[Important Information for Students] Cold and flu season is upon us!

[Student Health & Counseling Center]

Prevention is key!

Wash your hands: Scrub your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20
seconds, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Avoid your face: Try not to touch your eyes, nose, and mouth to keep germs
from entering your body.
Cover coughs and sneezes: Use a tissue or sneeze into your upper sleeve or
elbow instead of your hands.
Clean surfaces: Disinfect frequently touched items like doorknobs, phones,
and counters regularly.
Get vaccinated: Get an annual flu shot and check with your doctor about
updated COVID-19 or RSV vaccines.
Get vaccinated right on campus!
The Student Health and Counseling Center is sponsoring an On-Campus Flu
Clinic in collaboration with Condo Pharmacy at The Cardinal Lounge at the
ACC.
Pre-register with your health insurance information to the appointment. If
you do not have health insurance, there will also be an option to pay cash
for your flu shot ($20).

Scan the QR code or click HERE <https://form.jotform.com/262633240491049>
to register for the Flu Clinic. Open to students, faculty and staff

Get enough rest: Aim for at least seven hours of consistent sleep each
night to help your immune system fight off infections.
Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water and fluids throughout the day to
support your body's defenses.
Eat nutritious foods: Focus on a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables,
and whole grains.
Stay active: Keep up with regular, moderate exercise to support overall
health.
Manage stress: Find healthy ways to relax, as high stress can weaken your
immune response.
If you get sick...
Hydration: Drink plenty of water, juice, clear broths, or warm tea to keep
your throat moist and prevent dehydration.
Warm Liquids and Soup: Sip warm chicken soup or hot water with honey and
lemon to ease a sore throat and loosen mucus.

This too shall pass

Catch some zzz’s to get healthy


Rest: Sleep as much as possible so your immune system can fight the virus.
Steam and Humidity: Use a cool-mist humidifier or take a hot, steamy shower
to clear stuffy nasal passages.
Over-the-Counter Relief: Take pain relievers, decongestants and cough
medicine to relieve the symptoms.
Self-Care Station: The Student Health & Counseling Center has a self care
station with the essentials to treat your symptoms

Treat the symptoms while you get better

Do you know where to find us?
We are conveniently located at 45 Rugar St. behind the bookstore and next
to University Police, click on the map for directions
<https://maps.app.goo.gl/AgJdH4LghPqjgNth8>
Scan the QR code or click HERE
<https://www.instagram.com/healthcounseling_sunyplatts?utm_source=qr> to
follow us on Instagram

Student Health & Counseling Center
healthcenter at plattsburgh.edu (518) 564 2187 <5185642187>
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