JIC RELEASE NO. 1043 - Two COVID-19-related Fatalities Reported; COVID-19 Test Results: 20 New Cases, Three Hospitalized; Second COVID-19 Booster Doses Available

   

JIC RELEASE NO. 1043 - Two COVID-19-related Fatalities Reported; COVID-19 Test Results: 20 New Cases, Three Hospitalized; Second COVID-19 Booster Doses Available

Two COVID-19-related Fatalities Reported

Today, the Joint Information Center was notified of two COVID-19-related fatalities:

  • The 354th COVID-19-related fatality was pronounced dead on arrival at the Guam Regional Medical City on April 11, 2022. The patient was a 58-year-old male, fully vaccinated with one booster, with underlying health conditions, who tested positive on April 11.

  • The 355th COVID-19-related fatality was pronounced dead on arrival at the Guam Memorial Hospital on May 4, 2022. The patient was a 59-year-old male, partially vaccinated, with underlying health conditions, who tested positive on March 18 and again on May 4.

 

“It is never easy to mourn the loss of a loved one, and to their family and friends, Jeff, Josh, and I extend our deepest prayers and condolences during this difficult time. We hold each of them in our hearts,” said Governor Lou Leon Guerrero. 

 

COVID-19 Test Results: 20 New Cases Reported 

Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 20 new cases of COVID-19 from 197 specimens analyzed on May 4, 2022. Nine of the cases reported today are through the Department of Defense. To date, there have been a total of 48,302 officially reported cases, 355 deaths, 244 cases in active isolation, and 47,703 not in active isolation.

 

Three Hospitalized for COVID-19

CENSUS as of 5 p.m.

GMH

GRMC

USNH

TOTAL

COVID-19 Admission

0

2

1

3

Pediatric Admissions

0

-

-

0

ICU 

0

0

0

0

Ventilator

0

0

0

0

 

VACCINATION STATUS

VACCINATED

UNVACCINATED

INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old)

Hospitalized

2

1

0

Total in Population*

136,438

5,169

12,229

Rate per 100,000 Population

2

19

0

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 2 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 19 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 10 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.

 

Second COVID-19 Booster Doses Available

Second doses of the COVID-19 booster are available to individuals ages 12 years and older who are moderately or severely immunocompromised. Eligible individuals may choose to receive a second booster dose using an mRNA (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) COVID-19 vaccine at least 4 months after the first booster dose.

 

Additionally, adults between the ages of 18 and 49 who are not moderately or severely immunocompromised and who received Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine as both their primary series dose and booster dose may receive a second booster dose using an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least 4 months after the Janssen booster dose. Adults ages 50 years and older could benefit from a second mRNA booster dose as they are at increased risk for severe COVID-19. Adults 50 years and older may choose to receive a second booster dose, if it has been at least 4 months after the first booster dose.

 

FREE COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS (AGES 5 AND OVER)

FIRST, SECOND AND BOOSTER SHOTS AVAILABLE - Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson

Monday through Saturday

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Agana Shopping Center (2nd Floor) - Register: tinyurl.com/vaxguam

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will be expedited. Bring appointment confirmation and proof of identity. Last appointment is 30 minutes before closing.

Monday - Thursday

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday

9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC), 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

Monday through Saturday

9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center (SRCHC), 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

 

FREE COVID-19 COMMUNITY TESTING

Fill out a COVID-19 Testing Patient Assessment Form ahead of time, available at dphss.guam.gov/covid-19-testing

Mon., Wed, and Fri.: 

8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Sat.: 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Old Carnival Grounds, Tiyan, Barrigada

COVID-19 testing will be offered by appointment through tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme.

Four adults per vehicle. Bring a photo ID.Travel-related testing will not be offered.

NO SYMPTOMS NEEDED TO TEST FOR COVID-19

Tuesdays and Thursdays:

9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

DPHSS Southern Region Community Health Center (SRCHC), Inalåhan

By appointment only for individuals with COVID-like symptoms. Four adults per vehicle. Bring a photo ID. Travel-related testing not offered. Call (671) 828-7604/5/7518. Register at tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme

Monday through Saturday:

9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC), Dededo

By appointment only for individuals with COVID-like symptoms. Four adults per vehicle. Bring a photo ID. Call (671) 635-7525/6 to schedule an appointment.

 

Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update

As of May 4, 2022, a total of 136,438 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,961 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,951 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 6,348 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. A total of 58,622 eligible residents have received their first booster shots. A total of 3,498 eligible residents have received their second booster shots.

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