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Joint Information Center – JIC Release No. 1044
May 6, 2022, 5:40 p.m. (ChST)
COVID-19 Test Results: 21 New Cases, Three Hospitalized;
COVID-19 Tiyan Testing Hours to Change Next Week;
Second COVID-19 Booster Doses Available;
SNAP Supplemental Emergency Allotment for May 2022
COVID-19 Test Results: 21 New Cases Reported
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 21 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,302 specimens analyzed on May 5, 2022. Seven of the cases reported today are through the Department of Defense. To date, there have been a total of 48,323 officially reported cases, 355 deaths, 232 cases in active isolation, and 47,736 not in active isolation.
Three 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 19 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 10 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.
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 months 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.
COVID-19 Tiyan Testing Hours to Change Next Week
Beginning Monday, May 9, 2022, hours of operation at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan, Barrigada will change. COVID-19 testing will be offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. To schedule an appointment, visit tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme
SNAP Supplemental Emergency Allotment for May 2022
DPHSS would like to announce that the SNAP Supplemental Emergency Allotment for May 2022 will be released on May 20, 2022. The benefits will be electronically loaded into the SNAP recipients’ EBT cards. Should you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the numbers below.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of May 5, 2022, a total of 136,450 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,961 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,956 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 6,351 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. A total of 58,681eligible residents have received their first booster shots. A total of 3,596 eligible residents have received their second booster shots.
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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.
May 6, 2022, 5:40 p.m. (ChST)
COVID-19 Test Results: 21 New Cases, Three Hospitalized;
COVID-19 Tiyan Testing Hours to Change Next Week;
Second COVID-19 Booster Doses Available;
SNAP Supplemental Emergency Allotment for May 2022
COVID-19 Test Results: 21 New Cases Reported
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 21 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,302 specimens analyzed on May 5, 2022. Seven of the cases reported today are through the Department of Defense. To date, there have been a total of 48,323 officially reported cases, 355 deaths, 232 cases in active isolation, and 47,736 not in active isolation.
Three Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 5 p.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
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| COVID-19 Admission | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 0 | - | - | 0 |
| ICU | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ventilator | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Total in Population* | 136,450 | 5,157 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 2 | 19 | 0 |
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 months 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.
COVID-19 Tiyan Testing Hours to Change Next Week
Beginning Monday, May 9, 2022, hours of operation at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan, Barrigada will change. COVID-19 testing will be offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. To schedule an appointment, visit tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme
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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 - 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 |
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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 |
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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, Fri, & 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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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 |
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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. |
SNAP Supplemental Emergency Allotment for May 2022
DPHSS would like to announce that the SNAP Supplemental Emergency Allotment for May 2022 will be released on May 20, 2022. The benefits will be electronically loaded into the SNAP recipients’ EBT cards. Should you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the numbers below.
- BES North (Dededo) at 635-7488/635-7484/635-7439/635-7396/635-7429
- BES Central (RAN-Care) at 300-8853/300-8854/300-8850/300-8865
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of May 5, 2022, a total of 136,450 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,961 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,956 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 6,351 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. A total of 58,681eligible residents have received their first booster shots. A total of 3,596 eligible residents have received their second booster shots.
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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.
