To protect yourself from getting influenza –

• Wash your hands frequently with soap and warm water for 15 to 20 seconds and avoid
• Hard surfaces which you come into contact with on a regular basis should be cleaned frequently with an anti-bacterial cleanser.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
• Avoid contact with people who may have been exposed to the flu or who have symptoms such as fever, sore throat, runny nose, congestion, sneezing, nausea and diarrhea.
• Try to stay in good general health. Get plenty of sleep, stay physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids and eat nutritious food.

To protect others if you become sick –

• Cover your mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze OR cough into your sleeves to keep from spreading the flu or other respiratory illnesses to others.
• If you experience flu symptoms, including fever, sore throat, runny nose, congestion and sneezing, nausea and diarrhea, seek medical advice.
• Do not delay in seeking medical attention either at the ABAC Health Center or with a physician if you believe you have the influenza virus.

The ABAC HealthCenter, located in the HealthSciences Building,and the ABAC Lakeside Front Desk, have free hand sanitizer available.

Visit the following web site for more information:
http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/?s_cid=swineFlu_outbreak_internal_001