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Think You Have The Flu?

• What to do if you think you have the flu
• Residential students who are ill and remain on campus
• When to call Emergency Medical Services
• More Information

Think-FluIf a student does contract the flu, we strongly recommend the following:

• Go home if possible
• Stay out of class until fever free (< 100鈼�F) for 24 hours without fever-reducing medicine.
• Consult with your health-care provider if you have any underlying chronic respiratory, cardiac or neurological conditions that might cause complications.
• Notify all professors via email about absence.
• If possible, try to keep up with academic work by reading assignments and accessing lecture capture if available via computer.
• Students will not need a note excusing their absence.
• Self-care for flu (pdf)

ResidentialResidential students remaining on campus who are ill should:

• Self-isolate in their room, avoiding all common areas, especially the dining hall.
• Either you or a friend can pick up a .
• Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and get plenty of rest.
• Wear a mask when using shared bathrooms. Supplies are available in each residence.
• Keep in frequent contact with family.

EmergencyCall Emergency Medical Services at 978-934-4911 for any serious symptoms, including:

• Rapid heart rate
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fever greater than 104鈼�F that cannot be reduced with by fever-reducing medicines
• Sudden dizziness or confusion
• Severe chest or abdominal pain

With a strong community effort we hope to have a healthy start to the semester.

More Information

For more information about the national flu incidence please consult the 聽or contact 杏吧传媒 Health Services.

You can also read this Flu & You pamphlet (pdf) and learn more about the flu (influenza).