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Stay Safe This Season – Fire Service Tips on Bonfires & Fireworks
Get ready for the holiday season with essential tips on bonfire and fireworks safety in the Cayman Islands.
We break down the laws, safety rules, and expert advice from the Cayman Islands Fire Service.
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Cayman confronts rising strain on mental health system
Cayman’s mental health system is under growing strain as the population climbs toward 100,000 and clinical needs become more complex, according to clinicians and government partners who spoke at a public meeting this month.
Representatives from the Mental Health Commission, the Poinciana Mental Health Advisory Council, the Health Services Authority and the Department of Counselling Services outlined at the 13 Nov. meeting how agencies are working together to keep up with the growing demand for mental-health care in Cayman.
The biggest pressure points include too few inpatient psychiatric beds, ageing residential facilities, a shortage of trained personnel, and significant gaps in services for those with dementia and individuals living with both addiction and mental illness.
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