GRMC Updates Its Visitation Policy in Response to Rise in COVID Cases

GRMC Updates Its Visitation Policy in Response to Rise in COVID Cases

(Thursday, January 13, 2022; Dededo, Guam) Guam Regional Medical City (GRMC) will be updating its visitation policy in response to the current rise in COVID cases.

Effective Friday, January 14, 2022, GRMC will change the number of visitors for Inpatients to one visitor per day.

Please be reminded that all visitors to GRMC must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Visitors will be required to show proof of vaccination before entering the hospital. Anyone unable to provide proof of COVID vaccination and identification will not be allowed inside.

All visitors must submit to a mandatory screening by Security, which includes a search of handbags, backpacks, etc. GRMC enforces a strict “no mask, no entry” policy and reminds the public that masks with valves are not allowed. All patients, staff, and vendors will be required to wear a mask while inside of GRMC.

Due to the sharp rise in COVID cases, GRMC must implement stricter visitation precautions to protect our patients and staff. GRMC encourages everyone who is able to get vaccinated. We also urge the public to continue protecting themselves and others by practicing proper hand hygiene and social distancing.