The Joint Information Center was notified that Guam\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn 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,\u201d said Guam Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero. \u201cTo the people of Guam, we each play a role in fighting this deadly virus. Stay home, wear your masks, and social distance. Let\u2019s protect ourselves and our loved ones and together, we can save lives.\u201d<\/p>\n
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