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Joint Information Center - JIC Release No. 904
December 28, 2021, 5 p.m. (ChST)
COVID-19 Test Results: 43 New Cases; Eight Hospitalized;Additional COVID-19 Updates
Eight 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 5 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 16 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 3 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 Test Results: 43 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 43 new cases of COVID-19 from 966 specimens analyzed on December 27. The increased number of cases reported today is a result of fewer tests performed over the Christmas holiday. The Seven Day Rolling Average was 10.5 in previous weeks and 13 for this week.
Six (6) cases were identified through contact tracing. Three (3) cases reported recent travel history and were identified in quarantine. To date, there have been a total of 19,501 officially reported cases, 270 deaths, 275 cases in active isolation, and 18,956 not in active isolation. The CAR Score is 1.6.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of December 27, a total of 129,074 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 12,538 residents 12 – 17 years old. 4,652 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 2,534 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 666 residents received their booster shots and a total of 38,464 booster shots have been administered to eligible residents since September 29, 2021.
COVID-19 Booster Shot Eligibility
Adolescents 16 and 17 years of age who received a Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine (first two doses) are eligible for a single booster shot at least 6 months or more after their initial series. At this time, only the Pfizer-BioNTech booster vaccine is authorized and recommended for adolescents aged 16 and 17.
Requirements for Minors to Receive the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine:
Fill out a COVID-19 Testing Patient Assessment Form ahead of time, available at dphss.guam.gov/covid-19-testing. Individuals waiting for COVID-19 test results must quarantine at home until cleared by DPHSS. Test results are available via email by sending a request to covidresults@dphss.guam.gov.
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December 28, 2021, 5 p.m. (ChST)
COVID-19 Test Results: 43 New Cases; Eight Hospitalized;Additional COVID-19 Updates
Eight Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 4 p.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
| COVID-19 Admission | 4 | 3 | 1 | 8 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 0 | - | - | 0 |
| ICU | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Ventilator | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| VACCINE STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Total in Population* | 129,074 | 12,533 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 5 | 16 | 0 |
COVID-19 Test Results: 43 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 43 new cases of COVID-19 from 966 specimens analyzed on December 27. The increased number of cases reported today is a result of fewer tests performed over the Christmas holiday. The Seven Day Rolling Average was 10.5 in previous weeks and 13 for this week.
Six (6) cases were identified through contact tracing. Three (3) cases reported recent travel history and were identified in quarantine. To date, there have been a total of 19,501 officially reported cases, 270 deaths, 275 cases in active isolation, and 18,956 not in active isolation. The CAR Score is 1.6.
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of December 27, a total of 129,074 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 12,538 residents 12 – 17 years old. 4,652 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 2,534 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 666 residents received their booster shots and a total of 38,464 booster shots have been administered to eligible residents since September 29, 2021.
COVID-19 Booster Shot Eligibility
Adolescents 16 and 17 years of age who received a Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine (first two doses) are eligible for a single booster shot at least 6 months or more after their initial series. At this time, only the Pfizer-BioNTech booster vaccine is authorized and recommended for adolescents aged 16 and 17.
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FREE COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS (AGES 5 AND OVER) Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson |
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Dec. 29 – 30: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sundays: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center, 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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Dec. 29 – 30 |
DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center, 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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Dec. 29 - Dec. 30: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
University of Guam Field House, Mangilao Register at tinyurl.com/vaxguam Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will be expedited. Please bring appointment confirmation and proof of identity. Last appointment is 30 minutes before closing. (Closed Dec. 31 – Jan. 2, 2022) |
Requirements for Minors to Receive the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine:
- Parent/legal guardian must provide minor’s birth certificate
- Parent/legal guardian must have a government-issued photo identification (ID)
- Minor must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
- Guardians must present legal guardianship or power-of-attorney documents
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FREE COVID-19 COMMUNITY TESTING For more information, visit dphss.guam.gov/covid-19-testing. |
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Wednesday, Dec. 29 |
8 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Old Carnival Grounds, Tiyan, Barrigada Rapid COVID-19 testing will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Four per vehicle. No symptoms are needed. Bring a photo ID. Travel-related testing will not be offered. |
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Dec. 29 – 30 |
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center, Inalåhan By appointment only for individuals with COVID-like symptoms. Bring a photo ID. Travel-related testing will not be offered. Call (671) 828-7604/5/7518. |
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