GRMC to reinstate mask mandate, revised visitation by Jan. 15

DEDEDO, Guam—In response to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases within our community, Guam Regional Medical City will reinstate a temporary mask mandate and limited visitation effective Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, to Friday, Feb. 16, 2024. This mandate may be extended based on developments in the facility and our community.

Mandatory mask usage will apply to all individuals entering GRMC. Masks must be tightly fitted, covering both the nose and mouth completely with no gaps. Security personnel will provide face masks to visitors and patients upon entering. Those with respiratory symptoms or fever will not be permitted to enter the hospital.

Limited visitation guidelines are as follows:

Visitors for the following patient care areas are limited to one visitor per patient:

Med-Telemetry

Med-Surgical

Emergency Department

Comfort Care patients are limited to five visitors at a time.

Intensive Care Unit patients are permitted two visitors during the hours of 9am-10am, 10am-11am, 1pm-2pm, 2pm-3pm, 8pm- 9pm. No switching.

Outpatient appointments and procedures are permitted one companion.

Morgue viewings will continue to have no visitation limit for two hours.

GRMC strongly encourages the practice of proper hygiene practices, social distancing, and vigilance in preventing the spread of COVID-19. We thank the community for their cooperation as we implement these safety measures for our patients, visitors, and staff. (PR)