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Lafene Health Center
Kansas State University
1105 Sunset Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502-3761
785-532-6544
lafene@k-state.edu

H1N1 flu Information

(Updated: November 10, 2009)

At K-State, the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff are of utmost concern. A comprehensive team from all areas of the university is meeting to stay abreast of the status of the H1N1 flu. We are guided by a plan developed to respond to incidents of potential pandemic flu. Should the situation escalate we have plans in place to respond quickly to contain the spread of the H1N1 flu. University officials continue to actively monitor the local, regional, national and worldwide swine flu situation.

Notice for students seeking health care at Lafene:

Do you have a fever or significant cough? If yes, you will be asked to put on a mask at the Lafene Health Center check-in area.

What is H1N1 influenza?

H1N1 influenza is a disease similar to the seasonal flu, but it tends to afflict a younger population (median age 17 years in Kansas.) The disease lasts up to a week or longer, but the initial fever may be gone in just a few days.

    Symptoms of H1N1 flu in humans are similar to symptoms of seasonal flu and include:
  • Fever greater than 100 degrees
  • Body aches
  • Coughing
  • Sore throat
  • Respiratory congestion
  • Headache
  • In some cases, nausea, diarrhea and vomiting

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)- Emergency warning signs

What should you do if you feel sick?

CDC: What to do if you get flu-like symptoms

  • Take your temperature.
  • Stay home! DO NOT go to class, dining halls or any social gatherings. Isolate yourself.
  • Get plenty of rest
  • Drink lots of fluids
  • Eat light meals
  • Contact your RA (if you live in a residence hall) or the Office of Student Life at 785.532.6432 so arrangements can be made to assist you.
What supplies should I have in case I get sick?
    It is a good idea to keep a few simple medical supplies available:
  • Thermometer (a reliable, digital one is best)
  • Over the counter medicine such as:
    • Tylenol® (acetaminophen)
    • Advil® (ibuprofen)
    • Aleve® (naproxen)
  • Fluids such as water, juice and decaffeinated tea
  • Tissues
  • Hand sanitizer
When can I go back to class or work?
  • Once your temperature stays in normal range (96°- 99°F) for 24 hours without using fever reducing medicine.
  • Continue practicing good hand hygiene and correctly cover your coughs and sneezes.
How can I prevent the spread to others?

H1N1 flu is spread through respiratory droplets that are coughed or sneezed into the air. It may also be spread by virus that remains on hands after coughing or sneezing that gets spread to others through common use items such as phones, doorknobs, desks and keyboards.

CDC Novel H1N1 Flu:
Prevention & Treatment
Contamination & Cleaning

  • If you are sick, stay home to avoid spreading illness to coworkers and friends. DO NOT go to class, dining halls or any social gatherings.
  • Cough or sneeze into your elbow or a tissue and properly dispose of used tissues.
  • Clean hands after using tissues with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer or soap and warm water.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
  • Stay healthy by eating a balanced diet, drinking plenty of water and getting adequate rest and exercise.
Is there an H1N1 vaccine?

For more information regarding H1N1 flu:

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