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Messages for Students

There has been a significant amount of media attention to the 2009 H1N1 flu virus, but it is important to keep in mind that for most people, when they become ill, their symptoms have been mild to moderate. Those individuals with underlying medical conditions, however, are at risk for more serious illness. Therefore, we hope to limit the spread of H1N1 infection and keep students healthy.

College age students are at higher risk for contracting H1N1. The virus is highly transmissible, so students living in close contact such as in residence halls are more likely to be exposed and potentially contract H1N1. Being informed and practicing prevention measures is more important than ever this flu season.

H1N1-related FAQs for University of Minnesota students.

See below for an archive of messages sent to students during the 2009 fall semester.

Coping with illness and keeping up with coursework
November 18, 2009
From Kathleen O'Brien, Vice President for University Services and Officer of the Day and John Finnegan, Assistant Vice President for Public Health and Dean, School of Public Health
Update #3: Residence Hall Information
September 10, 2009
From Director Laurie McLaughlin to students living in campus residence halls
Update #2: 2009 H1N1 Flu and Missed Class Work
September 9, 2009
From Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost E. Thomas Sullivan to all Twin Cities Students

Update #1: General Information about H1N1
August 28, 2009
From Vice Provost for Student Affairs Jerry Rinehart to all Twin Cities students

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University of Minnesota Pandemic Influenza Response Plan (332 K pdf)

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