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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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approved that effective immediately, supporting medical documentation
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& @1 ^2 \8 S6 q7 R( pInfluenza Like Illness (ILI).. a: t+ P- ~, q4 `! ~. T! K* E9 J
7 F7 f4 n+ `5 @8 tIt is important that students regularly consult the University's H1N15 a4 Z: ^9 d- W8 @+ P
website ( www.h1n1.ualberta.ca ) for the most current information8 f$ m) d6 W% k+ }( W0 A) K5 F2 C
available, including signs and symptoms of influenza and what you should1 X" x6 `( a; \8 Q2 q" v
do in the event that you find yourself ill./ B/ p6 L7 V* W/ s/ ?0 A8 z* u5 H% ?
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Please see Calendar section 23.4(3) regarding Missed Term Work and( h! T* n+ w& X
23.5.6 regarding Absence from Exams for information on absences. This
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the case of absences due to flu-like symptoms.
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# k% w! t8 H. C! ^2 DIn this and any flu season, it is important to take responsibility for
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influenza virus is contagious and is spread person to person via close
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doorknobs and can spread when people touch contaminated surfaces and
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0 [+ r* @& S3 t) KPracticing good preventive hygiene (e.g., wash your hands and cover your
4 L1 |% T& h9 \0 ]# I) q5 c0 bcough) and following the self-care practices as outlined by Alberta
3 R# A) I! @& U7 C- `Health and Wellness will greatly assist in minimizing the chance of
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This temporary action is being taken at this time in order to help
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1 K6 E9 H ]% b7 rresume. Wishing you a healthy academic year!
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Gerry Kendal
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Gerry Kendal | Vice Provost and University Registrar | University of
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