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Joint Information Center – JIC Release No. 965
February 19, 2022, 12 p.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 179 New Cases, 50 Hospitalized; Correction to JIC Release No. 964; Additional COVID-19 Updates
Correction to JIC Release No. 964
On Friday, February 18, 2022, the JIC reported one COVID-19-related fatality which occurred at Health Services of the Pacific. The JIC was later informed that the fatality occurred in hospice care. The correction follows:
The 316th COVID-19-related fatality occurred in hospice care on February 8, 2022. The patient was a 57-year-old female, fully vaccinated without a booster shot, with underlying health conditions who tested positive on January 31, 2022.
50 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 289 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 13 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: 179 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of 179 new cases of COVID-19 from 469 specimens analyzed on February 18, 2022. Additional results are pending analysis and submission from other clinics and will be reported on Monday, February 21, 2022. To date, there have been a total of 42,403 officially reported cases, 316 deaths, 5,032 cases in active isolation, and 37,055 not in active isolation.
Mangilao mAb Treatment Center Reopens
The monoclonal antibody therapy (mAb) Treatment Center located at the Mangilao Senior Citizens Center in Mangilao has reopened for COVID-19 therapeutic services. The hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m Monday through Saturday. Patients must receive a referral from a physician in order to qualify for treatment at the Mangilao mAb Treatment Center.
DPHSS Rescinds COVID-19 Testing Screening Guide Memorandum
DPHSS has rescinded its COVID-19 Testing - Screening Guide Memorandum issued on February 4, 2022 which lists the eligibility criteria for individuals to meet for COVID-19 testing. The memorandum was created and issued as part of a risk stratification due to limited availability of COVID-19 tests at the time. In the last few days, DPHSS has received adequate supplies of test kits to offer COVID-19 testing at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan, Barrigada, but continues to urge the community to follow DPHSS Guidance Memorandum 2021-16 Rev02 for when to get tested.
COVID-19 testing at DPHSS NRCHC and SRCHC will continue to be offered to only symptomatic patients and close contacts by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, please visit tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of February 18, 2022, a total of 134,328 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,204 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,234 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 5,092 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. A total of 53,965booster shots have been administered to eligible residents since September 29, 2021.
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February 19, 2022, 12 p.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 179 New Cases, 50 Hospitalized; Correction to JIC Release No. 964; Additional COVID-19 Updates
Correction to JIC Release No. 964
On Friday, February 18, 2022, the JIC reported one COVID-19-related fatality which occurred at Health Services of the Pacific. The JIC was later informed that the fatality occurred in hospice care. The correction follows:
The 316th COVID-19-related fatality occurred in hospice care on February 8, 2022. The patient was a 57-year-old female, fully vaccinated without a booster shot, with underlying health conditions who tested positive on January 31, 2022.
50 Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 11 a.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
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| COVID-19 Admission | 30 | 20 | 0 | 50 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 0 | - | - | 0 |
| ICU | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Ventilator | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 29 | 21 | 0 |
| Total in Population* | 134,328 | 7,279 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 22 | 289 | 0 |
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 179 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of 179 new cases of COVID-19 from 469 specimens analyzed on February 18, 2022. Additional results are pending analysis and submission from other clinics and will be reported on Monday, February 21, 2022. To date, there have been a total of 42,403 officially reported cases, 316 deaths, 5,032 cases in active isolation, and 37,055 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. 19, 2022: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 21–26, 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. 21–26, 2022: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center (SRCHC), 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. 19, 21–26, 2022: 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. 19, 21–26, 2022: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC), 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. 21–25, 2022: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center (SRCHC), 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. 22, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
P.C. Lujan 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. 23, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Agana Heights 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. 24, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Tamuning 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. *Serving students from both L.B.J Elementary and Tamuning Elementary |
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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. |
Mangilao mAb Treatment Center Reopens
The monoclonal antibody therapy (mAb) Treatment Center located at the Mangilao Senior Citizens Center in Mangilao has reopened for COVID-19 therapeutic services. The hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m Monday through Saturday. Patients must receive a referral from a physician in order to qualify for treatment at the Mangilao mAb Treatment Center.
DPHSS Rescinds COVID-19 Testing Screening Guide Memorandum
DPHSS has rescinded its COVID-19 Testing - Screening Guide Memorandum issued on February 4, 2022 which lists the eligibility criteria for individuals to meet for COVID-19 testing. The memorandum was created and issued as part of a risk stratification due to limited availability of COVID-19 tests at the time. In the last few days, DPHSS has received adequate supplies of test kits to offer COVID-19 testing at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan, Barrigada, but continues to urge the community to follow DPHSS Guidance Memorandum 2021-16 Rev02 for when to get tested.
COVID-19 testing at DPHSS NRCHC and SRCHC will continue to be offered to only symptomatic patients and close contacts by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, please visit tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of February 18, 2022, a total of 134,328 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,204 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,234 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 5,092 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. A total of 53,965booster shots have been administered to eligible residents since September 29, 2021.
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