H1N1 INFLUENZA

personal preventative measures

 

There are three simple ways for students, faculty, staff and others to avoid contracting any influenza-like illness:

  • Take time to get vaccinated for seasonal flu as well as the H1N1 virus
  • Wash your hands often and thoroughly with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand cleaners—especially after you cough or sneeze
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue (then discard the tissue immediately) or your sleeve (if you do not hace a tissue) when you cough or sneeze
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth since germs are spread that way
  • Stay at home if you are sick and avoid being in close contact with those who are ill