Protecting against Cold, Flu, and the Coronavirus: What You
Dear UMBC Community,
Welcome to the Spring Semester! UMBC is committed to keeping our community safe, healthy, and informed. This email provides an update on influenza in the State of Maryland as well as the 2019-nCoV coronavirus.
The season for influenza and other viral illnesses is fully upon us. There is a high level of flu activity and it is widespread throughout the State of Maryland. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring an outbreak caused by a novel (new) coronavirus (“2019-nCoV”) first identified in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. The CDC is closely monitoring the situation and is working with the World Health Organization (WHO).
We are working alongside other University System of Maryland institutions to stay up-to-date on this important issue; you can read a letter from the Chancellor here.
Influenza Prevention and Treatment
Flu activity is high in the U.S. and expected to continue for weeks. University Health Services (UHS) is performing confirmatory tests for influenza. Anyone who has not received a flu vaccine this season should consider getting the vaccine.
The treatment for influenza for healthy people is mostly “supportive,” meaning rest, plenty of fluids, and fever-reducing medication as needed. Antiviral medications may be helpful, especially for students, faculty, and staff who have chronic medical problems (e.g., asthma or diabetes) and can be discussed with your primary care provider. Antiviral medications are most effective if started within 48 hours of developing flu symptoms.
- If you are sick, stay home and in bed and rest. Avoid crowded places like dining halls, classrooms, restaurants, and the RAC or other fitness centers to prevent spreading illness to others
- Take fever-reducing medications like acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil), or naproxen (Aleve) if you do have a fever (temperature over 100°F). Please check your temperature using a working thermometer. If your fever persists for more than 48 hours in spite of taking these medications, please seek medical care (UHS hours Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., (410) 455-2542).
- Drink lots of fluids.
- If you have been diagnosed with the flu and develop shortness of breath or severe fatigue, call your healthcare provider or go to an emergency room.
If you are experiencing a fever, cough, or shortness of breath, visit your healthcare provider immediately.
Get your yearly flu shot to prevent complications.
2019-nCoV Coronavirus
The CDC considers the 2019-nCoV coronavirus a serious but not immediate health risk to the general American public. This coronavirus is a new virus for humans and was first identified in China. As of January 27, 2020, there are five confirmed cases in the United States in Washington state, Illinois, Arizona, and California.
There are no confirmed cases in Maryland or within the UMBC community reported by the State of Maryland or the Baltimore County Health Department. If this situation changes, we are committed to keeping the UMBC community informed. For the latest updates on campus efforts and information, please visit uhs.umbc.edu/resources/coronavirus.
Individuals visiting UHS are being screened during their appointment for recent international travel. Those who have traveled from China to the U.S. will be asked questions about their health and travel history. We advise you to seek medical care and alert a healthcare provider if you have traveled to Wuhan City within the past 14 days and are experiencing a fever with or without respiratory symptoms.
For more information about the 2019-nCoV coronavirus, click here. As we all come together to begin the semester, please remember to take the following steps to prevent the spread of cold and flu as well as to reduce the risk of the 2019-nCoV coronavirus:
- Wash your hands frequently and/or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizing stations are located around campus.
- Avoid contact with those who are ill, if possible.
- Clean high-touch surfaces in your room and/or office with antibacterial cleaner (bleach wipes are very good).
- Cough into your sleeve or a tissue, not directly into your hands, and wash your hands immediately.
- Avoid touching your face both when you are ill and when healthy. This spreads germs!
- Avoid sharing food, utensils, cups, and water bottles.
- It may still be helpful to get a flu shot. UHS provided more than 700 flu shots this season and while we do not have any more shots, vaccines may be available at local pharmacies or from your primary care doctor.
UHS is here to answer any questions you may have. Please feel free to contact us at (410) 455-2542 for more information.
Be well!
Bruce Herman, Ph.D.
Director, University Health Services and Counseling Center
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Counseling Center and UHS Joint Retreat
Counseling Center and UHS Closed on January 23, 2020
Due to
a scheduled departmental retreat The UMBC Counseling Center and University
Health Services will close on Thursday January 23, 2020. The Counseling Center and
University Health Services will reopen on Friday, January 24, 2020 at 8:30 am.
In case of an emergency on January 23, 2020
please contact University police at 410-455-5555.
If you
have any questions please feel free to contact Dr. Bruce Herman, Director, at
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UHS Receives Three-Year Extension on AAAHC Accreditation
University Health Services (UHS) has received a three-year extension (the most you can get) on its accreditation with the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). The extension is the result of leadership provided by Bruce Herman, Sandy Riggs, Samantha Smith, Je'Nae Parker, Cheryl Benitez, Marie Holmes, Rose Gore, Nettie Jackson, Vid Madrid, Dot Meile, Melissa Paterakis Lundberg, Toni Boyajian, Yu She, Andrea Thornton, Cindy Vogelpohl, Stephanie Turner, and Gladies Barrozo.
Associate Vice President of Student Affairs Kim Leisey says, “The accreditation process took many hours of preparation, meetings, and documentation, and all of the hard work by UHS’ staff paid off. They are an excellent team of care providers and promoters of health, and we are all so appreciative of everything they do to take good care of the UMBC community.”
“AAAHC accreditation provides support to improve the quality of care we provide and challenges us to continually evaluate and improve our processes,” says Director of Health and Counseling Bruce Herman. “This accreditation required the entire team and everyone was involved, but Sandy Riggs, our associate director, has been the heavy lifter and provided tremendous leadership in the process.”
Please congratulate these colleagues when you see them!
Learn more about UHS.
Read more about health and wellness at UMBC in UMBC Magazine.
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Apply to Assist with the 2020 Census
Earn extra income by supporting your community.
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting for a variety of temporary jobs, including census takers, recruiting assistants, office staff, and supervisory staff, to assist with the 2020 Census. Temporary jobs with the 2020 Census offer flexible hours and competitive wages with weekly pay (including training) and reimbursement for authorized expenses. To apply, you must be at least 18 years old, have a valid Social Security number, and be a U.S. citizen. Click here for more information, including the application link.
The 2020 Census provides critical data that lawmakers, business owners, teachers, and many others use to provide daily services, products, political representation, and support for you and your community. College students, especially those who come from diverse socioeconomic and demographic backgrounds or who are first-generation students, have a significant potential to be impacted by the resources the Census will provide. Invitations to participate in the 2020 Census will be sent out on April 1, 2020. For more information about how to participate in the 2020 Census, visit this website and stay tuned for more updates from the Center for Democracy and Civic Life's myUMBC page.
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