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Joint Information Center – JIC Release No. 1055
May 23, 2022, 5:40 p.m. (ChST)
Standing Order Issued for Booster Shots for Children 5-11 Years Old;
Second Booster Dose Vaccination Clinics at Senior Citizens Centers Ongoing;
Cumulative COVID-19 Test Results: 74 New Cases, Five Hospitalized
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) issued a Standing Order for Administering COVID-19 Vaccines Addendum relative to boosters for children ages 5 to 11 years old. The Standing Order is issued following a recommendation from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that children ages 5 through 11 years should receive a booster dose 5 months after their initial Pfizer-BioNTech vaccination series.
The addendum also includes updates to the following:
b. People ages 50 years and older
2. Updated guidance for people who are moderately or severely immunocompromised and are treated with B-cell-depleting therapies
3. Clarification of COVID-19 vaccination guidance for multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) and adults (MIS-A)
4. Updated guidance for primary series vaccination after SARS-CoV-2 infection
Read the Standing Order in its entirety HERE.
Second Booster Dose Vaccination Clinics at Senior Citizens Centers Ongoing
The DPHSS Division of Senior Citizens (DSC), in partnership with the Mayors’ Council of Guam, is offering second doses of the COVID-19 booster to adults 50 years of age and older, or to individuals 12 years and older who are moderately to severely immunocompromised, at Senior Citizens Centers across the island. All eligible individuals are encouraged to get their second booster shots. Please see the schedule below:
Cumulative COVID-19 Test Results: 74 New Cases Reported
Today, DPHSS reported 74 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,944 specimens analyzed May 21 – 23, 2022:
19 of the cases reported today are through the Department of Defense. To date, there have been a total of 48,762 officially reported cases, 361 deaths, 189 cases in active isolation, and 48,212 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 3 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 30 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 7 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.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of May 21, 2022, 136,631 eligible residents (5 years and older) are fully vaccinated. This total includes 14,005residents 12 – 17 years old. 8,015 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 6,451 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. 59,302 eligible residents have received their first booster shots. 4,823 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 23, 2022, 5:40 p.m. (ChST)
Standing Order Issued for Booster Shots for Children 5-11 Years Old;
Second Booster Dose Vaccination Clinics at Senior Citizens Centers Ongoing;
Cumulative COVID-19 Test Results: 74 New Cases, Five Hospitalized
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) issued a Standing Order for Administering COVID-19 Vaccines Addendum relative to boosters for children ages 5 to 11 years old. The Standing Order is issued following a recommendation from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that children ages 5 through 11 years should receive a booster dose 5 months after their initial Pfizer-BioNTech vaccination series.
The addendum also includes updates to the following:
- Updated guidance that the following people should receive a second COVID-19 booster dose:
b. People ages 50 years and older
2. Updated guidance for people who are moderately or severely immunocompromised and are treated with B-cell-depleting therapies
3. Clarification of COVID-19 vaccination guidance for multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) and adults (MIS-A)
4. Updated guidance for primary series vaccination after SARS-CoV-2 infection
Read the Standing Order in its entirety HERE.
Second Booster Dose Vaccination Clinics at Senior Citizens Centers Ongoing
The DPHSS Division of Senior Citizens (DSC), in partnership with the Mayors’ Council of Guam, is offering second doses of the COVID-19 booster to adults 50 years of age and older, or to individuals 12 years and older who are moderately to severely immunocompromised, at Senior Citizens Centers across the island. All eligible individuals are encouraged to get their second booster shots. Please see the schedule below:
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DIVISION OF SENIOR CITIZENS BOOSTER DRIVE FIRST, SECOND AND BOOSTER SHOTS AVAILABLE - Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson |
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Tuesday, May 24, 2022 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Dededo Senior Citizens Center, Dededo Walk-ins are welcome. Please bring picture ID. Curbside vaccination available for persons with disabilities. |
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Wednesday, May 25, 2022 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Inalahån Senior Citizens Center, Inalahån Walk-ins are welcome. Please bring picture ID. Curbside vaccination available for persons with disabilities. |
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Thursday, May 26, 2022 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Mangilao Senior Citizens Center, Mangilao Walk-ins are welcome. Please bring picture ID. Curbside vaccination available for persons with disabilities. |
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Friday, May 27, 2022 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Santa Rita Senior Citizens Center, Santa Rita Walk-ins are welcome. Please bring picture ID. Curbside vaccination available for persons with disabilities. |
Cumulative COVID-19 Test Results: 74 New Cases Reported
Today, DPHSS reported 74 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,944 specimens analyzed May 21 – 23, 2022:
- May 23: Four of 177 test positive for COVID-19
- May 22: 27 of 962 test positive for COVID-19
- May 21: 43 of 805 test positive for COVID-19
19 of the cases reported today are through the Department of Defense. To date, there have been a total of 48,762 officially reported cases, 361 deaths, 189 cases in active isolation, and 48,212 not in active isolation.
Five Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 5 p.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
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| COVID-19 Admission | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 0 | - | - | 0 |
| ICU | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ventilator | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Total in Population* | 136,631 | 4,976 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 3 | 20 | 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.
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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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Mon. - Sat. 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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Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sat: 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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Mon. - Fri. 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. |
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of May 21, 2022, 136,631 eligible residents (5 years and older) are fully vaccinated. This total includes 14,005residents 12 – 17 years old. 8,015 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 6,451 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. 59,302 eligible residents have received their first booster shots. 4,823 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.
