ETBU Flu Update: March 2010

The university continues to follow the CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of flu. Residence hall staff are encouraging all residents to disinfect their rooms and bathrooms daily. Resident Assistants are disinfecting common areas on a regular basis.

Hand sanitizer stations are located across campus, and in each residence hall.

Prevention information has been posted all across campus, sent via e-mail to faculty, staff and students, and communicated through Facebook groups and Web pages.

Here's How You Can Protect Yourself & Others from the Flu!

1. Wash your hands with soap and warm water or use hand sanitizer often; several times a day

2. Cough or sneeze into your elbow or sleeve

3. Keep your hands away from your nose, mouth, & eyes

Signs and Symptoms of the Flu: 

Fever
Cough
Sore throat
Body aches
Headache
Chills
Fatigue  

What to do if you experience signs and symptoms:

If you live on campus, contact your  Resident Director, and call Bonnie Jones at 903-923-2229.

If you live off campus, contact the Office of Student Affairs at 903-923-2320 and call your doctor.

Warning Signs Needing Emergency Medical Attention:

Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen 
Sudden dizziness
Confusion
Severe or persistent vomiting
Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough

For more information on flu prevention, visit www.flu.gov