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- H1N1 Vaccine for Students - December 10, 2009
- H1N1 Vaccine for Students - December 7, 2009
- H1N1 Update - October 1, 2009
- Seasonal Flu Vaccine Availability - September 25, 2009
- H1N1 Update - September 9, 2009
- Keep Your Paws Clean Video - September 8, 2009
- Free Seasonal Flu Vaccine for Students - August 31, 2009
- Protect Yourself from the Flu: Keep Your Paws Clean - August 24, 2009
- 2009- 2010 Flu Season Educational Resources - June 28, 2009
- Swine (H1N1) Flu Advisory - April 29, 2009
- Pharmacy Open - February 23, 2009
- Life without Limits a Huge Success! - February 18, 2009
- Life Without Limits - January 7, 2009
H1N1 VACCINE FOR STUDENTS
-December 10, 2009-
The SHSU Student Health Center currently has additional doses of the H1N1 vaccine available for students. The department will administer the remaining doses at the Student Health Center. Based upon the current supply of the vaccine, it is now available to healthy students up to 24 years of age in addition to the previously identified priority groups. Please call the Student Health Center at (936) 294-1805 to ensure availability.
H1N1 VACCINE FOR STUDENTS
-December 7, 2009-
The SHSU Student Health Center received 500 doses of the H1N1 vaccine from the Texas Department of Health Services (TDHS). The Health Center will administer the vaccine to the following priority groups in conjunction with TDHS recommendations until the supply is exhausted.
- Students pregnant or nursing (with orders from OB/GYN) *
- Students 18 years of age and younger
- Students 19 – 64 years of age with high-risk health conditions (asthma, cancer, diabetes, kidney disease, immunosuppression, etc.)
- Students in contact with infants 6 months and younger
- Students in residence halls
The Health Center will administer the vaccine free of charge to the aforementioned prioritized groups on Wednesday, December 9th, from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., in the LSC, Room 320. Students must bring their SHSU ID and dress in a manner that allows easy access to their shoulder. *Students who are pregnant, nursing, or taking anticoagulants must present orders from their physician in order to receive the vaccine*.
The Student Health Center anticipates the receipt of additional vaccine. The Health Center will advise the university community when additional doses become available. Please visit th TDHS website or call (936) 294-1805 for more information regarding H1N1 influenza and the vaccine.
H1N1 UPDATE
-October 1, 2009-
The Health Center is currently experiencing an increase in flu activity at this time. Most patients reporting with flu or flu-like illnesses are experiencing mild to moderate symptoms. In addition to the flu, it is noteworthy that there are the usual cases of mono, strep throat, colds, upper respiratory infections, as well as other viruses that are characterized by flu-like symptoms.
It is extremely important to exercise good hygiene to prevent the spread of communicable illnesses. Please do your part by taking the following steps:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs spread this way.
- Cover your cough/sneeze.
- Stay at home and limit contact with others when sick.
- Avoid contact with sick people.
The University is taking measures to reduce the transmission of the H1N1 virus on campus and providing pertinent updates as they develop. The university has ordered the H1N1 vaccine, but details regarding the delivery of the vaccine are unknown at this time. This is a good time to remind everyone that, even though due diligence is in order, the particular concern regarding the H1N1 is not necessarily the severity of the illness. The particular concern with this virus is the fact that it spreads very easily due to no natural immunity amongst those younger than 50 years of age. This fact, once again, highlights the importance of good personal hygiene to reduce transmission of the illness. KEEP YOUR PAWS CLEAN!
Students that are experiencing flu-like symptoms should contact the Student Health Center or their medical provider.
The H1N1 vaccine is not available at this time. We will inform the University community should it become available through the Health Center.
SEASONAL FLU VACCINE AVAILABILITY
-September 25, 2009-
The Health Center, as well as other health care providers, are experiencing a high demand for the seasonal influenza vaccine. The Health Center administered 1,324 doses of the flu vaccine to students on September 23rd and 24th. To put this in perspective, the department administered as many doses to both students and employees over the course of four days last year.
Consequently, the administration of the flu vaccine for employees has been rescheduled for Thursday, October 8th, and Friday, October 9th. Further details will follow.
Students and employees that have not already received their vaccine can request it from their healthcare provider or the following Huntsville locations. Please call to confirm dates, time, availability, and price.
LOCATION DATES PRICE PHONE
Brookshire Pharm. Oct. Call (936) 435-1234
CVS Pharmacy Oct. 8th Call (936) 295-6448
HMH Clinic After Oct. 1st Call (936) 291-3219
Kroger Available now $25 (936) 291-7977
SH Family Clinic Available now $25 (936) 294-0152
Target October 10th & 31st $25 (936) 649-3074
Wal-mart October 16th – 17th $28 (936) 295-3041
Walgreens Available now $25/$11 for SHSU employees (936) 291-6764
This list is not all inclusive and is subject to change.
The H1N1 vaccine is not available at this time. We will inform the University community should it become available through the Health Center.
H1N1 UPDATE
-September 9, 2009-
A few students on campus have reported to the Health Center with flu-like symptoms. However, the Health Center has validated only one case of Type A Influenza. Although SHSU is apparently faring much better than some other universities thus far, it is extremely important to exercise good hygiene to prevent the spread of communicable illnesses. Please do your part by taking the following steps:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs spread this way.
- Cover your cough/sneeze.
- Stay at home and limit contact with others when sick.
- Avoid contact with sick people.
The University has formulated a plan to reduce the transmission of the H1N1 virus on campus and will provide pertinent updates as they develop. However, this is a good time to remind everyone that, even though due diligence is in order, the particular concern regarding the H1N1 is not necessarily the severity of the illness. The particular concern with this virus is the fact that it spreads very easily due to no natural immunity amongst those younger than 50 years of age. This fact, once again, highlights the importance of good personal hygiene to reduce transmission of the illness. KEEP YOUR PAWS CLEAN!
Students that are experiencing flu-like symptoms should contact the Student Health Center or their medical provider.
KEEP YOUR PAWS CLEAN VIDEO
-September 8, 2009-
FREE SEASONAL FLU VACCINE FOR STUDENTS
-August 31, 2009-
The SHSU Student Health Center will administer the seasonal influenza vaccine free of charge to students on Wednesday, September 23rd, and Thursday, September 24th, from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. in the LSC Atrium. Students must present their ID card prior to receiving the vaccine. The vaccine is not available through the Health Center for students who are pregnant or nursing. Students 17 years of age or younger must present a parental consent prior to receiving the vaccine.
Supplies are limited and the Health Center will administer the vaccine on a first come-first serve basis. In the past, the department has accommodated everyone that requested the vaccine. However, we anticipate an increased level of interest in the vaccine this year. Consequently, students are advised to obtain the vaccine through other means if they have the opportunity.
The availability of the H1N1 vaccine is unknown at this time. We will inform the University community should it become available through the Health Center.
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE FLU: KEEP YOUR PAWS CLEAN
-August 24, 2009-
Frequent hand washing is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. This is particularly important this flu season due to the H1N1 virus. Most people below 50 years of age have no natural immunity to the H1N1 virus and, at this point, the H1N1 vaccine is not available. Therefore, our best line of defense is to reduce the probability of exposure. One of the most common ways people get sick is by rubbing their nose or eyes with their hands that have been contaminated. Once your hands are contaminated, you can also spread germs directly to others or onto surfaces that you touch.
The University has formulated a plan to reduce the transmission of the H1N1 virus on campus. However, the most effective preventative measure is literally in your hands. KEEP YOUR PAWS CLEAN. Other effective measures that you can take include:
- covering your nose and mouth with your sleeve when you sneeze or cough
- not touching your eyes, nose, or mouth
- avoiding close contact with sick people
- staying home and away from work or school if you are sick
The University will continue to monitor the situation and communicate any significant developments regarding the H1N1 situation on campus through Today @ SAM.
2009- 2010 FLU SEASON EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
-June 28, 2009-
Center for Disease Control and Prevention H1N1 Update
Texas Department of Health Services H1N1 Update
What to Do If You Get Flu-Like Symptoms
YouTube Video "Symptoms of H1N1(Swine Flu)"
2009-2010 Flu Vaccine Information
SWINE (H1N1) FLU ADVISORY
-April 29, 2009-
The Sam Houston State University Student Health Center is monitoring the situation surrounding the incidents of the Swine Flu. The Health Center obtains periodic updates from the local hospital as well as local, state, and federal health authorities. At this time, we are not aware of any confirmed cases of the Swine Flu in the Huntsville Area. However, this situation highlights the importance of good personal hygiene. The following steps are extremely effective in preventing the spread of communicable diseases such as the flu:
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
- Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
- Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.
- If you get sick, stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
Students experiencing flu-like symptoms should contact the Student Health Center or other healthcare provider. Flu symptoms include:
- Fever (usually high)
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- Chills
- Extreme fatigue
- Dry cough
- Runny nose may also occur but is more common in children than adults
- Stomach symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, may also occur but are more common in children than adults
The Health Center will continue to monitor the situation and work with University administration and health authorities to address any issues that may arise. Accurate and timely information regarding the Swine Flu can be found on the following sites:
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/swineflu/default.shtm
PHARMACY OPEN
- February 23, 2009 -
The Student Health Center's pharmacy is now open offering convenient access to prescription medications on the SHSU campus. The pharmacy is open Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The pharmacy can fill prescriptions written by outside medical providers as well as those written by the Health Center. The pharmacy offers medications at discounted prices that are often less than insurance deductibles and co-payments. Please contact the pharmacy at (936) 294-1803 for medication pricing and availability.
LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS A HUGE SUCCESS!
- February 18, 2009 -
Life Without Limits was a huge success with over 1,000 attendees between the afternoon and evening programs. More importantly, it was evident that the lives of many attendees were impacted. Special thanks to the Dean of Students' Office, the Counseling Center, Student Activities, and One Music Square for their co-sponsorship. Thanks also to the LSC staff for the operation and set-up of the venues. Lastly, we greatly appreciate the support of the faculty and staff that brought students over. It was very encouraging to see faculty escorting their classes to the event. This was truly a special program.
LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS
- January 7, 2009 -
On Tuesday, February 17th, at 2:30 p.m., in the LSC Theatre, Nick Vujicic will offer an inspirational message of hope to SHSU students. He challenges others to choose a perspective that allows them to overcome obstacles and make progress toward reaching their full potential. Nick speaks from his own experiences as a man born without arms or legs. Learn more about Nick and his program.
“In life, one occasionally has the opportunity of crossing paths with an individual with the ability to profoundly impact the lives of others. I believe that Mr. Vujicic has that ability,” stated Keith Lott, director of the Student Health Center.
Life Without Limits is sponsored by the Counseling Center, Dean of Students' Office, Student Activities, and the Student Health Center. Please contact Sarah Hanel, Health Programming Coordinator, at (4)4347 for more information.
