Health & Wellness

Promoting wellness of the body, mind, and spirit.

Cold & Flu

Preparedness and Treatment Tips

Worried about getting the flu, H1N1, or a cold this season? Follow some basic guidlines to help you avoid the drag of getting sick and missing school or work.

Self Care Treatment Tips

Do what you can at home to help relieve your symptoms.

H1/N1 Influenza Updates

Get the most up to date information about H1N1/Influenza for the NMSU community area.

Important Flu Vaccine Update October 8th, 2009:
Vaccine Memo (English) | Nota de la Vacuna (Español)

Typical Flu Symptoms (Seasonal & H1N1)

Fever (greater than 100.4º F), cough, sore throat, runny/stuffy nose, body aches, headaches, chills, vomiting and diarrhea.

Prevention

• Stay informed, visit the CDC website at www.cdc.gov or the NMSU Health & Wellness website at wellness.nmsu.edu
• Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures www.flu.gov
• Get vaccinated if flu vaccine is available.  Regular seasonal flu vaccination should be available by early October.  H1N1 vaccination should be available to certain groups at higher risk for complications from the flu.  Availability should begin sometime during the fall semester.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough/sneeze and dispose of in waste basket.
• Wash you hands often with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand cleaner.
• Avoid close contact with sick people.

Recommended vaccination groups include:

• Pregnant women
• People who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age
• Healthcare and emergency medical services personnel
• People between the ages of 6 months and 24 years, and
• People ages 25-64 years of age who have chronic health conditions (such as asthma, heart disease, or diabetes) or compromised immune systems