Last Updated: November 20, 2009

H1N1 Influenza (Swine Flu) Information

Stanford University is taking steps to reduce the incidence of H1N1 (Swine) Flu among students, faculty and staff. Currently, H1N1 flu is no more severe than the seasonal flu. As a result, we are providing medical care for those who need it; encouraging students to self-isolate in the case of illness by avoiding class and events until they are well; asking faculty and staff to stay home if they are ill; and educating the community about how to avoid infection and stay healthy.

Latest Updates

CURRENT STATUS: Vaden Health Center received and distributed its first allotment of H1N1 vaccine to the highest-risk students and student spouses or domestic partners of students. As more supplies become available, the university will expand the criteria for eligible students and their spouses or domestic partners. For information on getting an H1N1 vaccination through a Santa Clara County clinic, see the Public Health Department's website.

The cases of H1N1 influenza among Stanford students appear to have been declining from a higher level last month, based on the number of requests from ill students needing in-room meal services.

 

10/12/09

09/28/09

Update to parents from Ira Friedman, Director of Vaden Health Center

Vaden memos to students: Undergraduates | Graduates
09/23/09 H1N1 flu concerns spur Stanford officials to cancel Full Moon on the Quad
09/17/09 Provost memo to Stanford staff
09/14/09

Provost memo to Stanford faculty

Letter to parents from Ira Friedman, Director of Vaden Health Center

Stanford prepares for H1N1 flu

Archive of past updates

Seasonal Flu Shots

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Faculty, staff, retirees and their spouses/domestic partners, as well as students and their spouses/domestic partners, may receive seasonal vaccine at one of Vaden’s regular flu clinics, which will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. on Nov. 30, Dec. 7 and Dec.14. The vaccinations are free for faculty, staff, retirees and students and cost $24 for spouses and domestic partners.

Please note that these shots immunize against seasonal flu and not H1N1. 

If you are ill

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  • If you are experiencing a fever of 100 degrees F (37.8 C) and a cough or sore throat, you may have the flu.
  • Most cases of flu today are likely due to H1N1 (or swine flu).
  • Faculty and staff who experience symptoms are asked to stay home and avoid work until at least 24 hours after you are free of fever or signs of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications. (See policy)
  • Students should self-isolate in their room and avoid attending classes or events.
  • Sick people should remain isolated and avoid contact with others for 24 hours after their fever has gone away without the use of fever-reducing medication (anything that contains ibuprofen or acetaminophen.)
  • Seek medical attention if you are having difficulty breathing or are getting worse. Students should contact Vaden Health Center at 650-498-2336. Faculty and staff should contact their primary care physician.
  • Seek medical attention if you are at higher risk: children under five, pregnant women, people with chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease or people over 65.

For more information, visit our FAQ.