Search Through All Notices
Joint Information Center – JIC Release No. 1031
April 24, 2022, 11:15 a.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: Five New Cases, Five Hospitalized;
Adult Day Care and Senior Citizen Center Reopening;
Second COVID-19 Booster Doses Available;
Food Commodities Distribution Continues April 26
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: Five New Cases Reported
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of five new cases of COVID-19 from 47 specimens analyzed on April 23, 2022. To date, there have been a total of 47,944 officially reported cases, 354 deaths, 226 cases in active isolation, and 47,364 not in active isolation.
Five 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 2 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 38 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 19 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.
Adult Day Care and Senior Citizen Center Reopening
DPHSS Division of Senior Citizens (DSC), in partnership with the Mayors’ Council of Guam, will resume in-person Adult Day Care and Senior Citizens Center services on Monday, May 2, 2022.
Seniors receiving a Congregate (home-based) meal must contact their respective Adult Day Care Center or Senior Citizens Center to register to receive their Congregate meal at the Center, as Congregate meals will no longer be delivered or available for pick up on Monday, May 2, 2022. To receive a “Home-Delivered” meal, contact the Case Management Services program at (671) 647-5355 to schedule an assessment to determine eligibility for this “Home-Delivered” Meal Program.
In accordance with Executive Order No. 2022-09, “Individuals who are not vaccinated or boosted are at an increased risk of infection, hospitalization, and death as a result of COVID-19. Such individuals are encouraged to get vaccinated immediately before engaging in activities in congregate settings where mask use is compromised.” To schedule and/or receive your COVID-19 vaccine or booster, please contact 311, Option 2, or Case Management Services Program at (671) 647-5355.
For additional information, call DSC at (671) 735-7415/7421 between 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or email Biba.SeniorCitizens@dphss.guam.gov.
Second COVID-19 Booster Doses Available
Second doses of the COVID-19 booster are available to individuals ages 12 years and older who are moderately or severely immunocompromised. Eligible individuals may choose to receive a second booster dose using an mRNA (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) COVID-19 vaccine at least 4 months after the first booster dose.
Additionally, adults between the ages of 18 and 49 who are not moderately or severely immunocompromised and who received Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine as both their primary series dose and booster dose may receive a second booster dose using an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least 4 month s after the Janssen booster dose.
Adults ages 50 years and older could benefit from a second mRNA booster dose as they are at increased risk for severe COVID-19. Adults 50 years and older may choose to receive a second booster dose, if it has been at least 4 months after the first booster dose.
Food Commodities Distribution Continues April 26
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 April 21, 2022, a total of 136,294 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,873 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,889 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 6,275 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. A total of 58,065eligible residents have received their first booster shots. A total of 2,154 eligible residents have received their second booster shots.
-###-
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.
April 24, 2022, 11:15 a.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: Five New Cases, Five Hospitalized;
Adult Day Care and Senior Citizen Center Reopening;
Second COVID-19 Booster Doses Available;
Food Commodities Distribution Continues April 26
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: Five New Cases Reported
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of five new cases of COVID-19 from 47 specimens analyzed on April 23, 2022. To date, there have been a total of 47,944 officially reported cases, 354 deaths, 226 cases in active isolation, and 47,364 not in active isolation.
Five Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 10 a.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COVID-19 Admission | 1 | 4 | - | 5 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 0 | - | - | 0 |
| ICU | 0 | 0 | - | 0 |
| Ventilator | 0 | 0 | - | 0 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Total in Population* | 136,294 | 5,313 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 2 | 38 | 0 |
Adult Day Care and Senior Citizen Center Reopening
DPHSS Division of Senior Citizens (DSC), in partnership with the Mayors’ Council of Guam, will resume in-person Adult Day Care and Senior Citizens Center services on Monday, May 2, 2022.
Seniors receiving a Congregate (home-based) meal must contact their respective Adult Day Care Center or Senior Citizens Center to register to receive their Congregate meal at the Center, as Congregate meals will no longer be delivered or available for pick up on Monday, May 2, 2022. To receive a “Home-Delivered” meal, contact the Case Management Services program at (671) 647-5355 to schedule an assessment to determine eligibility for this “Home-Delivered” Meal Program.
In accordance with Executive Order No. 2022-09, “Individuals who are not vaccinated or boosted are at an increased risk of infection, hospitalization, and death as a result of COVID-19. Such individuals are encouraged to get vaccinated immediately before engaging in activities in congregate settings where mask use is compromised.” To schedule and/or receive your COVID-19 vaccine or booster, please contact 311, Option 2, or Case Management Services Program at (671) 647-5355.
For additional information, call DSC at (671) 735-7415/7421 between 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or email Biba.SeniorCitizens@dphss.guam.gov.
Second COVID-19 Booster Doses Available
Second doses of the COVID-19 booster are available to individuals ages 12 years and older who are moderately or severely immunocompromised. Eligible individuals may choose to receive a second booster dose using an mRNA (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) COVID-19 vaccine at least 4 months after the first booster dose.
Additionally, adults between the ages of 18 and 49 who are not moderately or severely immunocompromised and who received Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine as both their primary series dose and booster dose may receive a second booster dose using an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least 4 month s after the Janssen booster dose.
Adults ages 50 years and older could benefit from a second mRNA booster dose as they are at increased risk for severe COVID-19. Adults 50 years and older may choose to receive a second booster dose, if it has been at least 4 months after the first booster dose.
|
FREE COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS (AGES 5 AND OVER) FIRST, SECOND AND BOOSTER SHOTS AVAILABLE - Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson |
|
|
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. |
|
Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - 12 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 |
|
Monday through Saturday 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 |
|
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. |
|
|
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 |
|
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 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 |
|
Monday through Saturday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC), Dededo 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. |
Food Commodities Distribution Continues April 26
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.
| Date | Location | Distribution Method - While Supplies Last | # of Bags |
|
Tuesday, April 26, 2022 |
Humåtak |
Door-to-Door distribution begins at 10 a.m. for the Manamko (elderly) and individuals with a disability, for Humåtak constituents only, while supplies last. For more information, contact the Humåtak Mayor’s Office at 671-828-8251. |
225 |
|
Thursday, April 28, 2022 |
Dededo |
Drive-thru distribution is from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Guam Football Association in Dededo, for Dededo constituents only, while supplies last. For more information, contact the Dededo Mayor’s Office at 671-632-5203/5019. |
1,000 |
|
Friday, April 29, 2022 |
Talofofo |
Drive-thru distribution begins at 10 a.m. at the Talofofo Gymnasium and Door-to-Door distribution for the Manamko (elderly) and those without transportation for Talofofo constituents only, while supplies last. For more information, contact the Talofofo Mayor’s Office at 671-789-1421. |
425 |
| Distribution Date | Organization | Distribution Method | No. of Clients |
|
Wednesday, April 27, 2022 |
Adult Day Care |
Food commodities will be provided, in bulk, to organizations and will be distributed directly to their clients/families/households. |
75 |
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of April 21, 2022, a total of 136,294 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,873 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,889 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 6,275 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. A total of 58,065eligible residents have received their first booster shots. A total of 2,154 eligible residents have received their second booster shots.
-###-
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.
