AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBiomedical Funding: Cuprina Holdings (Cayman) Limited says its $4.97 million public offering has closed at $1.15 per share, with an option for the underwriter to buy more shares; the company plans to put proceeds toward R&D, new markets, equipment, and working capital. Health Leadership: Premier André Ebanks has appointed Dr Karie Bergstrom as Chief of Staff from 1 October, bringing experience that includes work with the Health Services Authority. Pensions & Health Security: Employment and Immigration Minister Michael Myles warns about pension and healthcare contribution defaults by about 2,000 employers, saying new permits and licences will be blocked until arrears are cleared. Regional Health & Social Care: Cayman will host the 2027 Caribbean Overseas Territories Leaders Caucus, with health and social care among the priority topics for talks with the UK. Public Health Preparedness: CARPHA’s CariPHLN workshop in Barbados focused on strengthening Caribbean lab preparedness, surveillance, diagnostics, and coordinated response. Air Quality Alert: The Cayman Islands Weather Service has issued a Saharan dust alert, advising residents to limit outdoor time and protect respiratory health. Addiction Recovery: Beacon Farms convened partners for Recovery Month to strengthen the continuum of care for addiction, with a focus on prevention, adolescent services, and aftercare. Mosquito Control: MRCU has started island-wide aerial larviciding across Grand Cayman, with daytime low-altitude flights and guidance for residents to reduce breeding sites.
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