As you may know, the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) and other global health organizations are expecting widespread illness resulting from the spread of the H1N1 influenza virus (also known as swine flu) during the coming flu season. According to the CDC, students of traditional college age (18-24 years old) have been identified as a group particularly vulnerable for susceptibility to the H1N1 virus. At this time, however, it is sensible to prepare for the pandemic flu’s effect at Loyola University New Orleans.

In particular, it is important that we do everything we can to limit the impact and spread of the flu on the health and well-being of our community. We encourage you to consider the following issues.
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