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Joint Information Center - JIC Release No. 676
May 17, 2021, 8 p.m. (ChST)
Twelve of 821 Test Positive for COVID-19; UPDATED:Vaccination and Testing Schedule;
Additional Resource Provided for COVID-19 Vaccination Verification;
UPDATED: Food Commodities Distribution Continues
Results: Twelve New Cases of COVID-19
Twelve (12) new cases of COVID-19 were identified out of 821 tests performed by the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) on Sunday, May 16, and from tests run by other labs between Friday, May 14 to Sunday, May 16. Three (3) cases reported recent travel history and were identified in quarantine. Six (6) cases were identified through contact tracing.
To date, there have been a total of 8,103 officially reported cases of COVID-19 with 139 deaths, 89 cases in active isolation, and 7,875 not in active isolation. The CAR Score is 0.7.
UPDATED: COVID-19 Vaccination Schedule
COVID-19 vaccination clinics continue at the locations and times below. Bring a photo ID. Those due for their second dose are reminded to bring their COVID-19 immunization card. To view the complete schedule of COVID-19 vaccination clinics, visit dphss.guam.gov/vaccinategu.
Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and provide government-issued identification to validate age. Minor’s birth certificate is acceptable. Parent/legal guardian must have a government-issued ID. Guardians must also present legal guardianship or power-of-attorney document.
Additional Resource Provided for COVID-19 Vaccination Verification
In line with DPHSS Guidance Memo 2020-11 REV 11, the University of Guam (UOG) Call Center has been activated to assist DPHSS with requests for vaccine verification. Starting Tuesday, May 18, individuals who received the COVID-19 vaccine on Guam may request their secondary form of vaccination verification by calling the following numbers:
Requests can be made via phone Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Requests may also be made via email at vaxtravel@dphss.guam.gov. Vaccination verification pick-up times are currently scheduled for Wednesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at UOG.
Individuals who were vaccinated on Guam will not be mandated to present vaccination verification upon arrival to the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority. This service, however, will be made available to the community in the event the traveler needs it for entry into other jurisdictions. Availing of the vaccination verification documentation may also streamline the arrival process for passengers seeking entry into Guam.
Free COVID-19 Testing Schedule
COVID-19 community testing continues. No symptoms are needed. Bring a photo ID. Testing for travel purposes will not be conducted at these community testing sites. Individuals seeking COVID-19 testing to travel off-island may contact the DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center at 635-7525/6 to schedule an appointment. For the safety of the community and nurses, only four (4) people per vehicle are allowed to be tested. Testing times, dates, and locations are below:
Food Commodities Distribution Continues
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farmers to Families Food Box program distribution will be available to village constituents only on a first-come, first-served basis. A limit of three households per vehicle will be serviced at the distributions. Face masks must be worn. Bring a photo ID. Village Mayors distribution schedule is as follows:
The Guam Department of Education (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. A limit of three
households per vehicle will be serviced at the distributions. Face masks must be worn. Bring a
photo ID. Village Mayors distribution schedule is as follows:
Commodities are also being provided in bulk to the community organizations.
For the latest information on COVID-19, visit dphss.guam.gov or guamrecovery.com. For inquiries on COVID-19, contact 311 through a local number, or call the Joint Information Center at (671) 478-0208/09/10.
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May 17, 2021, 8 p.m. (ChST)
Twelve of 821 Test Positive for COVID-19; UPDATED:Vaccination and Testing Schedule;
Additional Resource Provided for COVID-19 Vaccination Verification;
UPDATED: Food Commodities Distribution Continues
Results: Twelve New Cases of COVID-19
Twelve (12) new cases of COVID-19 were identified out of 821 tests performed by the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) on Sunday, May 16, and from tests run by other labs between Friday, May 14 to Sunday, May 16. Three (3) cases reported recent travel history and were identified in quarantine. Six (6) cases were identified through contact tracing.
To date, there have been a total of 8,103 officially reported cases of COVID-19 with 139 deaths, 89 cases in active isolation, and 7,875 not in active isolation. The CAR Score is 0.7.
UPDATED: COVID-19 Vaccination Schedule
COVID-19 vaccination clinics continue at the locations and times below. Bring a photo ID. Those due for their second dose are reminded to bring their COVID-19 immunization card. To view the complete schedule of COVID-19 vaccination clinics, visit dphss.guam.gov/vaccinategu.
Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and provide government-issued identification to validate age. Minor’s birth certificate is acceptable. Parent/legal guardian must have a government-issued ID. Guardians must also present legal guardianship or power-of-attorney document.
| UOG FIELDHOUSE COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC | ||
| Tuesday, May 18 - Saturday, May 22 |
11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
UOG Fieldhouse, Mangilao • Register at tinyurl.com/vaxguam Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2, Moderna Dose 2, Johnson & Johnson Bring appointment confirmation, photo ID, and proof of Guam residency (Guam Driver's License, Guam ID, Green Card, US, FSM, Palau, or RMI Passport) |
| Tuesday, May 25 - Saturday, May 29 | 12 p.m. - 5:30 pm | |
| COMMUNITY-BASED COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC | ||
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Tuesday, May 18 |
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Old Tiyan Carnival Grounds, Barrigada Drive-thru Testing and Drive-thru Vaccination Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (For anyone age 12 and older), Johnson & Johnson (For anyone age 18 and older) |
| Wednesday, May 19 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center, Inalåhan Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (For anyone age 12 & older) & Moderna Dose 1 & 2 By appointment only. Call 828-7604/5/7518 to schedule. |
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Thursday, May 20 |
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Astumbo Senior Citizen Center, Dededo Register at: tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (For anyone age 12 and older), Moderna Dose 1 & 2, Johnson & Johnson (For anyone age 18 and older) Walk-ins accepted. Bring appointment confirmation, a photo ID, and proof of Guam residency (Guam Driver's License, Guam ID, Green Card, US, FSM, Palau, or RMI Passport) Immunization card is not an EventBrite appointment confirmation - use link above to make an appointment. |
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Friday, May 21 |
1 p.m. - 4 p.m |
DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center, Dededo Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (For anyone age 12 and older), Moderna Dose 1 & 2, Johnson & Johnson (For anyone age 18 and older) By appointment only. Call 635-4418/7400 to schedule. |
| AMC/GRMC/GHRA COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC | ||
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Tuesday, May 25 |
4 p.m. - 7 p.m. |
Hyatt Regency Guam Grand Ballroom, Tumon Register at: vaccine.guamcovid.com Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2, Moderna Dose 1 & 2, Johnson & Johnson (For anyone age 18 and older) Walk-ins accepted. Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines will be prioritized for eligible minors 12 to 17 years of age. For more information, email covid@amc.clinic |
| AMC/GRMC/GUNG COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC | ||
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Friday, May 21 |
4 p.m. - 7 p.m. |
Father Duenas Memorial School Phoenix Center Register at: vaccine.guamcovid.com Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2, Moderna Dose 1 & 2 Walk-ins accepted. Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines will be prioritized for eligible minors 12 to 17 years of age. For more information, email covid@amc.clinic |
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Saturday, May 22 |
Yigo Gym Register at: vaccine.guamcovid.com Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2, Moderna Dose 1 & 2, Johnson & Johnson (For anyone age 18 and older) Walk-ins accepted. Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines will be prioritized for eligible minors 12 to 17 years of age. For more information, email covid@amc.clinic |
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| GDOE & DPHSS “VACCINATE BEFORE YOU GRADUATE” COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC | ||
| Monday, May 24 |
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
John F. Kennedy High School Gym, Tamuning Register at: tinyurl.com/guvacgrad21 Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 Participating minors must submit a consent form prior to receiving the vaccine. Printed copies are available at JFK. Digital PDF form is available at tinyurl.com/3xvaw4b3. For more information, contact Bernabe Mutac, Jr. at 642-2100 or Michelle Franquez at matfranquez@gdoe.net |
Additional Resource Provided for COVID-19 Vaccination Verification
In line with DPHSS Guidance Memo 2020-11 REV 11, the University of Guam (UOG) Call Center has been activated to assist DPHSS with requests for vaccine verification. Starting Tuesday, May 18, individuals who received the COVID-19 vaccine on Guam may request their secondary form of vaccination verification by calling the following numbers:
- (671) 688-2115
- (671) 686-5420
- (671) 787-3758
- (671) 687-1531
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(671) 688-4197
Requests can be made via phone Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Requests may also be made via email at vaxtravel@dphss.guam.gov. Vaccination verification pick-up times are currently scheduled for Wednesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at UOG.
Individuals who were vaccinated on Guam will not be mandated to present vaccination verification upon arrival to the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority. This service, however, will be made available to the community in the event the traveler needs it for entry into other jurisdictions. Availing of the vaccination verification documentation may also streamline the arrival process for passengers seeking entry into Guam.
Free COVID-19 Testing Schedule
COVID-19 community testing continues. No symptoms are needed. Bring a photo ID. Testing for travel purposes will not be conducted at these community testing sites. Individuals seeking COVID-19 testing to travel off-island may contact the DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center at 635-7525/6 to schedule an appointment. For the safety of the community and nurses, only four (4) people per vehicle are allowed to be tested. Testing times, dates, and locations are below:
| COVID-19 COMMUNITY TESTING SCHEDULE | ||
| DATE | TIME | LOCATION/DETAILS |
| Tuesday, May 18 |
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. 250 COVID-19 tests first-come, first-served |
Old Carnival Grounds, Tiyan, Barrigada Drive-thru vaccinations also available |
| Minors must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian and provide government-issued identification to validate age. The parent/legal guardian are required to sign a consent form on behalf of the minor to be tested or vaccinated for COVID-19. | ||
Food Commodities Distribution Continues
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farmers to Families Food Box program distribution will be available to village constituents only on a first-come, first-served basis. A limit of three households per vehicle will be serviced at the distributions. Face masks must be worn. Bring a photo ID. Village Mayors distribution schedule is as follows:
| Date | Location | Distribution Method | No. of Bags |
|
Thursday, May 20 |
Dededo |
Drive-thru distribution for Dededo residents will be 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., while supplies last, at the Guam Football Association parking lot, Harmon Loop Road. Contact the Dededo Mayor’s Office at 632-5203/5019/637-9014 for more info. |
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The Guam Department of Education (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. A limit of three
households per vehicle will be serviced at the distributions. Face masks must be worn. Bring a
photo ID. Village Mayors distribution schedule is as follows:
| Date | Location | Distribution Method | No. of Bags |
|
Wednesday, May 19 |
Merizo | Door-to-Door distribution will begin at 9 a.m. for manamko, individuals with disabilities, and those furloughed. Merizo constituents only, while supplies last. For more info, call the Merizo Mayor’s Office at 828-2941/8312. | 450 |
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Thursday, May 20 |
Umatac | Door-to-Door distribution will begin at 9 a.m. for manamko, individuals with disabilities. Umatac constituents only, while supplies last. For more info, call the Umatac Mayor’s Office at 828-8251. | 200 |
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Thursday, May 20 |
Santa Rita | Drive-thru distribution from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. at the Santa Rita Community Center, for Santa Rita families only, while supplies last. Wear a mask at all times. For more info, call the Santa Rita Mayor’s Office at 565-2514. | 350 |
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Friday, May 21 |
Asan Maina |
Drive-thru distribution is 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Asan/Maina Mayor’s Office. Asan/Maina constituents only, while supplies last. For more info, call the Asan/Maina Mayor’s Office at 472-6581/479-2726. | 300 |
Commodities are also being provided in bulk to the community organizations.
| Date | Organization | Distribution Method | No. of Clients |
|
Thursday, May 20 |
Catholic Social Services | The organization will distribute food commodities directly to their clients/families/households. | 703 |
For the latest information on COVID-19, visit dphss.guam.gov or guamrecovery.com. For inquiries on COVID-19, contact 311 through a local number, or call the Joint Information Center at (671) 478-0208/09/10.
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