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Joint Information Center – JIC Release No. 1004
March 28, 2022, 4:55 p.m. (ChST)
Two COVID-19-related Fatalities Reported;
Cumulative COVID-19 Test Results: 42 New Cases, 13 Hospitalized;
Changes Made to COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Schedule
Two COVID-19-related Fatalities Reported
Today, the Joint Information Center was notified of two COVID-19-related fatalities:
“Jeff, Josh, and I pray for their family and friends during this most difficult time, that they find peace and comfort as we continue to battle this pandemic together as a community,” said Governor Lou Leon Guerrero.
Cumulative COVID-19 Test Results: 42 New Cases Reported March 26 – 28
From March 26–28, 2022, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 42 new cases of COVID-19. 13 of the cases reported today is through the Department of Defense. The 42 new cases does not include cases previously reported in JIC Release No. 1002 and 1003. The breakdown of the cumulative results is below:
To date, there have been a total of 47,122 officially reported cases, 342 deaths, 888 cases in active isolation, and 45,892 not in active isolation.
Guam’s COVID-19 Community Level is MODERATE based on the latest available data of new COVID admissions per 100,000 population (7-day total), percent of staffed inpatient beds occupied by COVID-19 patients, and new cases per 100,000 population (7-day total). Guam’s Community Level utilizes the same methodology as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s Community Levels.
13 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 4 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 123 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 31 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.
Changes Made to COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Schedule
The Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC) and Southern Region Community Health Center (SRCHC) vaccination clinic and community testing will be closed on Saturday, April 2, 2022. Please see the changes to the schedule below:
Mangilao mAb Treatment Center
Monoclonal antibody therapy (mAb) treatment is available at the mAb Treatment Center at the Mangilao Senior Citizens Center from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m Monday through Saturday for patients with a referral from a physician. To schedule an appointment, call (671) 998-4627.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of March 27, 2022, a total of 135,899 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,800 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,741 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 6,061 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. A total of 56,911booster 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.
March 28, 2022, 4:55 p.m. (ChST)
Two COVID-19-related Fatalities Reported;
Cumulative COVID-19 Test Results: 42 New Cases, 13 Hospitalized;
Changes Made to COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Schedule
Two COVID-19-related Fatalities Reported
Today, the Joint Information Center was notified of two COVID-19-related fatalities:
- The 341st COVID-19-related fatality was pronounced dead on arrival at the Guam Memorial Hospital (GMH) on March 25, 2022. The patient was a 78-year-old female, unvaccinated, who tested positive on March 26.
- The 342nd COVID-19-related fatality was pronounced dead on arrival at GMH on March 28, 2022. The patient was a 66-year-old male, fully vaccinated with a booster, who tested positive on March 28.
“Jeff, Josh, and I pray for their family and friends during this most difficult time, that they find peace and comfort as we continue to battle this pandemic together as a community,” said Governor Lou Leon Guerrero.
Cumulative COVID-19 Test Results: 42 New Cases Reported March 26 – 28
From March 26–28, 2022, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 42 new cases of COVID-19. 13 of the cases reported today is through the Department of Defense. The 42 new cases does not include cases previously reported in JIC Release No. 1002 and 1003. The breakdown of the cumulative results is below:
- March 28: 11 of 221 test positive for COVID-19
- March 27: 16 of 319 test positive for COVID-19 (2 cases previously reported).
- March 26: 45 of 802 test positive for COVID-19 (28 cases previously reported).
To date, there have been a total of 47,122 officially reported cases, 342 deaths, 888 cases in active isolation, and 45,892 not in active isolation.
Guam’s COVID-19 Community Level is MODERATE based on the latest available data of new COVID admissions per 100,000 population (7-day total), percent of staffed inpatient beds occupied by COVID-19 patients, and new cases per 100,000 population (7-day total). Guam’s Community Level utilizes the same methodology as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s Community Levels.
13 Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 4 p.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
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| COVID-19 Admission | 5 | 7 | 1 | 13 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 1 | - | - | 1 |
| ICU | 0 | 0 | - | 0 |
| Ventilator | 0 | 0 | - | 0 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 6 | 7 | 0 |
| Total in Population* | 135,899 | 5,706 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 4 | 123 | 0 |
Changes Made to COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Schedule
The Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC) and Southern Region Community Health Center (SRCHC) vaccination clinic and community testing will be closed on Saturday, April 2, 2022. Please see the changes to the schedule below:
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FREE COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS (AGES 5 AND OVER) FIRST, SECOND AND BOOSTER SHOTS AVAILABLE - Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson |
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Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Agana Shopping Center (2nd Floor) - 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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Monday through Friday 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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Monday through Friday 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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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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Mon., Wed, and Fri.: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sat.: 8 a.m. - 11 a.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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Monday through Friday: 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 not 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. Call (671) 635-7525/6 to schedule an appointment. |
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Mangilao mAb Treatment Center
Monoclonal antibody therapy (mAb) treatment is available at the mAb Treatment Center at the Mangilao Senior Citizens Center from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m Monday through Saturday for patients with a referral from a physician. To schedule an appointment, call (671) 998-4627.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of March 27, 2022, a total of 135,899 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,800 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,741 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 6,061 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. A total of 56,911booster 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.
