The flu is a respiratory illness with sudden onset of symptoms that can include a fever of over 100ºF, body aches, sore throat, headache, and cough.
Don't let it get you...
- Get a flu shot, it is not too late! UHS gave out 450 flu shots this season and while we do not have any more shots, they are available throughout the community.
- Wash your hands frequently and use hand sanitizing stations located around campus.
- Avoid those who are ill, if you can.
- Clean surfaces that you or others touch frequently in your room and/or office with anti-bacterial cleaner (bleach wipes are effective).
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. If you don't have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve--not your hands--and wash your hands immediately.
- Avoid touching your face, whether you are ill or healthy; it spreads germs.
- Avoid sharing food, utensils, cups, and water bottles.
- If you are sick, stay home and in bed. Avoid crowded places like dining halls, classrooms, restaurants, and the RAC or other fitness centers to prevent spreading illness to others.
- Take fever reducers like acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil), or naproxen (Aleve) if you do have a fever. If your fever persists for more than three days in spite of taking these medications, please seek medical care.
- Drink lots of fluids.
- If you have been diagnosed with the flu and develop shortness of breath and severe fatigue, call your health care provider or go to an emergency room.
University Health Services is available to answer any questions you may have. Please feel free to contact them at 410-455-2542 for medical advice or further instructions and information.
