BREAKING NEWS: 16th COVID-19 fatality in Guam
The Joint Information Center was notified that Guam’s 16th COVID-19-related fatality occurred at the Guam Memorial Hospital this morning at approximately 2:50am (ChST). The patient was a 49-year-old female with comorbidities that were compounded by COVID-19. She was admitted to GMH on Aug. 27.
“In less than a week, we mourned the passing of five individuals to COVID-19. It is with deep sadness that we must announce the passing of a 16th person to this virus. First gentleman Jeff [Cook], Lt. Gov. Josh [Tenorio], and I send our deepest condolences and sympathies to her family,” said Guam Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero. “To the people of Guam, we each play a role in fighting this deadly virus. Stay home, wear your masks, and social distance. Let’s protect ourselves and our loved ones and together, we can save lives.”
More details later.
