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Joint Information Center – JIC Release No. 958
February 12, 2022, 1:15 p.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 345 New Cases, 52 Hospitalized;
10 Cases with Omicron Variant Identified;
Additional COVID-19 Updates; Food Commodities Distribution Continues
52 Hospitalized for COVID-19
SPECIAL NOTE: Based on today's data, if we were to compare two (2) hypothetical populations of 100,000 people each, vaccinated versus unvaccinated, there would be 21 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 287 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 14 times higher for the unvaccinated as compared to the vaccinated. *Estimated population is based on DPHSS Immunization Program analysis of 2020 Census data. Updates are expected pending further Census 2020 data breakdown.
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 345 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of 345 new cases of COVID-19 from 747 specimens analyzed on February 11, 2022. Additional results are pending analysis and submission from other clinics and will be reported on Monday, February 14, 2022. To date, there have been a total of 39,640 officially reported cases, 306 deaths, 7,428 cases in active isolation, and 31,906 not in active isolation.
10 Cases with Omicron Variant Identified
Today, DPHSS received ten (10) new results from virus samples collected on Guam between January 25 to January 26, 2022, which have undergone genome sequencing by the Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) State Laboratory Division. DPHSS received the fourth set of results from the Hawaii DOH State Lab Division. All 10 samples received were identified as the Omicron Variant of Concern (VOC). The breakdown is as follows:
Omicron (VOC)
· Eight (8) BA.2
· Two (2) BA.1.1
To date, 541 SARS-CoV-2 virus samples have been submitted to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Hawaii DOH State Lab Division for genome sequencing and identified a total of three hundred eighty-one (381) COVID-19 cases infected with variants. DPHSS previously reported variants from results from the CDC and the Hawaii DOH State Lab and identified the following:
Food Commodities Distribution Continues
GDOE, State Agency for the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) under the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Nutrition Service distribution will be available to village constituents only on a first-come, first-served basis. Distribution is limited to three households per vehicle at the sites. Face masks must be worn; bring a photo ID.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of February 11, 2022, a total of 133,928 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,204 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,077 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 4,851 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 181 residents received their booster shots and a total of 53,312 booster shots have been administered to eligible residents since September 29, 2021.
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For the latest information on COVID-19, visit dphss.guam.gov or guamrecovery.com. For inquiries, contact 311 through a local number, or call the Joint Information Center at (671) 478-0208/09/10.
February 12, 2022, 1:15 p.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 345 New Cases, 52 Hospitalized;
10 Cases with Omicron Variant Identified;
Additional COVID-19 Updates; Food Commodities Distribution Continues
52 Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 9 a.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
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| COVID-19 Admission | 29 | 23 | - | 52 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 2 | - | - | 2 |
| ICU | 5 | 2 | - | 7 |
| Ventilator | 2 | 2 | - | 4 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 28 | 22 | 2 |
| Total in Population* | 133,928 | 7,674 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 21 | 287 | 16 |
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 345 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of 345 new cases of COVID-19 from 747 specimens analyzed on February 11, 2022. Additional results are pending analysis and submission from other clinics and will be reported on Monday, February 14, 2022. To date, there have been a total of 39,640 officially reported cases, 306 deaths, 7,428 cases in active isolation, and 31,906 not in active isolation.
10 Cases with Omicron Variant Identified
Today, DPHSS received ten (10) new results from virus samples collected on Guam between January 25 to January 26, 2022, which have undergone genome sequencing by the Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) State Laboratory Division. DPHSS received the fourth set of results from the Hawaii DOH State Lab Division. All 10 samples received were identified as the Omicron Variant of Concern (VOC). The breakdown is as follows:
Omicron (VOC)
· Eight (8) BA.2
· Two (2) BA.1.1
To date, 541 SARS-CoV-2 virus samples have been submitted to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Hawaii DOH State Lab Division for genome sequencing and identified a total of three hundred eighty-one (381) COVID-19 cases infected with variants. DPHSS previously reported variants from results from the CDC and the Hawaii DOH State Lab and identified the following:
- eighty-nine (89) cases identified with the B.1.1.7 Alpha variant
- four (4) cases identified with the B.1.351 Beta variant
- two hundred fifty-six (256) cases identified with the Delta variant and its sublineages
- fourteen (14) cases identified with the B.1.429 Epsilon variant
- one (1) case identified with the P.1 Gamma variant
- seventeen (17) cases identified with the Omicron variant and its sublineages
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FREE COVID-19 COMMUNITY TESTING Fill out a COVID-19 Testing Patient Assessment Form ahead of time, available at dphss.guam.gov/covid-19-testing. |
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Feb. 12, 14–19, 2022: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. |
Old Carnival Grounds, Tiyan, Barrigada COVID-19 testing will be offered by appointment through tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme. Four adults per vehicle. Bring a photo ID.Travel-related testing will not be offered. |
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Feb. 14–19, 2022: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center, Inalåhan By appointment only for individuals with COVID-like symptoms. Four adults per vehicle. Bring a photo ID. Travel-related testing will not be offered. Call (671) 828-7604/5/7518. Register at tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme Call (671) 635-4418/7400 to schedule an appointment. Last appointment is 30 minutes before closing. Walk-ins welcome. Curbside vaccination available for people with disabilities. Register at tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme |
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FREE COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS (AGES 5 AND OVER) FIRST DOSES, SECOND DOSES, AND BOOSTER SHOTS AVAILABLE Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson |
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Feb. 12, 2022, Feb. 14–19: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday: CLOSED |
University of Guam Field House, Mangilao: Register: tinyurl.com/vaxguam Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will be expedited. Bring appointment confirmation and proof of identity. Last appointment is 30 minutes before closing. |
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Feb. 12, 2022: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Feb. 14–19, 2022: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center, Dededo Call 671-635-4418/7400 to schedule an appointment. Last appointment is 30 minutes before closing. Walk-ins welcome. Curbside vaccination available for people with disabilities. Register at tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme |
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Feb. 15, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Inarajan Elementary School After-school vaccination clinic open to the community. Walk-ins welcome. Minors must have birth certificate, parents must have government-issued photo ID. |
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Feb. 16, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
J.Q. San Miguel Elementary School After-school vaccination clinic open to the community. Walk-ins welcome. Minors must have birth certificate, parents must have government-issued photo ID. |
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Feb. 17, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Adacao Elementary School After-school vaccination clinic open to the community. Walk-ins welcome. Minors must have birth certificate, parents must have government-issued photo ID. |
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Feb. 19, 2022: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Dededo Mayor’s Office, Dededo - Register at tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme COVID-19 vaccination support clinic for families of children with disabilities and also open to the community. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will be expedited. Bring appointment confirmation and proof of identity. Minors must have a birth certificate, parents must have a government-issued photo ID. Last appointment is 30 minutes before closing. |
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Feb. 26, 2022: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Agat Gym, Hågat - Register at tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme COVID-19 vaccination support clinic for families of children with disabilities and also open to the community. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will be expedited. Bring appointment confirmation and proof of identity. Minors must have a birth certificate, parents must have a government-issued photo ID. Last appointment is 30 minutes before closing. |
Food Commodities Distribution Continues
GDOE, State Agency for the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) under the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Nutrition Service distribution will be available to village constituents only on a first-come, first-served basis. Distribution is limited to three households per vehicle at the sites. Face masks must be worn; bring a photo ID.
| Date | Location | Distribution Method - While Supplies Last | # of Bags |
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Monday, Feb. 14, 2022 |
Umatac |
Door-to-door distribution begins at 9 a.m. for manåmko and individuals with disabilities, For Umatac constituents only, while supplies last. For more info, call the Mayor’s Office at 671-828-8251. |
225 |
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Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022 |
Malesso |
Door-to-door distribution begins at 9 a.m. for the manåmko, individuals with disabilities, and those who have been furloughed. For Malesso constituents only, while supplies last. For more info, call the Mayor’s Office at 671-828-2941/8312. |
450 |
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Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022 |
Talofofo |
Drive-thru distribution begins at 10 a.m. at the Talofofo Gym and Door-to-door distribution for the manåmko and those without transportation. For Talofofo constituents only, while supplies last. For more info, call the Mayor’s Office at 671-789-1421. |
425 |
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Friday, Feb. 18, 2022 |
Agat |
Drive-thru distribution begins at 1 p.m. at the Agat Community Center. For Agat constituents only, while supplies last. For more info, call the Mayor’s Office at 671-565-2524. |
400 |
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of February 11, 2022, a total of 133,928 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,204 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,077 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 4,851 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 181 residents received their booster shots and a total of 53,312 booster shots have been administered to eligible residents since September 29, 2021.
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For the latest information on COVID-19, visit dphss.guam.gov or guamrecovery.com. For inquiries, contact 311 through a local number, or call the Joint Information Center at (671) 478-0208/09/10.
