BE SMART. TAKE CARE. STAY HEALTHY.

handwashAs we approach mid-term break, MVNU maintains ongoing efforts and activities in regard to prevention of the H1N1 flu virus. We want to keep you informed so you can continue to make educated decisions about your health.

  • MVNU is very grateful that, to date, we have experienced only one “probable” case of H1N1. We encourage you to keep up healthy habits by washing your hands frequently, using hand sanitizer, practicing social distancing and self-isolation if you are experiencing symptoms.
  • Thank you to Pioneer College Caterers for purchasing hands-free sanitizer stations. These are available on either side of the cafeteria entrance, and we encourage you to use them. This is a wonderful investment Pioneer is making at each of the colleges it serves.
  • Facilities Services is working with Student Development to have hand sanitizers wall mounted at some of MVNU’s high traffic areas. Additionally, they are working extra hard to thoroughly sanitize all areas throughout the fall and winter months.
  • MVNU and Kenyon College officials have met and are collaborating in efforts to maintain awareness, educate students, and learn from one another as we navigate this process together.
  • The seasonal flu vaccine is available currently at the Knox County Health Department and at local pharmacies. Preparations are taking place in anticipation of the arrival of the H1N1 flu vaccines later this fall.
  • Student Development staff continues to receive daily updates from the Centers for Disease Control and our local Knox County Health Department about the status of the H1N1 virus and future steps MVNU should take if necessary.
  • RAs and RDs continue to meet with students and remind them of prevention methods and healthy living practices.

Key FAQs are answered here: Columbus Dispatch article: “What you need to know about H1N1” (Sunday, Oct. 4)

The following are free resources from Student Health 101 Magazine:
Facts about H1N1
Preventing the spread of H1N1
View Student Health 101 Magazine

If you ever have questions about symptoms, how you are feeling, or steps to take when ill, please CALL or E-MAIL Denise Smith in Student Health Services (ext. 4632) before visiting the SHS office. After hours, contact your Resident Director.

You can expect to receive the “Emergency U” newsletter by e-mail in early November! In the meantime, you can find all H1N1 campus updates on the Safety Information section of MVNU’s web site: www.mvnu.edu/crisis.