What to do if you have the FLU?

If you have flu like symptoms:
(fever, flushed in appearance, shivering and/or sweating, diarrhea, vomiting, cough and/or sore throat)

• Tell an RA or housing staff member.
• Do not go to classes or student life activities.
• Notify your instructors by e-mail.
• You are encouraged to call your parents.
• If you live close to your home, you may be encouraged to go home until 24 hours after you no longer have a fever.
• If you cannot go home, you may be asked to stay in your room until 24 hours after you no longer have a fever.
• Meals will be arranged to be brought to your room.
• If you have a chronic health condition such as asthma, diabetes or heart condition, then you should talk with a health care provider.  (Seward County Health Department:  626-3369)

The key is to stay healthy:

1. Practice good hand hygiene.
2. Practice respiratory etiquette – (cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze)

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