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As a result of the existence of H1N1 pandemic influenza in the
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approved that effective immediately, supporting medical documentation
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2 I' c }7 c/ @ HInfluenza Like Illness (ILI).
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1 ?3 b' l2 F1 ]/ h, s) qIt is important that students regularly consult the University's H1N1
( O) ]4 E1 ]/ L9 c- t k- vwebsite ( www.h1n1.ualberta.ca ) for the most current information
. u( D( o# d, c: T b& iavailable, 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 and4 c( n6 q) q+ d
23.5.6 regarding Absence from Exams for information on absences. This( t. X4 w2 F n1 R
temporary relief from providing medical documentation only applies in
- _- S2 M5 N. c2 W' F+ ythe case of absences due to flu-like symptoms.$ W* @9 x' Y0 P
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In this and any flu season, it is important to take responsibility for
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+ Z9 P( y9 y& Rinfluenza virus is contagious and is spread person to person via close
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doorknobs and can spread when people touch contaminated surfaces and+ I7 t& \/ C0 P3 T5 m# G' Y
then unknowingly transfer the virus to their eyes, nose or mouth.
* X) Y9 @# D" N( U, T% G. aPracticing good preventive hygiene (e.g., wash your hands and cover your% H% l& r' I! f5 D; O$ m7 f0 M
cough) and following the self-care practices as outlined by Alberta L) ~3 B2 C$ @
Health and Wellness will greatly assist in minimizing the chance of1 d. Z" @% v- |! K C
infection.( N2 Z& v8 S, i
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This temporary action is being taken at this time in order to help
3 Y& H$ s4 H) e% Hprotect the health of students and the larger university community as a
4 J! r) h/ a) n" w1 L2 Kwhole. You will receive a further communications once normal practices
3 _) @8 ~7 U% Q7 s/ Wresume. Wishing you a healthy academic year!4 f, e* ?3 J! @1 b0 z+ j) @: o
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Gerry Kendal
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Gerry Kendal | Vice Provost and University Registrar | University of
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