Influenza

                         I think I have flu-like illness...what should I do?
                                         What about my classes? 
                                 

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caring for flu like illness at NU

Important information for Northeastern students during influenza season

—H1N1 Faculty Guidelines and Resources, Office of the Provost dated Aug. 26, 2009
—Fall 2009 Influenza Update to NU Community, Office of Enrollment
   Management and Student Life and Office of the Provost, dated Aug. 27. 2009
—Recommendation from the Medical Director regarding Pneumococcal Vaccine 9/7/09
—Letter to Northeastern Parents-Monday 9/7/09 update on influenza plans
—Letter to Northeastern Students-Thursday 9/10/09 update on influenza plans

Seasonal & H1N1 Vaccine         On-Campus Resources for NU 
           Information                     Students with Flu-like Illness

H1N1 vaccine is avaiable for NU students,   >We Care  >NUPD   >Res Life & Housing
 no appointment is needed and there             >Caring for flu-like symptoms 
 is no charge for the vaccine .                  >Caring for your fever >Academics/advisors

   
              free flu clinics in boston                    

                                                                           Frequently Asked Questions
                                                                              about Flu-Like Illnessfaq

Prevention remains the simplest and strongest measure to combat the spread of both the seasonal influenza and H1N1 virus. Public health officials stress the importance of:
• Vaccination
• Hand washing (video)
• Cough etiquette, and
• Self-isolation in dorm room or home when ill for at least 24 hours after one’s fever is gone (except to seek medical care)

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