JIC RELEASE NO. 956 - 306th COVID-19-related Fatality Reported; COVID-19 Test Results: 623 New Cases, 52 Hospitalized; Additional COVID-19 Updates; Food Commodities Distribution Continues

306th COVID-19-related Fatality Reported
Today, the Joint Information Center was notified that Guam’s 306th COVID-19-related fatality was pronounced dead on arrival at the Guam Memorial Hospital (GMH) on February 10, 2022. The patient was an 83-year-old male, vaccinated, with underlying health conditions who tested positive on February 6 and again on February 10, 2022. 

“Tonight we mourn another loved one lost to this deadly virus, and we are reminded that the fight is not yet over,” said Governor Lou Leon Guerrero. “To his family and friends, Jeff, Josh, and I extend our deepest sympathies and condolences during your time of grieving and sadness. To our community, we call on each of you to recommit to the public health interventions that have brought us to where we are today.” 

DON’T WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE.

Look for emergency warning signs for COVID-19. Call 911 if you have trouble breathing, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new confusion, inability to wake or stay awake, or bluish lips or face. Individuals who are sick are advised to:

• Stay home, except to seek medical care. Call ahead before visiting the clinic/doctor.

• Monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, cough, and shortness of breath, fatigue, body aches, headaches, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion, nausea and/or diarrhea.

• Get tested if you have symptoms of COVID-19. While waiting for test results, you should stay away from others, including staying apart from those living in your household.

Older Adults, People with Serious Chronic Medical Conditions are Most at Risk for Serious Complications and Death Due to SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19

Serious chronic medical conditions include:

• Heart disease

• Diabetes

• Lung disease

• Obesity

• Immunocompromised conditions (e.g. cancer, lupus)

• Chronic renal disease

• Neurologic or neurodevelopmental condition

• Current or former smoking

• Chronic liver disease

52 Hospitalized for COVID-19

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 19 vaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19 compared to 309 unvaccinated people hospitalized for COVID-19. The risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 is about 16 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: 623 New Cases of COVID-19 

Today, the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) reported 623 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,755 specimens analyzed on February 10, 2022. 75 of the cases reported today are through the Department of Defense. To date, there have been a total of 39,295 officially reported cases, 306 deaths, 7,083 cases in active isolation, and 31,906 not in active isolation.

Tiyan COVID-19 Outreach Appointment-Based Testing

Community COVID-19 testing at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan, Barrigada is an appointment-based system. Unscheduled drive-ups will be accepted on a limited basis. For the safety of the community and swabbers, only four (4) adults per vehicle are allowed to be tested. To schedule an appointment, visit tinyurl.com/covidstopswithme. 

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

COVID-19 Vaccination Support Clinic 

Beginning February 12, the COVID-19 vaccination support clinics for families of children with disabilities will operate from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. These clinics are also open to the community. 

UOG Vaccination Clinic Saturday Hours to Change 

Beginning Saturday, February 12, 2022, and every Saturday thereafter, the COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic at the UOG Field House will operate from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please note the changes to the schedule.

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

After-school COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Continues

DPHSS in partnership with the Guam Department of Education (GDOE), continues after-school vaccination clinics open to the community. All eligible students, with parental consent, are encouraged to get vaccinated against COVID-19. 

Food Commodities Distribution Continues

GDOE, State Agency for the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) under the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Nutrition Service distribution will be available to village constituents only on a first-come, first-served basis. Distribution is limited to three households per vehicle at the sites. Face masks must be worn; bring a photo ID.

Guam COVID-19 Vaccination Update

As of February 10, 2022, a total of 133,848 of Guam’s eligible population (residents 5 years and older) is fully vaccinated. This total includes 13,204 residents 12 – 17 years old. 7,047 residents 5 – 11 years old received their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech two dose series. 4,793 residents 5 – 11 years old have completed their two-dose series. An additional 132 residents received their booster shots and a total of 53,131 booster shots have been administered to eligible residents since September 29, 2021.

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