H1N1 Flu attacks DLSU-M
De La Salle Univeristy - Manila announces the closure of the campus from June 4 to 14, 2009. There was an exchange student (21 years old) reported to have H1N1 Flu (+), that is why DLSU-M decided to closed the Taft Ave. campus so that the disease will be prevented to spread among the student and to the other people too, and also in able for the students to be quarantine for 10 days so that they will be able to know if they are positive to H1N1 Flu, since this disease can be easily transmitted from person to person.
The case is a female foreign student who arrived in the country on May 12. DOH confirmed today, June 3, that the student contracted the virus.
The student has been admitted in a healthcare facility and is being closely monitored by medical practitioners.
DLSU officials have met with DOH Secretary Dr. Francisco T. Duque III and are closely coordinating with other Department of Health key personnel regarding the case.
Prior to the incident, the University has instituted campus-wide precautionary measures such as information dissemination regarding the Influenza A H1N1 virus.
During the closure period, the Academic Community is advised to monitor flu-like symptoms, to stay away from crowds, and to practice good hygiene. If symptoms appear, the person should immediately seek medical attention. They should also inform the University Clinic of their condition by sending their full name and ID number through email at clinic@dlsu.edu.ph.
The community is also advised to regularly check the DLSU website at www.dlsu.edu.ph/Influenza_bulletin for updates and developments on the issue, and announcements on the rescheduling of University events and activities, etc. For inquiries, the Marketing Communication Office may be reached at 526-5913 during office hours.
(http://www.dlsu.edu.ph/offices/mds/bulletin/influenza/memo-20090603.asp)
