UConn takes care!

Ich hab scohn drauf gewartet Dabei fällt mir erst auf wieviel sich die Uni eigentlich um uns kümmert, in Ulm wird wohl sicher keine eMail kommen. Bisher ist CT ja noch swine-flu frei liegt vll daran dass es der nach Fläche der zweitkleinste Staat ist. Der nächste Fall liegt in NYC

Dear Students,

We know you have probably been reading about the potential for a Swine Flu outbreak in the U.S. Today, Governor Rell announced that while Connecticut still has no confirmed cases of Swine Flu, two probable cases have been identified and samples from the affected individuals have been sent to the
federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for further testing. We recognize that you may have concerns and might be wondering what UCONN is doing and what you can do. Please know that we are here to help you. The following is some information for you.

The University of Connecticut is working closely with the Connecticut Department of Public Health to provide updated advisories and follow the latest information on Swine Flu prevention and treatment recommendations. As recommendations are being revised frequently, members of the university
community are advised to visit the following websites for information on prevention, self care, treatment and the status of local and national efforts to address the disease.

• Swine Influenza and You

http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/swineflu_you.htm

• The Connecticut Department of Public Health Swine Flu Website

http://www.ct.gov/ctfluwatch/cwp/view.asp?a=2533&q=439092

• UCONN Student Health Services Website http://www.shs.uconn.edu

HOW WE CAN HELP

Symptoms of the flu include: fever, muscle aches, headache, scratchy sore throat, cough and runny nose. If you have these symptoms and have concerns regarding management issues, please consult a healthcare provider.
If you are a UCONN student on the Storrs campus, please call the Student Health Service Advice Nurse at 486–3427. Calling the advice nurse first may give you all the self care information you need without having to visit the Student Health Service. The Advice Nurse is available by phone 24 hours per day during the academic year. In general, if have a high fever, difficulty breathing, chest pain, persistent vomiting, severe, diarrhea or dehydration, you may be advised to come in to Student Health Services for an evaluation.

GENERAL DISEASE PREVENTION RECOMMENDATIONS

As a general precaution to help prevent illness, the following disease prevention practices are advised:
• Cough and sneeze into your arm or elbow, not into your hands.
• Wash hands often with soap and water, especially after a sneeze or cough. Sing the “ABC Song” while you wash to make sure you have washed long enough.
• Use alcohol based hand sanitizers when available.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
• Avoid contact with others you know to be ill.
• If you get sick with flu like symptoms, stay home from work or school and avoid contact with others.

Michael Kurland
Director of Health Services
University of Connecticut

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