The nation and the State of Minnesota are experiencing an increasing number of flu, COVID-19, and RSV cases. The flu and COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective at protecting you against the severe consequences of influenza and COVID-19, respectively. Consider staying up-to-date on flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. As we are confined to indoor spaces, please take the following precautions to make yourself and our university community safer:
- Wash your hands often. Use soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. Always wash your hands after sneezing, coughing, or using the bathroom, and before eating.
- Practice respiratory etiquette. Be sure to cough or sneeze into a tissue or your elbow. Throw the tissues away and wash your hands immediately.
- Avoid close contact with those confirmed or suspected of having the flu, COVID-19, or RSV, especially in crowded indoor spaces. Consider wearing a mask in such places.
- Most importantly, stay home and away from others when you are sick to prevent transmitting respiratory viruses that lead to the flu, COVID-19, and RSV. Remember, you may not know what staff member, faculty member, or student is immuno-compromised. You could be jeopardizing their health as well as your own.
