Important Update on SHU's response to the H1N1 Flu
As you know the 2009 H1N1 flu (previously referred to as swine flu) situation in the United States and Michigan continues to unfold. Because of the rapidly changing nature of this outbreak, we wanted to offer you this update on the University's response.
First we want to assure you that as we work our way through the latest developments in this flu outbreak that the university’s actions will be guided by recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the state and local health departments.
As this moment that means it is business as usual at the university.
But this also is a good time for a few reminders:
• If you experience flu-like symptoms you are encouraged to stay home from work or school to keep others from getting sick. If you live in the residence halls this means staying in your room. Flu-like symptoms are defined as a fever of 100.4 F (38 C) or higher, runny nose, cough and respiratory congestion. Please also notify Health Services at 517-264-7190.
• Now, more than ever, it is important to clean your hands regularly and thoroughly, avoid touching your nose and eyes directly, use tissues and dispose of them properly, and cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze with a tissue or your sleeve — not your hand.
• If you are a parent of young children, it is a good time to think about alternative child care options should your child’s school or child care center be closed for some reason.
This is a very fast-changing situation that will require diligence from all of us.
For more information please visit the following websites:
http://www.mi.gov/swineflu
http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/
We are asking you to take common-sense steps right now, including:
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or a alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you sneeze or cough. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
- Try to avoid close contact with individuals who appear sick.
- Stay home from school or work if you are sick. If you live in the residence halls this means staying in your room.
- Keep a safe distance from all people you come in contact with, a behavior called social distancing.
Vaccination Clinics in Lenawee County
The following clinics have been postponed and will be rescheduled at a later time:
All Onsted Schools originally scheduled for Monday, November 9, 2009 between the hours of 11:00 am and 3:00 pm
Onsted School, evening clinic, originally scheduled for Monday, November 9, 2009 between the hours of 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm.
Both the H1N1 shot and the nasal spray will be available at all daytime school clinics. If parents want their child to have the nasal spray they can send a note to that effect with their signature, or download a form under the **NEW** section on the health department's homepage: www.lenawee.mi.us/health_department.