Past Communication - 5/13/09 - 4:58 p.m.

The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) has informed the Wellness Center that the previously identified probable H1N1 flu case is now confirmed. We have also received notification from the CDPH that two other cases in Loyola students have been confirmed in the Chicago area. All cases are doing well. Please be aware that the number of confirmed cases may increase as delayed test results become available.

The Wellness Center continues to work closely with the Chicago Department of Public Health in monitoring the situation. Please do your part to help safeguard the health of the community.

If you think you have H1N1 flu:

• Stay at home except to seek medical care. In order to help stop the spread of the virus, call your healthcare facility before seeking care unless it is an emergency.
  
• Avoid close contact with others for 7 days after your symptoms begin or until you have been symptom-free for 24 hours, whichever is longer.

• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
  
• Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand gel.
  
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
  
• Avoid contact with ill persons.