Will Tamiflu be prescribed either as a prophylaxis or to mitigate the seriousness of 2009 H1N1?
Student health services will prescribe Tamiflu for students who are identified as being at risk of developing complications from 2009 H1N1 virus infection. (See above.) What is a flu buddy? This is the description of the flu-buddy system that is being distributed in the residence halls: H1N1 infection is causing a flu-like illness. A flu-like illness generally presents as a fever with cough and/or sore throat. At this time the CDC recommends that students with flu-like symptoms isolate themselves from others. They should go home via private car or stay in their room as much as possible until they are free of fever for 24 hours. They should not attend classes or other public gatherings. We are asking students to find a “flu buddy.” The purpose of a flu buddy is to assist in caring for a student with flu-like illness and aide in self-isolation. If your flu buddy becomes ill, check on them regularly via phone or e-mail. You should avoid making close contact (less than 6 feet away). If clo
