JIC RELEASE NO. 905 - Governor Leon Guerrero Signs Executive Order No. 2021-32; COVID-19 Test Results: 30 New Cases; 6 Hospitalized; UOG COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Operations Extended; Quarantine and Isolation Policy Under Review

   

JIC RELEASE NO. 905 - Governor Leon Guerrero Signs Executive Order No. 2021-32; COVID-19 Test Results: 30 New Cases; 6 Hospitalized; UOG COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Operations Extended; Quarantine and Isolation Policy Under Review

Governor Leon Guerrero Signs Executive Order No. 2021-32
Today, Governor Lou Leon Guerrero signed Executive Order No. 2021-32, relative to extending the public health emergency. Effective December 31, 2021, the public health emergency declaration is now scheduled to expire on January 30, 2022.

 

Six Hospitalized for COVID-19

CENSUS as of 4 p.m.

GMH

GRMC

USNH

TOTAL

COVID-19 Admission

3

2

1

6

Pediatric Admissions

0

-

-

0

ICU 

0

0

0

0

Ventilator

0

0

0

0

 

VACCINE STATUS

VACCINATED

UNVACCINATED

INELIGIBLE (0-4 years old)

Hospitalized

4

2

0

Total in Population*

129,278

12,329

12,229

Rate per 100,000 Population

3

16

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 3 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 5 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: 30 New Cases of COVID-19
Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported thirty (30) new cases of COVID-19 from 804 specimens analyzed on December 28. Seven (7) cases were identified through contact tracing. To date, there have been a total of 19,531 officially reported cases, 270 deaths, 302 cases in active isolation, and 18,959 not in active isolation. The CAR Score is 2.3.

 

UOG COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Operations Extended
Increased demand for COVID-19 booster shots and pediatric vaccinations have resulted in the extension of COVID-19 clinic operations at the University of Guam (UOG) Field House. Clinic operations will continue through the new year from January 3 to January 15, 2022. While walk-ins are accepted, appointments will be expedited. Make an appointment at tinyurl.com/vaxguam

 

Quarantine and Isolation Policy Under Review
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) yesterday shortened the recommended time for isolation for individuals who test positive for COVID-19 if asymptomatic from 10 days down to 5 days. The CDC also shortened the recommended quarantine period for those exposed to COVID-19 for unvaccinated individuals from 10 days down to 5 days. 

While DPHSS reviews these recommendations from the CDC, the current quarantine and isolation policy measures remain unchanged at this time. 

If you test positive for COVID-19:

  1. Isolate at home or a government isolation facility.

  2. If you live with others, stay in a separate room from other household members. Use a separate bathroom, if possible. Avoid sharing personal items. Clean and disinfect all surfaces and frequently touched items. Wash your hands often and wear a mask. 

  3. If you are symptomatic, isolation may be discontinued after:

    1. At least 10 days since symptoms first appeared;

    2. At least 24 hours with no fever without using fever-reducing medication; and

    3. Other symptoms of COVID-19 are improving.

  4. If you are asymptomatic, isolation may be discontinued after:

  1. 10 days have passed since the day of the positive specimen collection.

  2. If symptoms develop, refer to number 3.  


If you are identified as a close contact to someone who tested positive for COVID-19:

  1. You must quarantine for a 10 days after your last date of exposure 

  2. Stay home and monitor your health, watch for fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of COVID-19.

  3. If possible, stay away from others, especially people at higher risk of getting COVID-19.

  4. Schedule to get tested for COVID-19 3-5 days after your last date of exposure. If negative, quarantine may be discontinued after day 7. 

  5. People who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and do not have any symptoms do not need to quarantine but should still get tested. 

 

Please refer to DPHSS Guidance Memorandum 2021-16 for further guidance. 

 

Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update 
As of December 28, a total of 129,278 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 12,538 residents 12 – 17 years old. 4,702 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 2,683 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 385 residents received their booster shots and a total of 38,849 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.

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

Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson

 

Dec. 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

 

Dec. 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

Dec. 30: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

(Closed Dec. 31 – Jan. 2, 2022)

 

Jan. 3–15, 2022:

Mon. - Wed.: 11 a.m. - 5p.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. 

 

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

 

FREE COVID-19 COMMUNITY TESTING 

For more information, visit dphss.guam.gov/covid-19-testing

 

Dec. 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.

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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