As we continue to monitor the H1N1 novel virus activity, we recommend that appointments be scheduled as usual by calling 218-726-8155.

If you have a fever over 100 degrees in addition to one of the following: cough, sore throat, or body aches, call 218-726-8155 and select option #6, and you will be transferred to Health Services Staff for further instructions.

Health Services requests that anyone with the above symptoms enter through the front door and use the designated waiting room. Please put on a mask and use the waterless hand wash while you are waiting to be seen by health provider.

To stay healthy we recommend:

• If you are sick with a fever, sore throat, cough, or body aches, you should stay home to help limit the spread of the infection to others; you may want to call and talk to a nurse.
• Use thorough hand washing techniques using soap and water or liquid hand sanitizing solution.
• Avoid coming into contact with others who are ill.
• Keep your hands away from your mouth and nose after you have touched surfaces that may be infected.

To Manage Your Anxiety about H1N1:

• Phone counseling available: 726-7913
• American Psychological Association Recommendations

Further Information about H1N1 novel virus

• Boynton Health Service: Swine Flu Information
• Emergency Preparedness : H1N1 (swine) flu information for the University community
• American Psychological Association: Managing Your Anxiety about Swine Flu
• Minnesota Department of Health
• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy
• University of Minnesota’s Health Emergency Website