Monday, 23 March Government Update. Watch here.
 
► District Administration Update Lists Changes to Operations in Cayman Brac, Little Cayman. Read more.
 
 

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