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As a result of the existence of H1N1 pandemic influenza in the/ j% w) p0 p% W0 B( Y2 C/ g
community, Dr Carl Amrhein, Provost and Vice-President Academic has! S1 h) _- d0 f
approved that effective immediately, supporting medical documentation
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It is important that students regularly consult the University's H1N1& {4 s8 a7 T z2 r8 J: G) L
website ( www.h1n1.ualberta.ca ) for the most current information$ U* ^3 v) j1 f% G' X& M) s5 Z& u
available, including signs and symptoms of influenza and what you should
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Please see Calendar section 23.4(3) regarding Missed Term Work and
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temporary relief from providing medical documentation only applies in
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In this and any flu season, it is important to take responsibility for
t2 `+ Z: q& g# l7 V" k4 ^" Kyour own health. Alberta Health and Wellness points out that the
2 M. e5 {! r% o7 {9 `influenza virus is contagious and is spread person to person via close) k' F. j# ~1 C1 ^! ^/ q
contact. The virus also rests on hard surfaces such as counters and
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then unknowingly transfer the virus to their eyes, nose or mouth.' X" q( p! V3 ~7 H
Practicing good preventive hygiene (e.g., wash your hands and cover your
+ x4 ?* D5 ]0 G0 icough) and following the self-care practices as outlined by Alberta
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protect the health of students and the larger university community as a+ }5 ^1 v9 q) y: T3 f- Y
whole. You will receive a further communications once normal practices8 t7 Y# Z x. G& K: z
resume. Wishing you a healthy academic year!8 I* B( C" ] {9 S# _4 b$ G: g
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Gerry Kendal | Vice Provost and University Registrar | University of) L% l& Y4 O) }1 d* e: x' r
Alberta | Edmonton Alberta Canada
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