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Joint Information Center – JIC Release No. 966
February 20, 2022, 12:25 p.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 141 New Cases, 50 Hospitalized; No Symptoms Needed to Test for COVID-19
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 23 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 247 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 11 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: 141 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of 141 new cases of COVID-19 from 422 specimens analyzed on February 19, 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 42,544 officially reported cases, 316 deaths, 5,173 cases in active isolation, and 37,055 not in active isolation.
No Symptoms Needed to Test for COVID-19
In the past week, DPHSS has received adequate supplies of test kits to offer COVID-19 testing to the public. No symptoms are needed to test. DPHSS has since rescinded its COVID-19 Testing - Screening Guide Memorandum issued on February 4, 2022 which lists the eligibility criteria for individuals to meet for COVID-19 testing.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 issued as part of a risk stratification due to limited availability of COVID-19 tests at the time.
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.
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.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of February 19, 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 20, 2022, 12:25 p.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 141 New Cases, 50 Hospitalized; No Symptoms Needed to Test for COVID-19
50 Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 11 a.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
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| COVID-19 Admission | 35 | 15 | 0 | 50 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 1 | - | - | 1 |
| ICU | 4 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Ventilator | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 31 | 18 | 1 |
| Total in Population* | 134,328 | 7,279 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 23 | 247 | 8 |
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 141 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of 141 new cases of COVID-19 from 422 specimens analyzed on February 19, 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 42,544 officially reported cases, 316 deaths, 5,173 cases in active isolation, and 37,055 not in active isolation.
No Symptoms Needed to Test for COVID-19
In the past week, DPHSS has received adequate supplies of test kits to offer COVID-19 testing to the public. No symptoms are needed to test. DPHSS has since 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 issued as part of a risk stratification due to limited availability of COVID-19 tests at the time.
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.
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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. 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. NO SYMPTOMS NEEDED TO TEST FOR COVID-19 |
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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. 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. 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.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of February 19, 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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