JIC Release NO. 740 -Twenty-nine of 873 Test Positive for COVID-19; COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Schedule

Results: Twenty-nine New Cases of COVID-19

Twenty-nine (29) new cases of COVID-19 were identified out of 873 tests performed on August 2. To date, there have been a total of 8,593 officially reported cases of COVID-19 with 143 deaths, 89 cases in active isolation, and 8,361 not in active isolation. The CAR Score is 1.7.

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. 

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 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Tuesday at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan, Barrigada. No symptoms are needed to qualify for testing. Bring a photo ID. Results available onsite. Testing for travel purposes will not be conducted at these community testing sites. Call the DPHSS Northern Region Community Health Center at (671) 635-7525/6 to schedule an appointment for COVID-19 testing for travel. Priority is given to patients under investigation, identified close contacts, and those traveling for medical purposes. Only four (4) people per vehicle are allowed to be tested. 

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.