Update - H1N1 (Swine Flu)

Contact: Haley Miller (336) 370-3200
Created: 4/30/2009 6:14:42 PM

Guilford County Schools is working closely with the Guilford County Department of Public Health to monitor H1N1, previously known as swine flu, locally and nationally. At this time, there are no confirmed cases in Guilford County Schools, but North Carolina does have two “probable” cases (not in Guilford County).

School nurses are monitoring schools for signs of illness among staff and students. Also, the district is encouraging everyone to practice good hygiene.

If you or a child is sick with flu-like symptoms, see a school nurse or other healthcare provider and stay at home. Symptoms of H1N1 are similar to those of regular influenza (flu) and can include fever, cough, sore throat, chills, fatigue and body aches. Gastrointestinal symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea can be present as well.

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http://www.gcsnc.com/parents/h1n1.htm

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