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All Students:
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As a result of the existence of H1N1 pandemic influenza in the
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?5 B/ Y" B; e3 Zapproved that effective immediately, supporting medical documentation
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It is important that students regularly consult the University's H1N16 Y9 s a% ^5 y$ |5 X9 i) [3 m
website ( www.h1n1.ualberta.ca ) for the most current information: ?- |- W8 p1 f3 r9 o7 B/ r: v
available, including signs and symptoms of influenza and what you should
2 I3 h% a' r. T( r! Y1 C9 G, ndo in the event that you find yourself ill.# F% x9 j, l$ j$ b: ]+ S# l
6 w* w4 w, Y: z) ]! u) V/ }, N1 ~Please see Calendar section 23.4(3) regarding Missed Term Work and
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temporary relief from providing medical documentation only applies in
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5 q4 T1 W& K5 A2 R' W7 b$ o/ @In this and any flu season, it is important to take responsibility for
5 C U5 _" |$ V: f8 b8 p$ X' iyour own health. Alberta Health and Wellness points out that the
9 _6 I6 u; |& S4 Y! C' }influenza virus is contagious and is spread person to person via close- c- ~4 q" v9 I; o
contact. The virus also rests on hard surfaces such as counters and
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then unknowingly transfer the virus to their eyes, nose or mouth.. y. l& S. y4 Q I5 n1 g
Practicing good preventive hygiene (e.g., wash your hands and cover your
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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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; c! M* D! U! a8 F' z# QGerry Kendal
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Gerry Kendal | Vice Provost and University Registrar | University of+ D) u: v4 A3 N% t$ M$ H* Z
Alberta | Edmonton Alberta Canada
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