H1N1 (Swine) Flu is continuing to cause illness in Massachusetts, the United States and worldwide. Please check this web page to stay up-to-date on H1N1 information for the UMass Dartmouth community, as well as national and state information.
Updates
H1N1 Committee update to campus community - October 29, 2009
Provost message to faculty re H1N1 - October 29, 2009
Federal Government releases H1N1 video on YouTube
H1N1 Committee update to campus community (PDF) - September 14, 2009
H1N1 Frequently asked questions (PDF) - Updated September 14, 2009
Flu - What can you do? (PDF) - A Department of Public Health guide to keeping yourself and those around you healthy
Memo to returning students and their parents (PDF) - August 20, 2009
UMass Dartmouth Health Director Statement - April 27, 2009
Basic Information
Vaccination
There is a vaccine to protect against the H1N1 flu virus. As always, a vaccine is available to protect against seasonal flu.
What you can do
These important everyday actions can help prevent the spread of germs that cause the flu and other respiratory illnesses:
- If you’re sick, stay home from school or work, and limit contact with others.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Cough or sneeze into your sleeve instead of into your hands. Watch this YouTube video!
- Throw used tissues into the trash.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth, to reduce the spread of germs.
- Don't share food, drinks, utensils and other similar items.
Flu symptoms
Symptoms of H1N1 flu can include:
- Fever
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Body aches
- Headache
- Chills
- Fatigue
Many people have also reported nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
What to do
If you have flu symptoms, stay home and call your health care provider.
Resources
Flu - What can you do? (PDF) - A Department of Public Health guide to keeping yourself and those around you healthy
Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) H1N1 flu fact sheet (PDF) - Share with friends, students and co-workers.
Massachusetts DPH H1N1 Blog - Latest information from state public health officials.
Massachusetts DPH H1N1 web site
U.S. Centers for Disease Control web site
UMass Dartmouth Emergency Information web site - An easy-to-use and printable emergency response guide and contact info.
