E-mail to students regarding H1N1 preparedness and BC e-mail

September 17, 2009

Dear Students,
Bellevue College is taking steps to be ready in case Swine Flu (H1N1 virus) starts spreading on our campus this season. Bellevue College is committed to the on-going prevention practices for your health and well-being as you begin the school year. We have established a “Ready for the Flu” website to keep you informed of the latest information about the flu and to provide resources, recommendations and planning guides on what you can do now to prepare, and what to do if you get sick.
www.bellevuecollege.edu/flu

On this site, your first step should be to sign up for a Bellevue College student email account and subscribe to get texts or e-mail emergency alerts that will keep you up to date on college news on the issue.

The site also has FAQs and general information about H1N1 flu. Here is a synopsis:

What are the Symptoms?

• Fever, cough, sore throat, body aches and headache. It may last up to seven days

How to Stay Healthy:

• Avoid Close Contact With Those Who Are Sick
• Cover Your Cough
• Avoid Touching Your Face
• Wash Your Hands and Use Hand Sanitizer

If You Get Sick:

• If you have flu-like symptoms, stay home.
• Notify your instructor(s) if you’re sick and can’t attend classes or complete assignments
• It’s OK to return to class 24 hours after you are free of fever

The college will continue working closely with local and state health departments to monitor flu conditions, so that we can make well-informed decisions.

 

Stay healthy!

Bellevue College