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Joint Information Center – JIC Release No. 973
February 26, 2022, 3:35 p.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 127 New Cases, 30 Hospitalized
30 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 18 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 88 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 5 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: 127 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of 127 new cases of COVID-19 from 368 specimens analyzed on February 25, 2022. Additional results are pending analysis and submission from other clinics and will be reported on Monday, February 28, 2022. To date, there have been a total of 44,238 officially reported cases, 322 deaths, 3,773 cases in active isolation, and 40,143 not in active isolation.
UOG Vaccination Clinic Extended Until March 2, Moves to GCC Starting March 4
The COVID-19 vaccination clinic held at the University of Guam (UOG) Field House will remain operational through March 2. The COVID-19 vaccination clinic will then transition to the Guam Community College (GCC) Multipurpose Auditorium in Mangilao on March 4. While walk-ins are accepted, residents are urged to make appointments attinyurl.com/vaxguam. Dates and times are listed below:
Mangilao mAb Treatment Center Reopens
The monoclonal antibody therapy (mAb) Treatment Center located at the Mangilao Senior Citizens Center in Mangilao is open for COVID-19 therapeutic services from 8 a.m. to 4 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. To schedule an appointment, call (671) 988-4627. Individuals are encouraged to schedule within 10 days of when symptoms started for best results.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of February 25, 2022, a total of 134,794 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,204 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,427 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 5,377 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 141 residents have received their booster shots and a total of 54,884 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 26, 2022, 3:35 p.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 127 New Cases, 30 Hospitalized
30 Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 5 p.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
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| COVID-19 Admission | 20 | 10 | - | 30 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 0 | - | - | 0 |
| ICU | 3 | 1 | - | 4 |
| Ventilator | 3 | 0 | - | 3 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 24 | 6 | 0 |
| Total in Population* | 134,794 | 6,813 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 18 | 88 | 0 |
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 127 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of 127 new cases of COVID-19 from 368 specimens analyzed on February 25, 2022. Additional results are pending analysis and submission from other clinics and will be reported on Monday, February 28, 2022. To date, there have been a total of 44,238 officially reported cases, 322 deaths, 3,773 cases in active isolation, and 40,143 not in active isolation.
UOG Vaccination Clinic Extended Until March 2, Moves to GCC Starting March 4
The COVID-19 vaccination clinic held at the University of Guam (UOG) Field House will remain operational through March 2. The COVID-19 vaccination clinic will then transition to the Guam Community College (GCC) Multipurpose Auditorium in Mangilao on March 4. While walk-ins are accepted, residents are urged to make appointments attinyurl.com/vaxguam. Dates and times are listed below:
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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. 26, 2022: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Feb. 28–Mar. 1, 2022: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mar. 2, 2022: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m |
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 Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at 2 p.m. |
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Feb. 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. 28, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Chief Brodie 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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Mar. 1, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Machanaonao 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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Mar. 2, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Astumbo 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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Mar. 3, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Maria A. Ulloa 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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Mar. 4, 2022: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
D.L. Perez 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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Mar. 4 - 5, 2022 Mar. 7 - 8, 2022 Mar. 10 - 12, 2022 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Guam Community College Multipurpose Auditorium, 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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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. 28 – Mar. 5, 2022: 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. 28 – Mar. 5, 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 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) 635-7525/6 to schedule an appointment. |
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Mangilao mAb Treatment Center Reopens
The monoclonal antibody therapy (mAb) Treatment Center located at the Mangilao Senior Citizens Center in Mangilao is open for COVID-19 therapeutic services from 8 a.m. to 4 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. To schedule an appointment, call (671) 988-4627. Individuals are encouraged to schedule within 10 days of when symptoms started for best results.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of February 25, 2022, a total of 134,794 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,204 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,427 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 5,377 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 141 residents have received their booster shots and a total of 54,884 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.
