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Joint Information Center - JIC Release No. 770
August 29, 2021, 7 p.m. (ChST)
DPHSS Form SA-01 Available;
COVID-19 Hospital Census: 29; Preliminary Results: 84 of 1,002 Test Positive for COVID-19; More COVID-19 Updates
DPHSS Issues Form SA-01: Declaration of Individuals Attesting to COVID-19 Vaccination
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) issued Form SA-01, relative to declaration of individuals attesting to COVID-19 vaccination to enter establishments, in accordance with Section B, Item 2(a)(i) of DPHSS Guidance Memo 2021-21. CLICK HERE to download Form SA-01. Under DPHSS Guidance Memo 2021-21, covered establishments may accept self attestation as proof of vaccination. Covered establishments must keep self-attestation forms on file for a period of thirty (30) days and present them to DPHSS upon request.
29 Hospitalized for COVID-19 – 18 Unvaccinated
The Guam Memorial Hospital (GMH) and Guam Regional Medical City (GRMC) report the following COVID-19 hospital census, as of 6 p.m.:
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 84 New Cases
Today, DPHSS reported a preliminary case count of eighty-four (84) new cases of COVID-19 from 1,002 specimens analyzed on August 28. Additional results are pending analysis and submission from other clinics and will be reported on Monday, August 30. To date, there have been a total of 10,239 officially reported cases of COVID-19 with 145 deaths, 1,270 cases in active isolation and 8,824 not in active isolation. As of August 27, the CAR Score is 30.
COVID-19 Testing Resumes Monday, August 30
Free COVID-19 testing continues at the locations and times below:
For quicker service, visit dphss.guam.gov/covid-19-testing to download, print, and complete a COVID-19 Testing Patient Assessment Form before arriving at the testing site.
Only four (4) people per vehicle are allowed to be tested. Minors must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian and provide government-issued identification to validate age. The parent/legal guardian will also be required to sign a consent form. Testing for travel purposes will not be conducted at DPHSS drive-thru testing sites and must be scheduled with the Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC) by calling (671) 635-7525/6.
The community is reminded to monitor for symptoms and get tested if they are identified as close contacts to confirmed positive cases or are experiencing any of the known COVID-19 symptoms, which include, but are not limited to:
· Cough
· Shortness of breath
· Fever
· Chills
· Muscle pain
· Sore throat
· New loss of taste or smell
This list is not exhaustive of all possible symptoms. Other less common symptoms have been reported, including gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Three GDOE Students Test Positive for COVID-19
Today, the Guam Department of Education (GDOE) confirmed three (3) positive cases for COVID-19 involving students at Marciel A. Sablan Elementary School, Ordot-Chalan Pago Elementary School, and George Washington High School. In collaboration with the DPHSS, GDOE has identified and notified teachers as well as parents of students who may have been in contact with the index case in order to schedule testing. Tested individuals will remain in quarantine until they are cleared by DPHSS. Cleaning and disinfecting of areas of the campuses are taking place.
8/14 – 8/27: School-Level COVID-19 Tracking (Student Cases):
COVID-19 Vaccination Schedule
COVID-19 vaccination clinics continue at the locations and times below:
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update – 80.05% of Eligible Population Fully Vaccinated
As of August 28, 898 additional residents received their first dose in a two-dose series, 148 residents received their dose in the single-dose series and an additional 390 residents have become fully vaccinated. To date, a total of 109,102(80.05%) of Guam’s eligible population (residents 12 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This percentage includes 8,932fully vaccinated residents between the ages of 12 – 17, as well as Guam's fully vaccinated adult population of 100,170.
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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August 29, 2021, 7 p.m. (ChST)
DPHSS Form SA-01 Available;
COVID-19 Hospital Census: 29; Preliminary Results: 84 of 1,002 Test Positive for COVID-19; More COVID-19 Updates
DPHSS Issues Form SA-01: Declaration of Individuals Attesting to COVID-19 Vaccination
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) issued Form SA-01, relative to declaration of individuals attesting to COVID-19 vaccination to enter establishments, in accordance with Section B, Item 2(a)(i) of DPHSS Guidance Memo 2021-21. CLICK HERE to download Form SA-01. Under DPHSS Guidance Memo 2021-21, covered establishments may accept self attestation as proof of vaccination. Covered establishments must keep self-attestation forms on file for a period of thirty (30) days and present them to DPHSS upon request.
29 Hospitalized for COVID-19 – 18 Unvaccinated
The Guam Memorial Hospital (GMH) and Guam Regional Medical City (GRMC) report the following COVID-19 hospital census, as of 6 p.m.:
| CENSUS | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
| COVID-19 Admission | 14 | 15 | - | 29 |
| ICU | 3 | 0 | - | 3 |
| Ventilator | 0 | 0 | - | 0 |
| Vaccination Status | 11 UNVACCINATED | 7 UNVACCINATED | Unavailable | 18 UNVACCINATED |
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 84 New Cases
Today, DPHSS reported a preliminary case count of eighty-four (84) new cases of COVID-19 from 1,002 specimens analyzed on August 28. Additional results are pending analysis and submission from other clinics and will be reported on Monday, August 30. To date, there have been a total of 10,239 officially reported cases of COVID-19 with 145 deaths, 1,270 cases in active isolation and 8,824 not in active isolation. As of August 27, the CAR Score is 30.
COVID-19 Testing Resumes Monday, August 30
Free COVID-19 testing continues at the locations and times below:
| COVID-19 COMMUNITY TESTING SCHEDULE – FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED | ||
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Monday, August 30 - Saturday, September 4 |
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Old Carnival Grounds, Tiyan, Barrigada Rapid antigen testing will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. No symptoms are needed. Bring a photo ID. |
Only four (4) people per vehicle are allowed to be tested. Minors must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian and provide government-issued identification to validate age. The parent/legal guardian will also be required to sign a consent form. Testing for travel purposes will not be conducted at DPHSS drive-thru testing sites and must be scheduled with the Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC) by calling (671) 635-7525/6.
The community is reminded to monitor for symptoms and get tested if they are identified as close contacts to confirmed positive cases or are experiencing any of the known COVID-19 symptoms, which include, but are not limited to:
· Cough
· Shortness of breath
· Fever
· Chills
· Muscle pain
· Sore throat
· New loss of taste or smell
This list is not exhaustive of all possible symptoms. Other less common symptoms have been reported, including gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Three GDOE Students Test Positive for COVID-19
Today, the Guam Department of Education (GDOE) confirmed three (3) positive cases for COVID-19 involving students at Marciel A. Sablan Elementary School, Ordot-Chalan Pago Elementary School, and George Washington High School. In collaboration with the DPHSS, GDOE has identified and notified teachers as well as parents of students who may have been in contact with the index case in order to schedule testing. Tested individuals will remain in quarantine until they are cleared by DPHSS. Cleaning and disinfecting of areas of the campuses are taking place.
8/14 – 8/27: School-Level COVID-19 Tracking (Student Cases):
| School | Cases | In-Person Enrollment | Percent |
| Adacao Elementary School | 4 | 390 | 1% |
| Agana Heights Elementary School | 2 | 327 | 0.6% |
| Astumbo Elementary School | 2 | 349 | 0.6% |
| B.P. Carbullido Elementary School | 3 | 403 | 0.7% |
| Chief Brodie Elementary School | 2 | 233 | 0.9% |
| C.L. Taitano Elementary School | 5 | 423 | 1.2% |
| Finegayan Elementary School | 1 | 695 | 0.1% |
| Inarajan Elementary School | 4 | 221 | 1.8% |
| Juan M. Guerrero Elementary School | 2 | 428 | 0.5% |
| Liguan Elementary School | 4 | 297 | 1.3% |
| Machananao Elementary School | 1 | 382 | 0.3% |
| Marcial A. Sablan Elementary School | 1 | 359 | 0.3% |
| Merizo Elementary School | 2 | 238 | 0.8% |
| M.U. Lujan Elementary School | 2 | 529 | 0.4% |
| Ordot Chalan Pago Elementary School | 4 | 403 | 1% |
| P.C. Lujan Elementary School | 3 | 264 | 1.1% |
| Captain H. B. Price Elementary School | 1 | 473 | 0.2% |
| Harry S. Truman Elementary School | 1 | 296 | 0.3% |
| Maria A. Ulloa Elementary School | 5 | 594 | 0.89% |
| Upi Elementary School | 1 | 476 | 0.2% |
| Astumbo Middle School | 1 | 426 | 0.2% |
| Wettengel Elementary School | 4 | 529 | 0.8% |
| Agueda I. Johnston Middle School | 3 | 593 | 0.5% |
| Vicente S.A. Benavente Middle School | 4 | 820 | 0.5% |
| F.B. Leon Guerrero Middle School | 7 | 836 | 0.8% |
| Inarajan Middle School | 3 | 503 | 0.6% |
| Oceanview Middle School | 2 | 359 | 0.6% |
| Jose Rios Middle School | 2 | 645 | 0.3% |
| L.P. Untalan Middle School | 4 | 806 | 0.5% |
| George Washington High School | 5 | 1359 | 0.4% |
| John F. Kennedy High School | 5 | 1659 | 0.3% |
| Okkodo High School | 3 | 1395 | 0.2% |
| Simon Sanchez High School | 4 | 1585 | 0.3% |
| Southern High School | 8 | 1,202 | 0.7% |
| Total Reporting | 109 | 21,494 | 0.5% |
COVID-19 Vaccination Schedule
COVID-19 vaccination clinics continue at the locations and times below:
| COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS - Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson | ||
| Monday, Aug. 30 |
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center, Dededo Call (671) 635-4418/7400 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins welcome. |
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Monday, Aug. 30 – Saturday, Sept. 4 |
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
Micronesia Mall, 2nd Floor, Above Center Court, Dededo Register for Aug. 30 – Sept. 1, or Sept. 3 at tinyurl.com/vaxguam Register for Sept. 2 or 4 at tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme Bring appointment confirmation and proof of identity. Last appointment at 6 p.m. Walk-ins welcome. |
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Tuesday, Aug. 31 Wednesday, Sept. 1 |
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center, Inalåhan Call (671) 828-7604/5/7518 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins welcome. |
| Friday, Sept. 3 |
1 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center, Dededo Call (671) 635-4418/7400 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins welcome. |
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update – 80.05% of Eligible Population Fully Vaccinated
As of August 28, 898 additional residents received their first dose in a two-dose series, 148 residents received their dose in the single-dose series and an additional 390 residents have become fully vaccinated. To date, a total of 109,102(80.05%) of Guam’s eligible population (residents 12 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This percentage includes 8,932fully vaccinated residents between the ages of 12 – 17, as well as Guam's fully vaccinated adult population of 100,170.
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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