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HSA staff raise over $11,000 to aid Jamaica’s Medical Recovery

Local News 17 Nov, 2025 Follow News

Members of the Health Services Authority team with medical relief supplies provided through the Cayman Islands Medical Relief Emergency Support Team, part of the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC).

Donated medical supplies bound for Jamaica, as part of the post-hurricane relief effort coordinated by the Cayman Islands Medical Relief Emergency Support Team, part of the National Emergency Operatio

Some HSA staff who contributed to the HSA Cares initiative, which raised more than $11,000 to purchase medical supplies supporting Jamaica’s post-hurricane recovery efforts.

Faith Hospital staff members who contributed to the HSA Cares initiative.

In continued support for Jamaica’s post-recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa, the Health Services Authority (HSA) staff have raised more than $11,000 through its HSA Cares programme.

Funded by voluntary employee salary donations, the amount was raised in less than four days, an impressive demonstration of teamwork driven by compassion. The funds were used to purchase urgently needed medical supplies, as requested by Jamaica through the Cayman Islands Medical Relief Emergency Support Team (EST), part of the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) Human Concerns Cluster.

“This initiative once again highlights the unbreakable bond that unites these two countries,” stated Acting CEO Dr. Vinton Douglas. “As healthcare workers, we know what it means to care for those in times of crisis, and our team has once again answered the call to stand with our Caribbean neighbour in their time of need, demonstrating our spirit of compassion and solidarity. Our staff’s swift actions remind us that our commitment to care transcends geographical boundaries and that together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives we touch,” he said. 

“These essential supplies will help ensure continuity of care across Jamaica, allowing patients to undergo procedures using supplies to ensure a safe environment. Our team is proud to support these efforts and to play a part in safeguarding public health in Jamaica,” explained Dr. Douglas.

Dani Coleman, Director of Hazard Management Cayman Islands (HMCI) and lead coordinator for the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) said, “It is encouraging to see the continued support for Jamaica in the community from public and private organisations. In addition to HSA’s staff contributions, First Baptist Church made a significant pledge of $10,000 to the efforts through the Medical Relief Emergency Support Team. Other thanks go to Health City Cayman Islands and JDW Medical Solutions for donating additional medical supplies and Cayman Airways for providing the transportation and logistical support necessary to ensure the shipment was sent to Jamaica in the most expedient way.”


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