Stay Healthy: Flu and Norovirus Prevention

Take precautions to stay health this semester

Flu (influenza) is a contagious respiratory illness causing fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, and fatigue. This season, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports 11+ million illnesses, 120,000 hospitalizations, and 5,000 deaths nationwide.

Norovirus causes sudden vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps. It results in 19-21 million U.S. illnesses, 109,000 hospitalizations, and ~900 deaths annually, according to the CDC.

Local wastewater surveillance in Modesto and Turlock shows ongoing norovirus activity, helping track community spread. 

What can students do to stay healthy this season?

• Wash hands with soap and water
• Cover coughs
• Disinfect Surfaces
• Stay home if sick until symptom-free for 24 hours

Additional informational and treatment resources are available to students and community members:

• MJC Health Services
  • Free flu shots for students
• Stanislaus County Health Services Agency Flu Info & Clinics

Take these precautions to keep yourself and the campus healthy this season!