H1N1 Flu Vaccine Availability Update

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

A small amount of injectable H1N1 vaccine is still available for students, faculty and staff who are in the priority groups established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Injectable vaccines will be given Friday, November 20, and Monday, November 23.

The H1N1 nasal spray vaccine is still available to students, faculty and staff. Nasal spray vaccines will be given Thursday, November 19, and Monday, November 23. Nasal spray vaccine is not appropriate for everyone. Click on the link below for details on these clinics.

H1N1 (Swine) Flu Information for the UCF Community

Influenza activity continues to remain higher than expected for this time of year; the novel H1N1 influenza virus, or "swine flu", continues to circulate in the Central Florida community. Nearly 100% of the influenza viruses being detected are novel H1N1 viruses; the average age of H1N1 patients continues to be 20 years. Students can contact Health Services at 407-823-2701 to set up an appointment or if they have questions. They also can visit the Health Services Website.

For more information on the swine flu, visit the Florida Department of Health Website, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Website or the World Health Organization Website. The Florida Department of Health has established a toll-free number 877-352-3581 to provide public health information and updates on the H1N1 flu. The line is staffed from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m seven days a week, and the information is available in English, Spanish, and Creole.

YouTube video featuring UCF’s “5th Guy”

How to protect yourself and others from contracting the H1N1 flu virus (2009)

Message to Parents

We would like to update you about H1N1 influenza and our diligent efforts to help our students stay healthy. UCF’s Health Services provides quality outpatient clinical care and supports the health of students, faculty and staff.

Message to Students

UCF Health Services welcomes you to campus for the fall semester. Our professional health care workers are dedicated to helping you stay healthy so you can succeed in your classes and enjoy your UCF experience. The H1N1 virus, also known as the swine flu, will be a health challenge for UCF and our country this fall. Staff and faculty members are doing everything we can.