Be a Flu Fighter: Take the shot, knock out the flu A yearly seasonal flu vaccination is the best way to prevent the flu. Each year in the United States, on average, more than 200,000 people are hospitalized and 36,000 people die from seasonal flu complications. The flu will slow you down and force you to miss work, class, and your favorite daily activities, and no one has time for that. UND Student Health Services will be offering flu shot clinics across campus for your convenience. Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinic Schedule UND Students Only Monday, Sept. 21: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - College of Nursing, 1st floor hallway Tuesday, Sept. 22: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - SMHS (Med School), Room 5006 Wednesday, Sept. 23: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Wilkerson, Room 55 Thursday, Sept. 24: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Memorial Union, Student Health Promotion Office UND Students, Faculty and Staff (While Supplies Last) Tuesday, Sept. 29: 9:30 to 11 a.m. - SMHS (Med School), Room 5006 Tuesday, Sept. 29: 12:30 to 2 p.m. - Odegaard, Room 251A Wednesday, Sept. 30: 9 to 11:30 a.m. - Twamley, Room 305 Wednesday, Sept. 30: 1 to 3:30 p.m. - Memorial Union, Student Health Promotion Office Thursday, Oct. 1: 6:30 to 9a.m. - Facilities, Lunch Room Thursday, Oct. 1: 10:30 a.m. to noon - EERC, Hayden Conference Room Flu shots and nasal mist will be available. All participants will be asked to show their UND ID’s. Insurance may be filed on site for those with ND BC/BS coverage who present their insurance cards. The cost will be $30 for those who pay by check or cash. Students may also charge to their UND accounts. Please remember to wear short sleeves. Yearly seasonal flu vaccination will not protect you against Novel H1N1(Swine) flu. The Novel H1N1(Swine) flu vaccine expected in November. Watch for details. Studies show 73% of flu can be prevented by practicing these 5 key habits: 1. Cover Your Cough 2. Clean Your Hands Frequently 3. Avoid Touching Your Eyes, Nose and Mouth 4. Keep Your Distance (3-6 Feet) From Sick People 5. Stay Home When You’re Sick If you have questions, call Student Health Services at 777-4500. -- Abraham Bilyeu, Health Promotion GSA, Student Health Promotions, studenthealthpromotion@mail.und.edu, 777-2097