Joint Information Center -JIC Release No. 928 - January 19, 2022

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Joint Information Center (JIC) Release No. 928 dated January 19, 2022 provides Guam residents with instructions for accessing free at-home, rapid COVID-19 test kits, including online ordering limits, shipping timelines, and reporting requirements to DPHSS surveillance within 24 hours. The release outlines isolation steps if positive, confirmatory testing guidance when negative with symptoms or exposure, and continuation of daily activities when negative with no symptoms or exposure. It also announces related public health operations updates, including test-site scheduling and guidance for community services and outreach.

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Free At-Home Rapid COVID-19 Test Kits in Guam

Online ordering limits and shipping information

Reporting test results and isolation steps

Guidance for negative results with symptoms or exposure

Confirmatory testing and household precautions

Negative results with no symptoms and no exposure

Resume daily activities with continued advice

Closure and community testing operations updates

Bureau of Economic Security office closure

Tiyan COVID-19 outreach appointment-based testing

Patient assessment form and latest information sources

Joint Infomation Center -JIC Release No.928January 19,2022,2:05p.m.(ChST) Distribution of Free At-Home,Rapid COVID-19 Test Kits to Guam;Closure of Bureau ofEconomic Security Office-Northern Location Guam residents can now place orders of at-home,rapid COVID-19 test kits online,limited to fourfree tests perresidential or mailing address.Residents can order online at COVIDtests.gov orhttps://special.usps.com/testkits. The test kits are being provided through a partnership between the U.S.Department of Health andHumanServices(HHS)and the U.S.Postal Service (USPS). Guam residents are advised of the following: ·Orders are limited to four tests per residential or mailing address. ·A mailing address cannot be used more than once to place an order.Once a mailingaddress has been used to place an order,it cannot be used again. ● At-home tests will begin shipping in late January.Shipments to Alaska,Hawaii,and theU.S.Territories and APO/FPO/DPO addresses will be sent through Priority Mail. Troubleshooting FAQs can be found HERE. When performing at-home COVID-19 test kits,don't forget to report your results to theDepartment of PublicHealth and Social Services (DPHSS)at dphss.surveillance@dphss.guam.gov. If You Test Positive for COVID-19 Using the at-home test kit: 1.You must report your result within 24 hours to dphss.surveillance@dphss.guam.gov.Please provideyour: ● FullName ● Date of Birth ·Date of Test ·Results 2.You must isolate at home or at a government isolation facility until cleared using the DPHSS Criteriafor Discharging a Person from Isolation.Please refer to section G. 3.Steps to take while in isolation: ·Eat in a separate room or area;use a separate bedroom;use a separate bathroom.If sharing abathroom,clean and disinfect after each use. ·Avoid sharing personal items-dishes,cups/glasses,silverware,towels,bedding or electronics(e.g.,cellphone). ·Wear a face mask. ·Wash your hands often using soap and water,or hand sanitizer;avoid touching your eyes,nose,or mouth with unwashed hands. ·Clean and disinfect “high touch”surfaces and items every day (tables,doorknobs,lightswitches,handles,desks,toilets,faucets,sinks,and electronics) If at-home test result is negative,but you have symptoms or have been exposed to COVID-19: 1.You should get a confirmatory test as soon as possible to confirm your results 2.You should isolate until you receive your confirmed laboratory test result. 3.If you are symptomatic,advise your household members and other close contacts to stayhome until you receive your confirmed laboratory test result. 4.If your confirmed laboratory test result is positive,DPHSS'containment unit or your clinic willnotify you of your positive laboratory result. 5.Close contacts should also get tested for COVID-19. If at-home test result is negative and you have NO symptoms and have NOT been exposed to COVID-19:It is less likely that you have COVID-19.You may resume your daily activities while continuing tofollow all public health advice. Closure of Bureau of Economic Security Office -Northern Location Please be advised the Bureau of Economic Security Office located at the Northern Public Health will be closedhalf-day to undergo deep sanitization process.However,clients can sill tilize the drop box located outside ofthe facility or at our Tamuning location in Rancare 2nd floor. Operations will resume at 1:00 p.m.For additional information,contact the numbers below: ● BES North (Dededo)at 671-635-7488/7484/7439/7396/7429 ● BES Central(RAN-Care)at 671-300-8850/3/4/8865 Tiyan COVID-19 Outreach Moves to Appointment-Based Testing,Hours Extended CommunityCOVID-19 testing at the old carnival grounds in Tiyan,Barrigada has transitioned to an appointment-basedsystem with extended hours.Unscheduled drive-ups will be accepted on a limited basis.For the safety of thecommunity and swabbers,only four (4)adults per vehicle are allowed to be tested.Symptomaticpatients will b

FAQs

How many at-home COVID-19 test kits can a Guam resident order and what address rules apply?

Orders are limited to four tests per residential or mailing address. A mailing address can be used only once to place an order; once used, it cannot be used again for ordering.

When and how must test results be reported to DPHSS?

Report results within 24 hours to dphss.surveillance@dphss.guam.gov. Provide full name, date of birth, date of test, and results.

What should you do if the at-home test result is negative but you have symptoms or were exposed?

Get a confirmatory test as soon as possible. Isolate until receiving the confirmed laboratory result, and advise household members and close contacts to stay home if you are symptomatic.

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