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

On-Campus Resources for NU students             Frequently Asked Questions
             with Flu-Like Illness                                        about Flu-Like Illness 

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 SEASONAL & H1N1 VACCINE INFORMATION
Most vaccination clinics have been postponed due to production delays.Below are some sites
you may seek out for the seasonal flu vaccine:
              Boston Area Clinics
          Walgreens           CVS
   MASSPRO Public Flu Clinic Finder

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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