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All Students:
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; X1 u! \( r. K3 VAs a result of the existence of H1N1 pandemic influenza in the
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approved that effective immediately, supporting medical documentation. _( C& B, a# y" @. j
(i.e., a doctor's note) is not required for student absences due to7 |9 H3 H' R0 n9 ^; X
Influenza Like Illness (ILI).
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It is important that students regularly consult the University's H1N1- ~+ e+ L2 S4 o( L% @
website ( www.h1n1.ualberta.ca ) for the most current information
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Please see Calendar section 23.4(3) regarding Missed Term Work and- Y. W1 Z; ]8 ^; H% r9 x
23.5.6 regarding Absence from Exams for information on absences. This
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In 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 close1 |$ D8 g3 r' `% N
contact. The virus also rests on hard surfaces such as counters and" _7 M, d! J. G1 Q
doorknobs and can spread when people touch contaminated surfaces and
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Practicing good preventive hygiene (e.g., wash your hands and cover your
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Health and Wellness will greatly assist in minimizing the chance of
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protect the health of students and the larger university community as a
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3 f5 h# t$ E: ^" eGerry Kendal
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Gerry Kendal | Vice Provost and University Registrar | University of
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