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Joint Information Center - JIC Release No. 683
May 24, 2021, 5:45 p.m. (ChST)
Two of 407 Test Positive for COVID-19; Pfizer-BioNTech Shipment Arrives;
COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Schedule; Food Commodities Distribution Continues
*Joint Information Center (JIC) releases that report COVID-19 cases will only be issued Monday through Friday to reflect weekday Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) Surveillance Summaries. Weekend JIC releases may be issued in the event other COVID-19-related information needs to be issued.
Results: Two New Cases of COVID-19
Two (2) new cases of COVID-19 were identified out of 407 tests performed by DPHSS on Sunday, May 23, and from tests run by other labs between Friday, May 21 through Sunday, May 23. One (1) case reported recent travel history and was identified in quarantine. One (1) case was identified through contact tracing.
To date, there have been a total of 8,136 officially reported cases of COVID-19 with 139 deaths, 70 cases in active isolation, and 7,927 not in active isolation. The CAR Score is 0.4.
Pfizer-BioNTech Shipment Arrives
On Sunday, May 23, DPHSS received its shipment of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines. A total of 23,400 doses were received in good condition as part of Guam’s May allocation.
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.
Free COVID-19 Testing Schedule
COVID-19 community testing continues. No symptoms are needed to qualify for testing. 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 Department of Public Health and Social Services (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 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:
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 24, 2021, 5:45 p.m. (ChST)
Two of 407 Test Positive for COVID-19; Pfizer-BioNTech Shipment Arrives;
COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Schedule; Food Commodities Distribution Continues
*Joint Information Center (JIC) releases that report COVID-19 cases will only be issued Monday through Friday to reflect weekday Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) Surveillance Summaries. Weekend JIC releases may be issued in the event other COVID-19-related information needs to be issued.
Results: Two New Cases of COVID-19
Two (2) new cases of COVID-19 were identified out of 407 tests performed by DPHSS on Sunday, May 23, and from tests run by other labs between Friday, May 21 through Sunday, May 23. One (1) case reported recent travel history and was identified in quarantine. One (1) case was identified through contact tracing.
To date, there have been a total of 8,136 officially reported cases of COVID-19 with 139 deaths, 70 cases in active isolation, and 7,927 not in active isolation. The CAR Score is 0.4.
Pfizer-BioNTech Shipment Arrives
On Sunday, May 23, DPHSS received its shipment of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines. A total of 23,400 doses were received in good condition as part of Guam’s May allocation.
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 25 - Saturday, May 29 |
12 p.m. - 5:30 pm |
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, June 1 - Saturday, June 5 | ||
| COMMUNITY-BASED COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC | ||
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Wednesday, May 26 |
9 a.m - 12 p.m. |
Farmers Co-op Market, Dededo Drive-thru Testing and Drive-thru Vaccination Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (For anyone age 12 & older) & Johnson and Johnson/Janssen |
| Wednesday, May 26 |
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 27 |
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 28 |
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. |
| Saturday, May 29 |
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
St. Anthony’s Catholic School Gym, Tamuning 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. 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. |
| 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 |
Free COVID-19 Testing Schedule
COVID-19 community testing continues. No symptoms are needed to qualify for testing. 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 Department of Public Health and Social Services (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 |
| Tuesday, May 25 |
9 a.m. – 12 p.m., first-come, first-served |
Old Carnival Grounds, Tiyan,Barrigada |
| Wednesday, May 26 | Farmers Co-op Market, Dededo | |
| 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 on behalf of the minor to be tested for COVID-19. | ||
Food Commodities Distribution Continues
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 |
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Tuesday, May 25 |
Barrigada |
Drive-thru distribution is 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Old Carnival Grounds, Tiyan, for Barrigada constituents only, while supplies last. For more info, call the Barrigada Mayor’s Office at 734-3737/3859. |
750 |
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Thursday, May 27 |
Ordot/ Chalan Pago |
Drive-thru distribution will be from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Ordot/Chalan Pago Mayor’s Office, for Ordot/Chalan Pago constituents only, while supplies last. For more information, contact the Ordot/Chalan Pago Mayor’s Office at 472-8302/3/7173. | 350 |
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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