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Joint Information Center – JIC Release No. 1094
July 19, 2022, 5:20 p.m. (ChST)
COVID-19 Test Results: 148 New Cases, 22 Hospitalized; COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Sites Closed July 21-22; Additional COVID-19 Updates
COVID-19 Test Results: 148 New Cases Reported
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 148 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,478specimens collected July 18, 2022. Twenty-six (26) of the cases reported today are through the Department of Defense.To date, there have been a total of 54,013 officially reported cases, 376 deaths, 939 cases in active isolation, and 52,698not in active isolation.
22 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 14 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 23 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 2 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.
COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Sites Closed July 21-22
In observance of Liberation Day and the government of Guam holiday declared the day after Liberation Day, COVID-19 vaccination clinics and community testing operated by the government of Guam will be closed on Thursday, July 21, 2022 and Friday, July 22, 2022.
Normal operations for COVID-19 community testing at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan and the DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC) in Dededo will resume on Saturday, July 23. The COVID-19 vaccination clinic at DPHSS NRCHC will resume normal operations on Saturday, July 23. On Monday, July 25, normal operations for the COVID-19 vaccination clinics at both Agana Shopping Center and DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center in Inalåhan will resume.
COVID-19 Vaccines for Children 6 Months and Older Available at DPHSS CHCs
The Moderna and the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccines authorized for use in children down to six months of age. In most children, the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for children ages six months through five years will be a two-dose primary series with four to eight weeks between dose one and dose two. In most children, the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children ages six months through four years will be a three-dose primary series three to eight weeks between dose one and dose two, and at least eight weeks between dose two and dose three.
COVID-19 vaccination for individuals ages six months and older are available at the DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center in Dededo, and the DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center in Inalåhan. Requirements for minors to receive the Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine:
Incentives Offered for COVID-19 Vaccination Series Completion and Boosters
A program administered by the government of Guam is providing incentives to individuals 12 years of age and older who maintain their COVID-19 vaccinations who are:
Eligible residents may choose between IP&E gift certificates for $25 gas at Shell Gas Stations OR $25 at Shell Foody’s Guam stores (alcohol and tobacco items excluded) while supplies last. Gift certificates will only be offered at vaccination clinics at NRCHC, SRCHC, the Agana Shopping Center, and senior citizen outreach clinics, while supplies last.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of July 18, 2022, 139,386 eligible residents (6 months and older) are fully vaccinated. This total includes 14,290residents 12 – 17 years old. 8,708 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of a two dose series. 7,056 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. 73 residents 6 months – 4 years old have received their first dose of a two dose series. 66,845 eligible residents have received their first booster shots. 10,399 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.
July 19, 2022, 5:20 p.m. (ChST)
COVID-19 Test Results: 148 New Cases, 22 Hospitalized; COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Sites Closed July 21-22; Additional COVID-19 Updates
COVID-19 Test Results: 148 New Cases Reported
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 148 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,478specimens collected July 18, 2022. Twenty-six (26) of the cases reported today are through the Department of Defense.To date, there have been a total of 54,013 officially reported cases, 376 deaths, 939 cases in active isolation, and 52,698not in active isolation.
22 Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 5 p.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
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| COVID-19 Admission | 10 | 11 | 1 | 22 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 0 | - | - | 0 |
| ICU | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ventilator | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (Under 6 months old) |
| Hospitalized | 19 | 3 | 0 |
| Total in Population* | 139,386 | 13,227 | 1,223 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 14 | 23 | 0 |
COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Sites Closed July 21-22
In observance of Liberation Day and the government of Guam holiday declared the day after Liberation Day, COVID-19 vaccination clinics and community testing operated by the government of Guam will be closed on Thursday, July 21, 2022 and Friday, July 22, 2022.
Normal operations for COVID-19 community testing at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan and the DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC) in Dededo will resume on Saturday, July 23. The COVID-19 vaccination clinic at DPHSS NRCHC will resume normal operations on Saturday, July 23. On Monday, July 25, normal operations for the COVID-19 vaccination clinics at both Agana Shopping Center and DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center in Inalåhan will resume.
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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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Tuesday and Saturday 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Old Carnival Grounds, Tiyan, Barrigada NO SYMPTOMS NEEDED TO TEST FOR COVID-19 Four adults per vehicle. Bring a photo ID.Travel-related testing will not be offered. CLOSED Thursday, July 21, 2022 |
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Tuesday: 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. CLOSED Thursday, July 21, 2022 |
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Monday - Saturday: 9 a.m. by appointment |
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. CLOSED July 21 – 22, 2022 |
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FREE COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS (AGES 6 MONTHS AND OLDER) FIRST, SECOND AND BOOSTER SHOTS AVAILABLE - Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson |
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Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
Agana Shopping Center (2nd Floor) Walk-in service only. Registration for appointments is no longer offered. Bring proof of identity. Last sign-in is at 2:30 p.m. or while supplies last. CLOSED Friday, July 22, 2022 |
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Monday - Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC), Dededo Last vaccine will be administered 30 minutes before closing. Walk-ins only. Curbside vaccination available for people with disabilities. CLOSED Thursday, July 21, 2022 |
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Monday - 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. CLOSED July 21 – 22, 2022 |
COVID-19 Vaccines for Children 6 Months and Older Available at DPHSS CHCs
The Moderna and the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccines authorized for use in children down to six months of age. In most children, the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for children ages six months through five years will be a two-dose primary series with four to eight weeks between dose one and dose two. In most children, the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children ages six months through four years will be a three-dose primary series three to eight weeks between dose one and dose two, and at least eight weeks between dose two and dose three.
COVID-19 vaccination for individuals ages six months and older are available at the DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center in Dededo, and the DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center in Inalåhan. Requirements for minors to receive the Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine:
- Parent/legal guardian must provide minor’s birth certificate
- Parent/legal guardian must have a government-issued photo identification
- Minor must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
- Guardians must present legal guardianship or power-of-attorney documents
Incentives Offered for COVID-19 Vaccination Series Completion and Boosters
A program administered by the government of Guam is providing incentives to individuals 12 years of age and older who maintain their COVID-19 vaccinations who are:
- Completing their last dose in primary series; OR
- Receiving 1st Booster Dose OR 2nd Booster Dose
Eligible residents may choose between IP&E gift certificates for $25 gas at Shell Gas Stations OR $25 at Shell Foody’s Guam stores (alcohol and tobacco items excluded) while supplies last. Gift certificates will only be offered at vaccination clinics at NRCHC, SRCHC, the Agana Shopping Center, and senior citizen outreach clinics, while supplies last.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of July 18, 2022, 139,386 eligible residents (6 months and older) are fully vaccinated. This total includes 14,290residents 12 – 17 years old. 8,708 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of a two dose series. 7,056 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. 73 residents 6 months – 4 years old have received their first dose of a two dose series. 66,845 eligible residents have received their first booster shots. 10,399 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.
