Influenza is characterized by strong systemic symptoms such as sudden high fever, headache, joint pain, and muscle pain, and symptoms such as sore throat, nasal discharge, and cough are also seen. It is also characterized by bronchitis, pneumonia, etc., which can cause severe illness.
　Influenza varies depending on the year, but the number of patients usually increase between November and December and increases between January and March of the following year. Let's prevent infection by focusing on the following points.

Prevent influenza

1. Let's get a vaccination before the flu season.
2. Be sure to gargle and wash your hands when you return from home or before meals.
3. Take a well-balanced diet and adequate rest to avoid fatigue.
4. Keep the room humidity at 50-60%.
5. Avoid crowds and going out to downtown areas, and wear a mask when you go out.

※Gargle and hand washing are effective not only for influenza.
※The disinfectant solution is to be sterilized when vaporizes, so rub it firmly into your hands and dry naturally. (If you wipe your hands with a handkerchief or towel, you will not get enough effect.)
※Disinfectants are installed in each building of the university, so please use it.

If you have the flu

1. Replenish enough water (tea, juice, soup, etc.)
2. Let's rest and take a good rest. Visit a medical institution as soon as possible to receive treatment and take a break from school or workplace.
3. Wear a mask and refrain from going out so that you don't pass on.
4. Use the medicine properly according to the instructions of your doctor or pharmacist. If you feel something wrong with using medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible.

Cough etiquette

1. When coughing or sneezing, hold your mouth and nose with a handkerchief or tissue, turn your face away from other people and stay at least 1m.
2. If coughs occur, wear a mask to keep people around you. Also, encourage those who are coughing to wear a mask.

Others

1. If cold-like symptoms (coughs, sore throat, etc.) persist for a long time, consult a medical institution as soon as possible.
2. Students who have been diagnosed with influenza should contact the Student Support Group by telephone.
   

[Date of publication: 2013.11.14]

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