JIC RELEASE NO. 602 - Results: Zero of 115 Test Positive for COVID-19; COVID-19 Community Testing Next Week in Tiyan, Barrigada; COVID-19 Vaccination Schedule for UOG, Homebound and Village-Based - GHS OCD

Results: No New Cases of COVID-19
No new cases of COVID-19 were identified out of 115 tests performed on Saturday, March 13.

To date, there have been a total of 7,768 officially reported cases of COVID-19 with 133 deaths, 32 cases in active isolation, and 7,603 not in active isolation.

TODAY’S CAR SCORE1

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1The COVID Area Risk (CAR) Score will be recalculated once reports from all participating labs are up to date. The CAR Score accounts for the incidence of new cases, how well current testing identifies these cases, and the rate of spread. The ideal long-term goal is to sustain a CAR Score of 2.5 or less, which has been shown to correlate with very low to zero COVID-related hospitalizations and deaths.

The following tables provide COVID-19 test results reported to the JIC on Sunday, March 14, and reflects results from Saturday, March 13:

COVID-19 CASE COUNT	TOTAL	NEW CASES REPORTED TODAY	PAST 7 DAYS
COVID-19 CASES:	7,768	0	N/A
CONFIRMED CASES:	7,558	0	N/A
PROBABLE CASES:	210	0	N/A

COVID HOSPITAL CENSUS	Guam Memorial Hospital	Guam Regional Medical City	U.S. Naval Hospital	TOTAL
COVID ADMISSION	3	0	0	3
IN ICU	0	0	0	0
ON VENTILATOR	0	0	0	0

The following provides preliminary COVID-19 vaccinations reported to the JIC on Sunday, March 14, for vaccinations administered from December 17 to March 13:

Vaccine Maker	1st Doses Administered	2nd Doses Administered	Total Doses Administered	Individuals Fully Immunized
Pfizer-BioNTech	17,634	15,359*	32,993	15,359
Moderna	16,032**	13,775***	29,807	13,775
Johnson & Johnson Janssen	-	-	0	0
TOTALS:	33,666	29,134	62,800^	29,134

*Administering second doses of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccinations began on January 4, 2021.

**Administering first doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccinations began on January 8, 2021.

***Administering second doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccinations began on January 29, 2021.

Total Doses Administered	Total Doses Allotted	% Administered	Doses Remaining
62,800^	87,860^^	71.48%	25,060

^As of March 13, 2021. Total doses administered and allotted doses differ as vaccinators were able to draw additional doses per vial. Additionally, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s February 25, 2021 revision of their Fact Sheet relative to the Pfizer-BioNTech Emergency Use Authorization now states “After dilution, one vial contains 6 doses of 0.3 mL. Vial labels and cartons may state that after dilution, a vial contains 5 doses of 0.3 mL. The information in this Fact Sheet regarding the number of doses per vial after dilution supersedes the number of doses stated on vial labels and cartons.” | ^^Reflects the previous allocation total of 86,560 and last received allocation of 1,300 Johnson & Johnson Janssen vaccines on March 8, 2021.

COVID-19 Community Testing Next Week Mon., Wed. & Fri. in Tiyan, Barrigada
The Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS), in collaboration with the Mayors’ Council of Guam, Guam Department of Education, Guam Police Department, Guam Fire Department, and other GovGuam and federal agencies, continues COVID-19 community testing on Monday, March 15, Wednesday, March 17, and Friday, March 19, at the Old Carnival Grounds in Tiyan, Barrigada, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

DPHSS will offer up to 150 COVID-19 tests on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents are reminded that this event is only a COVID-19 community testing. NO VACCINATIONS will be offered at this location.

For the safety of the community and the nurses, only four (4) people per vehicle are allowed to be tested. No symptoms are needed to qualify for testing. Please bring a picture ID.

COVID-19 Vaccination Schedule for March 16 – 20 at UOG Fieldhouse
COVID-19 vaccination clinics resume on Tuesday, March 16 through Saturday, March 20, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. These clinics will administer first doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, and second doses of both the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is not available at the UOG vaccination clinic at this time. Eligible residents are advised to schedule an appointment online via Eventbrite at the link provided above or click here. Eligibility is subject to change.

If scheduling an appointment is not possible, walk-ins will be accepted at a limited rate of 15 per hour. Walk-ins wishing to avoid longer wait times are discouraged from lining up prior to the 10 a.m. opening and are asked to expect reasonable delays.

Upon arrival, individuals 70 years and older will be sent to the front of the line. Please bring a digital or hard copy appointment confirmation, a photo ID, and proof of Guam residency (Guam Driver's License, Guam ID, Green Card, US or FSM Passport, H1B or H2B visas for skilled workers). Those due for their second dose are reminded to bring their COVID-19 immunization card. This ensures quicker processing and proper documentation.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), those due for their second dose of the vaccine may get their second dose up to four (4) days early. The CDC further states that if it is not feasible to adhere to the recommended interval and a delay in vaccination is unavoidable, the second dose of Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines may be administered up to 6 weeks (42 days) after the first dose.

UNIVERSITY OF GUAM COVID-19 VACCINATION SCHEDULE
DATE	TIME	VACCINE MAKE	LOCATION
Tuesday, Mar. 16	10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.	Pfizer-BioNTech (Dose 1) Pfizer-BioNTech & Moderna (Dose 2)	UOG Fieldhouse, Mangilao Register: tinyurl.com/vaccinateguam Walk-ins limited to 15 per hour
Wednesday, Mar. 17
Thursday, Mar. 18
Friday, Mar. 19
Saturday, Mar. 20
PHASE 1a/1b/1c – CATEGORY: Healthcare workers; local and federal law enforcement personnel; School-based employees and Childcare Center employees; adults 50 years and older (effective March 15, 2021); Mayors’ Council of Guam (limited to mayors, vice mayors, and mayoral staff); funeral homes, mortuary, and cemetery staff; service providers contracted with the DPHSS Division of Senior Citizens providing direct patient or client care such as transportation for medical appointments, homebound meals, in-home services, caregiver services, case management, shelter care, adult daycare, and other direct services; and others who are due for dose two of the vaccine. Eligibility is subject to change. Upon arrival, individuals 70 years and older will be sent to the front of the line.

Homebound Vaccinations Continue March 15-18
DPHSS, in partnership with MCOG, continues homebound vaccinations for those pre-registered with their village mayor and meet eligibility criteria. Homebound vaccinations are scheduled from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the villages and locations listed below:

COVID-19 HOMEBOUND VACCINATION SCHEDULE
DATE	TIME	VACCINE MAKE	LOCATION
Monday, Mar. 15	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.	Moderna (Dose 2) Pfizer-BioNTech (Dose 2)	Inarajan, Merizo, Dededo, Agat, Sinajana, Chalan Pago, MTM, Anigua, Guma Trankilidat
Tuesday, Mar. 16	9 a.m. - 3 p.m.	Pfizer-BioNTech (Dose 2)	Mangilao, Dededo, GHURA 82 Dededo, Yigo
Wednesday, Mar. 17	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.	Moderna (Dose 2) Pfizer-BioNTech (Dose 2)	Dededo, Yona
Thursday, Mar. 18	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.	Moderna (Dose 2)	Global Dorm, Guma San Jose, Alee Shelter, Mongmong-Toto-Maite, Talofofo, Dededo

Village-Based COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Scheduled for March 15, 16 & 19

DPHSS, in partnership with MCOG, and the Guam Department of Education, continues village-based COVID-19 vaccination clinics on Monday, March 15 at the Inarajan Mayor’s Office; Tuesday, March 16 at the Mangilao Senior Center; and Friday, March 19 at the Agat Gym. Village-based clinic hours are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m or while supplies last. Patients who are due for their second dose will be prioritized. Please bring a photo ID and COVID-19 immunization card. Although walk-ins are accepted, eligible village residents are encouraged to register with their respective mayor’s office.

VILLAGE-BASED COVID-19 VACCINATION SCHEDULE
DATE	TIME	VACCINE MAKE	LOCATION
Monday, March 15	9 a.m. – 3 p.m.	Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 2 Limited to 124 doses	Inarajan Mayor’s Office
Tuesday, Mar. 16		Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 2 Limited to 100 doses	Mangilao Senior Center
Friday, Mar. 19		Pfizer-BioNTech Dose 2 Limited to 100 doses	Agat Gym
PHASE 1a/1b/1c – CATEGORY: Healthcare workers; local and federal law enforcement personnel; School-based employees and Childcare Center employees; adults 50 years and older (effective March 15, 2021); Mayors’ Council of Guam (limited to mayors, vice mayors, and mayoral staff); funeral homes, mortuary, and cemetery staff; service providers contracted with the DPHSS Division of Senior Citizens providing direct patient or client care such as transportation for medical appointments, homebound meals, in-home services, caregiver services, case management, shelter care, adult daycare, and other direct services; and others who are due for dose two of the vaccine. Upon arrival, individuals 70 years and older will be sent to the front of the line.

GBHWC Crisis Hotline
The Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center (GBHWC) has a Crisis Hotline available 24/7 at (671) 647-8833/4. For those feeling anxious, stressed, overwhelmed or are needing to talk to someone, GBHWC has experienced providers available and ready to assist the community with any heightened stress and anxiety experienced as a result of COVID-19.

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.

Click here to view COVID19 TESTING

Click here to view MARCH 16-20 VACCINATIONS

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Wildfire

Regularly clean the roof and gutters.
Maintain an area approximately 30’ away from you home that is free of anything that will burn, such as wood piles, dried leaves, newspapers and other brush.
Connect garden hoses long enough to reach any area of the home and fill garbage cans, tubs, or other large containers with water.
Review your homeowner's insurance policy and also prepare/update a list of your home's contents.

Fire Weather

Turn on your TV/radio. You’ll get the latest weather updates and emergency instructions.
Know where to go. If you are ordered to evacuate, know the route to take and have plan of where you will go. Check-in with your friends and family.
Keep your car fueled, in good condition, and stocked with emergency supplies and a change of clothes.

Drought

Conserve water

Take shorter showers.

Turn off the water while brushing your teeth or shaving.
Run the washer less frequently and only when you have a full load.
Water your lawn less frequently and do so when the temperature is cooler in the early morning or late evening.
When you run the tap to heat or cool water, keep a pitcher to store the water and use it to water plants.
Avoid washing your car.

Practice fire prevention

Don't set off fireworks when conditions are dry.
Deposit cigarette butts in the proper receptacle to avoid starting a
Pour water over camp fires and backyard fire pits to ensure they are completely out before leaving them unattended.

Follow directions from local officials. If there are restrictions on water usage, be sure to heed them.

To learn more, visit https://www.ready.gov/wildfires and https://www.ready.gov/drought

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Typhoons/Hurricanes are massive storm systems that form over the water and move toward land. Threats from typhoons/hurricanes include high winds, heavy rainfall, storm surge, coastal and inland flooding, and rip currents.

“Hurricanes” form in the Atlantic Northeast Pacific region and “Typhoons” form in the Northwest Pacific Region. These large storms are call cyclones in other parts of the world.

To learn more, visit https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes.

JIC RELEASE NO. 602 - Results: Zero of 115 Test Positive for COVID-19; COVID-19 Community Testing Next Week in Tiyan, Barrigada; COVID-19 Vaccination Schedule for UOG, Homebound and Village-Based