http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/ Cornell University is working closely with health department officials to monitor the spread of H1N1 (swine) influenza. We will continue to update this feed with news and information as it becomes available. en-us webmaster@cornell.edu (Carrie Sanzone) Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/statements/2009/20090911-student-announcement.cfm It is with deepest sadness and regret that I inform you of the loss of one of our students today at Cayuga Medical Center. Warren J. Schor, 20, died of complications related to H1N1 influenza. The university has been in close contact with Warren's family, and we wish to convey our heartfelt condolences to them and to his many friends. Please keep them in your thoughts in the following days. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#018 http://www.cornell.edu/statements/2009/20090907-flu-update.cfm H1N1 flu is on the rise on college campuses, just as predicted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the health care community. Cornell is no exception. Mon, 7 Sep 2009 20:00:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#017 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/docs/call-gannett.pdf While most individuals who contract the flu are able to recover safely without any medical intervention, it's essential to consult by phone with a health care provider in some situations. This poster from Gannett Health Services contains essential information for students at Cornell (faculty and staff should contact their primary care providers). Mon, 7 Sep 2009 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#016 http://www.cornell.edu/statemets/2009/20090904-flu-message.cfm H1N1 flu is on the rise on college campuses, just as predicted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the health care community. Cornell is no exception. Fri, 4 Sep 2009 18:10:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#015 http://www.flu.gov/plan/school/higheredguidance.html The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have updated influenza-response guidelines for colleges and universities in the United States for the 2009-2010 academic year. Cornell healthcare providers and administrators are currently reviewing the guidelines to determine how they will inform the university's plans, policies and communications going forward. The campus community has been broadly engaged in preparations for a complex flu season since the novel H1N1/2009 ("swine") influenza made its first appearance in spring 2009. Plans have been guided by the CDC and the New York State Department of Health, as well as Cornell's commitment to support the health and safety of its faculty, staff, students and home community, and the university's academic and research missions. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 18:10:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#014 http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/08/03/AR2009080303037.html The Obama administration is finalizing guidelines that would scale back when the federal government recommends closing schools in response to the swine flu pandemic ... Wed, 5 Aug 2009 09:10:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#013 http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/vaccination/public/vaccination_qa_pub.htm Q: What are the plans for developing novel H1N1 vaccine? Wed, 29 Jul 2009 13:10:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#012 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=106662735 It's never been done before - vaccinating Americans against two different flu threats in one season. But that's what public health officials all over the country are beginning to plan for. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:19:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#011 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu A number of cases of influenza-like illness have now been reported among summer students at Cornell. Additional cases are likely to arise in other campus programs, departments, and camps. Not all cases of this illness are attributable to the new H1N1 ("swine") influenza virus. However, public health officials do not recommend routine testing to determine the viral type, as the same treatment and isolation guidelines apply regardless of the kind of flu (i.e., seasonal flu or new H1N1 flu). Luckily, the level of illness experienced locally continues to remain relatively mild. Should you or a family member develop flu-like symptoms (fever, cough, sore throat), please stay home until you have consulted by phone with your health provider. Students should call Gannett Health Services at 607.255.5155. A health care provider is available by phone 24/7. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:48:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#010 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu There are four confirmed H1N1 cases in Tompkins County including on the Cornell Campus. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:20:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#009 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=105250549 The World Health Organization has declared that a new version of an old flu strain has ignited the first global flu pandemic in 41 years. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:42:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#008 http://www.gobroomecounty.org/hd/first-case-h1n1-swine-flu-identified-broome-county The Broome County Health Department reports that it received notification from the Wadsworth State Laboratory in Albany this morning of its first confirmed case of H1N1 (Swine) flu. Thu, 28 May 2009 16:29:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#007 http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/content/travel-health-precaution/novel-h1n1-flu-mexico.aspx CDC continues to recommend that travelers visiting Mexico take steps to protect themselves from getting novel H1N1 flu. Mon, 18 May 2009 11:40:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#006 http://www.gannett.cornell.edu/downloads/campusIniatives/Pandemic%20and%20avian%20flu/H1N1CornellEventsProgUpdate.pdf Awareness of the new H1N1 flu is far more widespread than the illness itself; and that is good news in more ways than one. Wed, 13 May 2009 15:48:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#005 http://www.health.state.ny.us/press/releases/2009/2009-05-06_statement_regarding_h1n1_swine_flu.htm On Tuesday the State Health Department's (DOH) Wadsworth Laboratories performed tests on recently obtained specimens from 20 individuals outside of New York City. The tests resulted in no new confirmed cases of H1N1. Wed, 6 May 2009 14:30:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#004 http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2009/04/state_tests_identify_swine_flu.html New York state officials said preliminary tests have identified three human H1N1 flu cases in Cortland, Orange and Suffolk counties. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:30:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#003 http://www.pressoffice.cornell.edu/statement.cfm?customel_dataPageID_19799=20339&y=2009 In response to the growing concern over H1N1 influenza, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that U.S. travelers avoid all nonessential travel to Mexico. Accordingly, Cornell University strongly advises against travel to any country appearing on the CDC travel health warning list. Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:30:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#002 http://www.pressoffice.cornell.edu/statement.cfm?customel_dataPageID_19799=19843&y=2009 All members of our community are being asked to take common sense personal health precautions to protect themselves and others from possible infection. If you have recently visited an area affected by H1N1 flu, closely monitor your health for seven days, and if you develop flu symptoms, immediately call your primary care provider, your local health department or Gannett Health Services. Mon, 27 Apr 2009 18:38:00 -0500 http://www.cornell.edu/emergency/flu/#001