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Joint Information Center - JIC Release No. 925
January 16, 2022, 3:35 p.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 203 New Cases, 25 Hospitalized; COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Clinic Schedules; DPHSS Isolation Clearance Letters Available via E-mail
25 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 15 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 51 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: 203 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of 203 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,316 specimens analyzed on January 15, 2022. Additional results are pending analysis and submission from other clinics and will be reported on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. To date, there have been a total of 23,318 officially reported cases, 274 deaths, 3,654 cases in active isolation, and 19,390 not in active isolation.
Tiyan COVID-19 Outreach Moves to Appointment-Based Testing, Hours Extended
Community COVID-19 testing at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan, Barrigada has transitioned to an appointment-based system with extended hours. Unscheduled drive-ups will be accepted on a limited basis. Starting Monday, January 17, 2022, symptomatic patients will be prioritized at unscheduled drive-ups. To schedule an appointment, visit tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme.
Fill out a COVID-19 Testing Patient Assessment Form ahead of time, available at dphss.guam.gov/covid-19-testing.
Requirements for Minors to Receive the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine:
DPHSS Isolation Clearance Letters Available via e-mail
Isolation clearance letters may be provided upon completion of an isolation period for those who tested as confirmed positive for COVID-19. Send your request via email to: covidclearance@dphss.guam.gov.Isolation clearance letter requests must include all of the following:
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of January 15, 2022, a total of 131,898 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,007 residents 12 – 17 years old. 5,833 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 3,668 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 989 residents received their booster shots and a total of 46,483 booster shots have been administered to eligible residents since September 29, 2021.
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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.
January 16, 2022, 3:35 p.m. (ChST)
Preliminary COVID-19 Test Results: 203 New Cases, 25 Hospitalized; COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Clinic Schedules; DPHSS Isolation Clearance Letters Available via E-mail
25 Hospitalized for COVID-19
| CENSUS as of 12 p.m. | GMH | GRMC | USNH | TOTAL |
| COVID-19 Admission | 13 | 12 | 0 | 25 |
| Pediatric Admissions | 0 | - | - | 0 |
| ICU | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Ventilator | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| VACCINATION STATUS | VACCINATED | UNVACCINATED | INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old) |
| Hospitalized | 20 | 5 | 0 |
| Total in Population* | 131,898 | 9,709 | 12,229 |
| Rate per 100,000 Population | 15 | 51 | 0 |
COVID-19 Test Results: 203 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported a preliminary case count of 203 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,316 specimens analyzed on January 15, 2022. Additional results are pending analysis and submission from other clinics and will be reported on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. To date, there have been a total of 23,318 officially reported cases, 274 deaths, 3,654 cases in active isolation, and 19,390 not in active isolation.
Tiyan COVID-19 Outreach Moves to Appointment-Based Testing, Hours Extended
Community COVID-19 testing at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan, Barrigada has transitioned to an appointment-based system with extended hours. Unscheduled drive-ups will be accepted on a limited basis. Starting Monday, January 17, 2022, symptomatic patients will be prioritized at unscheduled drive-ups. To schedule an appointment, visit tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme.
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FREE COVID-19 COMMUNITY TESTING To schedule an appointment, visit tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme. |
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Jan. 17, 2022 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. BREAK: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 18 - 22, 2022 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. BREAK: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. |
Old Carnival Grounds, Tiyan, Barrigada COVID-19 testing will be offered by appointment through Eventbrite at tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme. Bring a photo ID. Travel-related testing will not be offered. |
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Jan. 18 – 22, 2022 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. By appointment only for individuals with COVID-like symptoms. Bring a photo ID. Travel-related testing will not be offered. Call (671) 635-7525/6 to schedule an appointment. |
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 VACCINATION CLINICS (AGES 5 AND OVER) Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson |
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Jan. 17 – 22, 2022: Mon - Wed, Fri.: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sat.: 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. |
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Jan. 18 – 22, 2022: 9 a.m. - 5 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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Jan. 18 – 21, 2022: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
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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Jan. 18, 2022 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Captain H. B. Price Elementary School Walk-ins welcome. Minors must have a birth certificate, parents must have a government-issued photo ID. |
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Jan. 19, 2022 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Upi Elementary School Walk-ins welcome. Minors must have a birth certificate, parents must have a government-issued photo ID. |
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Jan. 20, 2022 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
M. U. Lujan Elementary School Walk-ins welcome. Minors must have a birth certificate, parents must have a government-issued photo ID. |
DPHSS Isolation Clearance Letters Available via e-mail
Isolation clearance letters may be provided upon completion of an isolation period for those who tested as confirmed positive for COVID-19. Send your request via email to: covidclearance@dphss.guam.gov.Isolation clearance letter requests must include all of the following:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Test date and location
- Contact phone numbers
- Email Address
- Vaccination status (brand, dose dates including booster)
Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update
As of January 15, 2022, a total of 131,898 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,007 residents 12 – 17 years old. 5,833 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 3,668 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 989 residents received their booster shots and a total of 46,483 booster shots have been administered to eligible residents since September 29, 2021.
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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.
