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As a result of the existence of H1N1 pandemic influenza in the; U. A1 i; z. C0 O
community, Dr Carl Amrhein, Provost and Vice-President Academic has
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# I! [5 G5 t* J6 i(i.e., a doctor's note) is not required for student absences due to
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It is important that students regularly consult the University's H1N1. v* x# l: _" M
website ( www.h1n1.ualberta.ca ) for the most current information. ^; C! h% n" r+ D- B0 p' b; _
available, including signs and symptoms of influenza and what you should7 W" x1 Z6 d; a8 [8 a
do in the event that you find yourself ill. ]! t7 @1 i" [% p6 i
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Please see Calendar section 23.4(3) regarding Missed Term Work and. e) j4 k+ Z) \" G( |5 A0 B' ?( j' k" B
23.5.6 regarding Absence from Exams for information on absences. This H9 z! { k8 c; D5 P
temporary relief from providing medical documentation only applies in
j. j x* K) C9 d- Othe case of absences due to flu-like symptoms.( r1 _1 h% B6 j+ B5 Y
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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 close
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doorknobs and can spread when people touch contaminated surfaces and8 ^' X5 G: Z) F. m$ d N
then unknowingly transfer the virus to their eyes, nose or mouth.
8 \. m7 ^, f7 M7 } APracticing 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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This temporary action is being taken at this time in order to help
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whole. You will receive a further communications once normal practices! U8 M' n! |$ l7 o
resume. Wishing you a healthy academic year!: \! |, E7 Z, i
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Gerry Kendal
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Gerry Kendal | Vice Provost and University Registrar | University of
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