We want to assure you that we continue to monitor information from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the health department each day regarding the H1N1 influenza. Most of the reported cases of this virus in the United States have been relatively mild. Although there have been no reported cases at our school, please keep your child home if he or she exhibits any flu-like symptoms and contact us immediately. The following is information from the CDC on how to help prevent the spread of germs:
1.Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick.
2.Stay home when you are sick. If possible, stay home from work, school, and running errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.
3. Cover your mouth and nose. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.
4.Clean your hands. Washing your hands often will protect you from getting sick. WE HAVE PLACED HAND SANITIZER PUMPS IN ALL CLASSROOMS.
5.Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.
6.Practice other good health habits. Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.
7.Contact your family doctor if you have flu-like symptoms and if you have any questions.
For more information about the swine influenza, please visit the following website:http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/
Ken West
Head of School