Information for Higher Education
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that schools should keep in mind the potential mobility, size and diversity of its students and staff, location and physical parameters, as well as the healthcare services that exist on campus when making health situation decisions for the campus community. Schools should be mindful of keeping a balance between the welfare of the students and staff, and minimizing educational and social disruption.
The CDC recommendations include strategies for two scenarios
- flu outbreak severity similar to Spring/Summer 2009, and
- additional suggestions if H1N1 increases in severity.
Decision-Makers and Stakeholders
Be sure all the right people are involved in the decision process, including the following:
- Local and state health, education, and homeland security agencies
- Campus health services and mental health services
- Campus emergency managers and security staff
- Student affairs and residential life staff
- Communications staff
- Physical plant staff
- Food services staff
- Students
- Faculty
- Community representatives
- Students' families
- Where and When are Vaccines Available? Check here to find when the novel H1N1 vaccine is ready in your area, and where you can go to get one.
- Should You Consider Vaccination? All Pennsylvanians are encouraged to get the H1N1 vaccine, particularly those in one of the groups most at risk for getting the virus or suffering complications.
- 5 Ways to Protect Yourself Staying healthy is simpler than you think. Some everyday prevention techniques and good hygiene can keep you and your family well this flu season.
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National H1N1 Information
For most recent national H1N1 information visit,
