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Joint Information Center - JIC Release No. 699
June 15, 2021, 7:10 p.m. (ChST)
17 COVID-19 Cases with Variants of Concern Identified on Guam; Community Reminded to Practice Caution; Seven of 550 Test Positive for COVID-19;
COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Schedule; Food Commodities Distribution Continues
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) received 17 new results from virus samples collected on Guam which have undergone genome sequencing by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Virus samples were collected between April 2021 and May 2021. To date, a total of 138 SARS-CoV-2 virus samples have been submitted to the CDC for genome sequencing.
DPHSS received the fifth set of results from the CDC on June 15. All seventeen (17) samples received were identified with Variants of Concern (VOC). The breakdown is as follows: fifteen (15) were identified as B.1.1.7 or the U.K. variant, one (1) was identified as the B.1.351 or the South African variant, and one (1) was identified as the P.1 or the Brazil/Japan variant. The P.1 or the Brazil/Japan variant significantly reduces susceptibility to combination monoclonal antibody treatment, but other EUA monoclonal antibody treatments are available. The P.1 variant also has the potential for reduced neutralization by convalescent and post-vaccination or previous COVID-19 infections.
Of the seventeen (17) samples confirmed as VOCs, three (3) were travel-related cases and fourteen (14) had no known travel history. The three (3) travel-related cases were identified in the government of Guam quarantine facility (QFAC). No close contacts to the three travel-related cases were identified.
DPHSS previously reported Variants of Concern from results from the CDC, which identified the following:
Current results do not provide any evidence of the other Variants of Concern on Guam (B.1.427--a California Variant of Concern). DPHSS continues to send samples to the CDC for genome sequencing.
The community is reminded to remain vigilant:
Results: Seven New Cases of COVID-19
Seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 were identified out of 550 tests performed Monday, June 14. Three (3) cases were identified through contact tracing. One (1) case reported recent travel history and was identified in quarantine. To date, there have been a total of 8,251 officially reported cases of COVID-19 with 139 deaths, 49 cases in active isolation, and 8,063 not in active isolation. The CAR Score is 0.4.
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 or vaccinate.guam.gov. 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 DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center at 635-7525/6 to schedule an appointment. Priority is given to patients under investigation and those traveling for medical purposes. For the safety of the community and nurses, only four (4) people per vehicle are allowed to be tested. Results available onsite. 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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June 15, 2021, 7:10 p.m. (ChST)
17 COVID-19 Cases with Variants of Concern Identified on Guam; Community Reminded to Practice Caution; Seven of 550 Test Positive for COVID-19;
COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Schedule; Food Commodities Distribution Continues
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) received 17 new results from virus samples collected on Guam which have undergone genome sequencing by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Virus samples were collected between April 2021 and May 2021. To date, a total of 138 SARS-CoV-2 virus samples have been submitted to the CDC for genome sequencing.
DPHSS received the fifth set of results from the CDC on June 15. All seventeen (17) samples received were identified with Variants of Concern (VOC). The breakdown is as follows: fifteen (15) were identified as B.1.1.7 or the U.K. variant, one (1) was identified as the B.1.351 or the South African variant, and one (1) was identified as the P.1 or the Brazil/Japan variant. The P.1 or the Brazil/Japan variant significantly reduces susceptibility to combination monoclonal antibody treatment, but other EUA monoclonal antibody treatments are available. The P.1 variant also has the potential for reduced neutralization by convalescent and post-vaccination or previous COVID-19 infections.
Of the seventeen (17) samples confirmed as VOCs, three (3) were travel-related cases and fourteen (14) had no known travel history. The three (3) travel-related cases were identified in the government of Guam quarantine facility (QFAC). No close contacts to the three travel-related cases were identified.
DPHSS previously reported Variants of Concern from results from the CDC, which identified the following:
- twenty-three (23) cases identified with the B.1.1.7 U.K. variant
- eight (8) case identified with the B.1.429 California variant
- two (2) case identified with the B.1.351 South African variant
- one (1) cases identified with the B.1.617.2 Delta variant
Current results do not provide any evidence of the other Variants of Concern on Guam (B.1.427--a California Variant of Concern). DPHSS continues to send samples to the CDC for genome sequencing.
The community is reminded to remain vigilant:
- Wear your mask. Wash your hands. Watch your distance.
- Get vaccinated. Visit dphss.guam.gov/vaccinategu for a complete vaccination schedule.
- Stay home if you are sick, keep away from others who are sick.
- Keep a safe distance of at least 6 feet from others who are not in your household.
- Practice social distancing around elderly family members.
Results: Seven New Cases of COVID-19
Seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 were identified out of 550 tests performed Monday, June 14. Three (3) cases were identified through contact tracing. One (1) case reported recent travel history and was identified in quarantine. To date, there have been a total of 8,251 officially reported cases of COVID-19 with 139 deaths, 49 cases in active isolation, and 8,063 not in active isolation. The CAR Score is 0.4.
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 or vaccinate.guam.gov. 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 | ||
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Wednesday, June 16- Saturday, June 19 |
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 and government-issued ID (eligible individuals include US citizens, Green Card holders, and citizens from the Freely Associated States). |
| Tuesday, June 29- Saturday, July 3 | ||
| COMMUNITY-BASED COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC | ||
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Thursday, June 17- Friday, June 18 |
8 a.m. - 10 a.m. |
Micronesia Mall Center Court, Dededo Register at tinyurl.com/vaxguam Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2, Moderna Dose 2, Johnson & Johnson Bring appointment confirmation and government-issued ID (eligible individuals include US citizens, Green Card holders, and citizens from the Freely Associated States). Walk-ins welcome. |
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Thursday, June 24- Friday, June 25 |
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| Thursday, July 1 - Friday, July 2 | ||
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Wednesday, June 16 |
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center, Inalåhan Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (ages 12 & older), Moderna Dose 1 & 2, and Johnson and Johnson/Janssen (For anyone age 18 and older) Call 671-828-7604/5/7518 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins accepted. |
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Wednesday, June 16 (every Wednesday until July 14) |
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Farmers Co-op Market, Dededo Drive-thru Testing and Drive-thru Vaccination Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (ages 12 & older), Moderna Dose 1 & 2 and Johnson and Johnson/Janssen (For anyone age 18 and older) |
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Thursday, June 17 (every Thursday until July 15) |
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Astumbo Senior 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 and government-issued ID. Walk-ins welcome. Immunization card is not an EventBrite appointment confirmation - use link above to make an appointment. |
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Friday, June 18 |
1 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center, Dededo Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (ages 12 & older), Moderna Dose 1 & 2, and Johnson and Johnson/Janssen (For anyone age 18 and older) Call 671-635-4418/7400 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins accepted. |
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Saturday, June 19 |
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
Micronesia Mall Center Court, 2nd Floor, Dededo Register at tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (ages 12 & older),, Moderna Dose 2, Johnson & Johnson/Janssen Bring appointment confirmation and government-issued ID.. Walk-ins welcome. |
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Monday, June 21 |
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center, Dededo Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (ages 12 & older), Moderna Dose 1 & 2, and Johnson and Johnson/Janssen (For anyone age 18 and older) Call 671-635-4418/7400 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins accepted. |
| AMC/GRMC/GHRA COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC | ||
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Friday, June 18 |
4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
Hyatt Regency Hotel Ballroom Register at: vaccine.guamcovid.com Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (ages 12 & older) & Johnson and Johnson/Janssen Walk-ins accepted. Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines prioritized for eligible minors 12 to 17 years of age. For more information, email covid@amc.clinic |
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Saturday, June 19 |
4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
Yigo Gymnasium Register at: vaccine.guamcovid.com Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (ages 12 & older) & Johnson and Johnson/Janssen Walk-ins accepted. Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines prioritized for eligible minors 12 to 17 years of age. For more information, email covid@amc.clinic |
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Saturday, June 26 |
4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
Okkodo High School Gymnasium Register at: vaccine.guamcovid.com Vaccines: Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 1 & 2 (ages 12 & older) & Johnson and Johnson/Janssen Walk-ins accepted. Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines 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 DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center at 635-7525/6 to schedule an appointment. Priority is given to patients under investigation and those traveling for medical purposes. For the safety of the community and nurses, only four (4) people per vehicle are allowed to be tested. Results available onsite. Testing times, dates and locations are below:
| COVID-19 COMMUNITY TESTING SCHEDULE | ||
| DATE | TIME | LOCATION |
| Wednesday, June 16 (every Wednesday until July 14) |
9 a.m. – 12 p.m., first-come, first-served |
Farmers Co-op Market, Dededo |
| Tuesday, June 22 | Old Carnival Grounds, Tiyan, Barrigada | |
| 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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Wednesday, June 16 |
Mangilao |
Drive-thru distribution will be from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Mangilao Night Market Grounds, for 600 Mangilao constituents only, while supplies last. For more information, contact the Mangilao Mayor’s Office at 734-2163. |
600 |
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Thursday, June 17 |
Sinajana |
Distribution will be held from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Sinajana Outdoor Gymnasium, while supplies last. QUALIFICATIONS: This is for 450 Sinajana families who signed up for TEFAP under the Sinajana Mayor’s Office, during enrollment in June 2020 through May 2021, we will have items reserved for you. Wear a mask at all times and bring your reusable bags to gather the commodities in person (4-6 persons at a time). Drive-thru will not be available as the items are not prepacked. For more information, contact the Sinajana Mayor’s Office at 472-6707/3323. |
450 |
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Yona |
Drive-thru distribution will begin at 11 a.m. at the Yona Gymnasium for 350 constituents only, while supplies last. For more information, contact the Yona Mayor’s Office at 789-1525/4798. | 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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