• Tips for staying healthy

• CDC: Info on Children and H1N1 Influenza

Per CDC “the virus previously referred to as H1N1  influenza is now referred to as H1N1 influenza. Please note that this is a rapidly evolving situation and current guidance and other website content may contain variations in how this new H1N1 virus of H1N1  origin is referred to. Over the coming days and weeks, these inconsistencies will be addressed, but in the interests of meeting the agency's response goals, all guidance will remain posted and new guidance will continue to be issued. “ (CDC)

• CDC Releases H1N1 Guidance's for Institutions of Higher Education
  CDC continues to work with local and state health agencies to investigate cases of H1N1 virus and has now released guidance, "H1N1 Flu (H1N1 Influenza ) Infections Alert for Institutions of Higher Education."

• The guidance is available at http://cdc.gov/h1n1flu/college-alert.htm.
  As you know, good health habits may also help protect against the flu. CDC has provided resources on steps people can take to protect themselves and others from flu and other respiratory illnesses. Please visit www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/habits/index.htm.

• Flyer - Cover Your Cough: www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/covercough.htm

• Poster - Germ Stopper: www.cdc.gov/germstopper/materials.htm

• For more information on preventing the spread of viruses visit www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/stopgerms.htm.

• U.S. Department of Education H1N1 FAQ Document for Schools
  The U.S. Department of Education has provided a document containing answers to frequently asked questions about H1N1 virus. This document is specifically tailored for U.S. schools. Please download the document by clicking on this link: www.ed.gov/admins/lead/safety/emergencyplan/pandemic/guidance/flu-faqs.pdf 

• American College Health Association Resources
  Additional resources are posted on the ACHA website at www.acha.org/info_resources/flu_H1N1_2009.cfm. This webpage will be updated as new information becomes available. Please also visit ACHA's Pandemic Flu resource page at www.acha.org/info_resources/pandemic_flu.cfm.

• FDA, FTC Warn Public of Fraudulent 2009 H1N1 Influenza Products
  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Federal Trade Commission are alerting the public to be wary of Internet sites and other promotions for products that claim to diagnose, prevent, mitigate, treat or cure the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. The agencies are also advising operators of offending web sites that they must take prompt action to correct and/or remove promotions of these fraudulent products or face enforcement action.  Please visit www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2009/NEW02007.html for full details.
  
   

• CDC has NOT recommended that people avoid travel to Mexico at this time. If you are planning travel to Mexico, follow recommendations to reduce your risk of infection and help you stay healthy. Travel advisories here.

• A H1N1 Influenza resource for students --HOW ARE YOU FEELING: A STUDENT’S GUIDE

• Remember that Student Health Services at City College serves all enrolled students. We have a doctor and nurse practitioners who can assess and diagnose should a student be concerned about his or her health.

APA Help Center: "Managing Your Anxiety about H1N1 Influenza "
The American Psychological Association (APA) is providing information on H1N1 virus and how to deal with the stress and anxiety related to the virus.