[Important Information for Students] Health Advisory: Early Flu Activity On Campus

[Student Health & Counseling Center]

Dear Students,

Last week the Student Health & Counseling Center had 7 cases of confirmed
or suspected influenza A.  These cases mirror what is happening throughout
New York: early increases in respiratory viruses.  These early increases
highlight the importance of optimizing respiratory virus protection:

   - Anyone who has not received an influenza vaccine this season and/or
   who is not up to date with COVID-19 is strongly encouraged to vaccinate
   soon. Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines can be administered at the same
   visit.  Make a vaccination appointment at your local pharmacy here
   <https://www.vaccines.gov/>,  *Drop off or email
   (healthcenter at plattsburgh.edu <healthcenter at plattsburgh.edu>)
   proof of your influenza vaccination to the health center by Wed. 11/ 30
   (deadline extended) and you'll be entered to win $50 in Cardinal Cash.*
   - Mask in crowded indoor areas and practice good hand hygiene.
   - Test promptly for COVID-19 and influenza, especially if you are at
   high risk for severe illness and eligible for antiviral treatments.  Rapid
   COVID-19 antigen test kits are available in the health center lobby, the
   Angell College Center and the residence halls (in the Duty Offices).  If
   you have concerns for influenza testing and treatment, contact Student
   Health at healthcenter at plattsburgh.edu or (518) 564-2187.

With the holidays fast approaching, we encourage everyone to get their
shots as soon as possible to protect your friends, family and yourselves.

Student Health & Counseling Center
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