H1N1 Pandemic Influenza
WFU H1N1 Information
Frequently Asked Questions about H1N1 Influenza at Wake Forest
Information on Treatment of Influenza
Limiting the Spread of Influenza in Residence Halls
Information for students who are studying abroad
An outbreak of a H1N1 (swine-related) influenza that is infecting humans by person-to-person spread has been reported worldwide. Up-to-date information can be found at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention web site.
Influenza spreads readily by direct contact with nasal mucus from an infected person or by inhaling droplets coughed or sneezed into the air. You may lower your chances of catching this particular influenza by avoiding people who have been diagnosed with this type of flu, washing your hands frequently with soap and water or using a hand sanitizer, and by keeping your hands away from your face.
If you are sick, you should stay home from work and school in order to avoid contact with other people to prevent spreading your illness to others. If possible, persons with influenza-like symptoms who wish to seek medical care should contact their health care provider or the Student Health Service to report illness by telephone (336-758-5218) or other remote means before seeking care.
H1N1 FLU SYMPTOMS USUALLY INCLUDE:
- Fever 101 to 103 degrees
- Sudden onset of symptoms over several hours
- Severe muscle and joint aches
- Fatigue
H1N1 INFLUENZA SYMPTOMS MAY ALSO INCLUDE:
- Sore throat
- Nasal congestion and/or runny nose
- Dry cough, or a cough with phlegm
- Headache
- Sensitive eyes
- Nausea with or without vomiting
- Diarrhea
CALL THE STUDENT HEALTH SERVICE (336-758-5218) IF YOU DEVELOP:
- Symptoms lasting over 5 days without signs of improvement.
- Fever persisting for more than 2 or 3 days or any fever over 103 degrees not relieved by Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen.
- Severe cough or cough producing large amounts of phlegm.
- Severe sore throat and difficulty swallowing.
- Wheezing, shortness of breath, or chest pain.
- Severe headaches.
For more information from the CDC:
H1N1 Influenza Information
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