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Joint Information Center – JIC Release No. 963
February 17, 2022, 6:15 p.m. (ChST)
COVID-19 Test Results: 394 New Cases, 45 Hospitalized; UOG Vaccination Clinic to Close February 26, 2022
45 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 22 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 218 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 10 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.
COVID-19 Test Results: 394 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 394 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,185specimens analyzed on February 16, 2022. 72 of the cases reported today are through the Department of Defense. To date, there have been a total of 41,780 officially reported cases, 315 deaths, 5,446 cases in active isolation, and 36,019 not in active isolation.
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 16, 2022, a total of 134,271 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,204 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,197 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 5,059 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 86residents received their booster shots and a total of 53,881 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 17, 2022, 6:15 p.m. (ChST)
COVID-19 Test Results: 394 New Cases, 45 Hospitalized; UOG Vaccination Clinic to Close February 26, 2022
45 Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 5 p.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
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| COVID-19 Admission | 25 | 20 | 0 | 45 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 2 | - | - | 2 |
| ICU | 4 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Ventilator | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 29 | 16 | 0 |
| Total in Population* | 134,271 | 7,336 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 22 | 218 | 0 |
COVID-19 Test Results: 394 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 394 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,185specimens analyzed on February 16, 2022. 72 of the cases reported today are through the Department of Defense. To date, there have been a total of 41,780 officially reported cases, 315 deaths, 5,446 cases in active isolation, and 36,019 not in active isolation.
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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. 18–19, 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. 18–19, 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. 18–19: 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. The COVID-19 vaccination clinic operating at the UOG Field House will close on Saturday, February 26, 2022. |
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Feb. 18–19, 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. 18, 2022: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center, Inalåhan Call (671) 828-7604/5/7518 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. 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.
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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. |
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Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of February 16, 2022, a total of 134,271 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,204 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,197 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 5,059 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 86residents received their booster shots and a total of 53,881 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.
