The possibility exists that our campus community or the surrounding community may experience cases of H1N1 influenza. Given this possibility,members of the FMU community are encouraged to be mindful of the symptoms of influenza and practice good health habits to prevent the spread of the disease.
Each member of the campus community has a personal responsibility to take measures that will minimize their exposure to any influenza virus, including H1N1. The campus community is also encouraged to take precautions in the event that they or someone close to them contracts the flu.
Symptoms for H1N1 Influenza include: fever of 100.4 or higher, cough, sore throat, body aches, runny nose, chills, and fatigue. Some also experience diarrhea and vomiting. A red flag is a fever of 101 or higher that does not respond to Tylenol or other fever reducing agents within one hour. If you experience that condition, you should contact your medical health care provider.
Francis Marion University is committed to ensuring the safety and security of the entire campus community. For more information about H1N1 Influenza, please click here. For other related questions, please contact Student Health Services at (843)-661-1844.