Campus Safety & Emergency Procedures
Influenza Information
As you know, H1N1 flu is spread primarily by personal contact with infected individuals. So, as a reminder, the following everyday actions lessen the chance of illness:
- Wash or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer to clean your hands frequently, especially before eating
- Cover your mouth if you cough or sneeze, preferably not into your hands. Also, keep your hands away from your mouth, eyes and nose.
- If you cough or sneeze into a tissue, deposit it in a trash can immediately. Do not place it on any surface that others might touch.
- Try to avoid contact with sick people. Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected individuals.
- If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms such as high fever, body aches, headaches, vomiting, sore throat, diarrhea, sudden unexplained fatigue and chills, please consult your physician.
- Follow public health advice regarding avoiding crowds and other social-distancing measures. Stay informed. Visit the Texas A&M website, the CDC or the Texas Department of State Health Services for the most up-to-date news and information, including signs and symptoms of the flu and what to do if you are experiencing symptoms.
Currently, there are no travel restrictions.
Be assured that we are carefully monitoring this dynamic situation, and we will continue to keep you abreast of the latest information regarding this public health issue.
Important Information Regarding H1N1 flu in Texas
Regular flu and H1N1 flu are both responsive to the anti-flu medications that are available by prescription. Be advised, however, that if you receive a seasonal flu vaccine this year, you are not protected against H1N1 flu because this is a new virus that was not included in that vaccine.