Preparing for Upcoming Flu Season
In an effort to prepare our students, faculty and staff for the
upcoming flu season, Alderson-Broaddus College has received information
from the Centers from Disease Control and the local Health Department
concerning preparedness measures in dealing with the H1N1 virus (Swine
flu).
What is 2009 H1N1 (swine flu)?
2009 H1N1 (referred to as “swine flu” early on) is a new influenza
virus causing illness in people.
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Message from President Clyburn
September 14, 2009
Dear A-B College Students,
Alderson-Broaddus College has detailed emergency plans in place to address wide-ranging campus issues and health concerns. We have extended these preparations in order to respond to possible H1N1 flu cases on our campus. A select group of faculty and staff have met to evaluate all planning processes related to our emergency preparedness.
As you may know, flu can be spread easily from person to person. Therefore, we are taking steps to prevent the spread of flu at Alderson-Broaddus College for as long as possible, but we need your help to accomplish this.
We encourage you to take the following flu/respiratory disease precautions based on Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations:
· Avoid contact with ill persons
· Cover the nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing with a tissue or elbow (not the uncovered hand)
· Throw used tissues in the trash
· Do not share food, drink or utensils
· Wash the hands with soap and water frequently -- particularly after sneezing -- or use an alcohol-based hand gel
· Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
· Get plenty of sleep
· Be physically active
· Drink plenty of fluids and eat nutritious food
· Manage your stress (attend class, work ahead, avoid procrastinating, etc.)
You should be vaccinated for the seasonal flu, which is a separate vaccination from the H1N1 flu shots. Talk with your health providers about whether you should be vaccinated for H1N1 flu, which is a two shot series and separate from the seasonal flu vaccination. People at higher risk for H1N1 flu complications include pregnant women and people with chronic medical conditions (such as asthma, heart disease, or diabetes).
For the most up-to-date information on flu, visit http://www.flu.gov/, or call 1-800-CDC-INFO (232-4636).
We will post any additional information and/or changes to A-B College’s strategy on our campus and on our web site, www.ab.edu to prevent the spread of flu in our campus community.
Sincerely,
J. Michael Clyburn, President
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