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JIC RELEASE NO. 38 - GDOE Launches Distance Learning Website; DPHSS COVID-19 Coloring Book Available Online
The Guam Department of Education (GDOE) announced the launch of their website to support distance/online learning during this period of school closures.
JIC RELEASE NO. 37 - Profiles of Earlier Confirmed Cases; GDOE Expands Grab-N-Go Program; DPHSS Updates
The Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) tested 23 individuals for COVID-19 on Sunday, March 29, 2020 with conclusive results. One (1) tested positive through DPHSS and 22 tested negative for SARS-CoV-2. The DPHSS overall count also includes two positive cases that were tested by the Naval Health Research Center (NHRC) in San Diego. Additional results will be provided later this evening once today’s test results are finalized.
JIC RELEASE NO. 36 - One Tests Positive for COVID-19;Quarantine for all Incoming Passengers
No Immediate Threat Assessed from Reported North Korea Missile Test
JIC RELEASE NO. 35 - Four Test Positive for COVID-19; Seven Patients Recover from COVID-19; Governor Leon Guerrero Signs Executive Order 2020-07; Presidential Disaster Declaration Approved
The Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) tested 18 individuals for COVID-19 on Saturday, March 28, 2020 with conclusive results. Four (4) tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 and 14 tested negative for SARS-CoV-2.
A total of 366 tests were performed from March 12, 2020 through March 28, 2020 with conclusive results. To date, a total of 55 cases tested positive and 277 cases tested negative for COVID-19 with seven patients who have recovered and one death. The test breakdown is as follows:
NWS Advisories in Effect; Outdoor Burning is Not Recommended
The National Weather Service (NWS), Weather Forecast Office Guam have the following advisories in effect:
A high surf advisory remains in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan until 6 p.m. this evening. Large breaking waves of 7 to 9 feet along north facing reefs are expected. Large breaking waves can knock you down and cause serious injury.
JIC RELEASE NO. 34 - Four Test Positive for COVID-19; No Evictions for Public Housing Residents; AAFES Gas Express & Shoppette Hours Adjusted
The Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) tested 40 individuals for COVID-19 on Friday, March 27, 2020 with conclusive results. Four (4) tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 and 36 tested negative for SARS-CoV-2.
A total of 348 tests were performed from March 12, 2020 through March 27, 2020 with conclusive results. To date, a total of 49 cases tested positive by DPHSS and 299 cases tested negative for COVID-19 with one death.
JIC RELEASE NO. 33 - Eight Test Positive for COVID-19; GMH Nurses Test Negative for COVID-19;Governor Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration, Federal Aid
The Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) tested 38 individuals for COVID-19 on Thursday, March 26, 2020 with conclusive results. Eight (8) tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 and 30 tested negative for SARS-CoV-2.
A total of 308 tests were performed from March 12, 2020 through March 26, 2020 with conclusive results. To date, a total of 45 cases tested positive by DPHSS and 263 cases tested negative for COVID-19 with one death. All 44 remaining cases tested by the DPHSS Guam Public Health Laboratory are in isolation.
JIC RELEASE NO. 32 - GMHA Suspends Viewing of the Deceased; GBHWC Telehealth Counseling Services Available; DPHSS Division Updates
The Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) tested 37 individuals for COVID-19 on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 with conclusive results. Five tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 and 32 tested negative for SARS-CoV-2. The Government of Guam (GovGuam) is aggressively implementing its COVID-19 response to identify and contain transmission of COVID-19 in Guam. With any change in status, anticipate timely notification.
GMHA Guidance on Viewing Suspension
