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As a result of the existence of H1N1 pandemic influenza in the5 \# c" v# q/ v: j! ?# [
community, Dr Carl Amrhein, Provost and Vice-President Academic has
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(i.e., a doctor's note) is not required for student absences due to/ D# \2 J' Z( P1 t. j! ^
Influenza Like Illness (ILI).3 g8 c8 S5 G# {* i) r6 x( _* b
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It is important that students regularly consult the University's H1N1
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do in the event that you find yourself ill.5 x1 o% x) g' r1 O- Y2 `3 \5 o
! l7 ]7 N& g0 E* O1 m) |) F/ g0 ~, {1 OPlease see Calendar section 23.4(3) regarding Missed Term Work and
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temporary relief from providing medical documentation only applies in3 |& @2 g2 S; c, r# Z$ h4 P
the case of absences due to flu-like symptoms./ C* h1 E- K9 `
% m# U+ q H3 @$ LIn this and any flu season, it is important to take responsibility for
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doorknobs and can spread when people touch contaminated surfaces and5 C' a( @* o y; B. ]' c6 |
then unknowingly transfer the virus to their eyes, nose or mouth.' [) J9 [5 x6 J# H
Practicing good preventive hygiene (e.g., wash your hands and cover your& N& v; L! b3 b+ u+ T
cough) and following the self-care practices as outlined by Alberta
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infection.
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This temporary action is being taken at this time in order to help
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resume. Wishing you a healthy academic year!
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% s4 j' g* s" |' [Gerry Kendal
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Gerry Kendal | Vice Provost and University Registrar | University of
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201 Administration Building| phone: 780.492.3723 | fax: 780.492.7172/ t) l7 F$ u$ b
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