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H1N1, INFLUENZA INFORMATION  
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    New Information Nov. 2, 2009

    Empire State College has more than 34 locations throughout the state of New York. At this time, 18 suspected cases of influenza-like illnesses have been documented across the college. Precautionary measures to prevent the spread of any flu-like illness are being undertaken. All Empire State College locations are open and maintaining normal business hours.


        Students: Any students experiencing signs and symptoms of the flu is asked to report this via email to health.report@esc.edu . This specific email address has been established to track suspected or confirmed cases of influenza-like illness. All reports are confidential.

        Faculty and Staff:
        College employees experiencing an influenza-like illness or symptoms of one should first consult their personal physician and then alert the Office of Human Resources in Saratoga Springs at 518-587-2100 ext. 2240.
        Your cooperation is appreciated.


Empire State College Current Influenza Status and Information , (Updated 11-02-2009)

SUNY wide information, http://www.suny.edu/swineflu/

New, Information for Saratoga Schools
Notice:
Information was provided by the Saratoga School district, new on June 23rd, 2009.

Saratoga City Schools information.

* Questions & Answers for Educators on the 2009 H1N1 (Swine Flu) are now available on the State Education Department's Web site at http://usny.nysed.gov/swine-flu-info.html.

Additional Information

http://www.suny.edu/pandemicflu/resources.cfm

CDC: Key Facts About Swine Influenza (Swine Flu)
http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/key_facts.htm

CDC: Swine Flu FAQ
http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/swineflu_you.htm

CDC: Swine Flu Investigation http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/index.htm

CDC Health Advisory http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/pdf/HAN_042509.pdf

CDC and HHS Colleges and Universities Pandemic Influenza Planning
Checklist http://www.pandemicflu.gov/plan/pdf/colleges_universities.pdf

U.S. Department of Education: Pandemic Influenza Planning
http://www.ed.gov/admins/lead/safety/emergencyplan/pandemic/index.html

American College Health Association Pandemic Planning Guidelines (Note:
keyed to Avian Influenza)
http://www.acha.org/info_resources/06_Pandemic_Guidelines.pdf

PandemicFlu.gov
http://www.pandemicflu.gov/

Swine Flu Updates (via Twitter)
http://twitter.com/pandemicjoe?gclid=CPDL7u-ukZoCFQJHxwodWijq-Q
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