As there is a strong likelihood of a flu pandemic at some stage during the next academic year, you are advised to bring the following emergency pack when returning into residence:

 Thermometer
 Anti-bacterial wipes
 Tissues
 Paracetamol

You may also wish to bring back a few additional supplies such as Cup-a-Soups, Pot Noodles and small packs of juices so that you have some easy to make nourishment should you fall ill.

Please do not come back into College at the start of term if you are already suffering from flu.  Stay at home and if you know your arrival is going to be delayed beyond the start of term contact the Senior Tutor as soon as possible Tel 01865 277948 or email senior.tutor@wadh.ox.ac.uk.

STEPS TO TAKE TO PREVENT CROSS INFECTION:

• Wash your hands frequently with soap and water.
• Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing.
• Use a tissue if possible.  Wash hands afterwards.   
• Dispose of tissues promptly and carefully.
• Don’t share unwashed cutlery or cups.
• Wipe shared surfaces such as door handles, telephones, computer keyboards, kitchen work tops etc.
• Avoid non-essential travel and large group gatherings.
• Be aware that the intake of excessive alcohol/smoke can have a detrimental effect on the immune system.

RECOGNISING THE SYMPTOMS OF SWINE FLU:

Symptoms may include: a high temperature, cough, aching limbs/joints, headaches, sore throat, stomach upset, loss of appetite and generally feeling unwell.
 

WHAT TO DO IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE SWINE FLU:

• Minimise contact with others and stay in your room.

• Contact NHS Direct: 0800 1 513 513.  They will be able to tell you over the telephone if you have swine flu; the diagnosis will be based from your symptoms.  Please note that laboratory testing is no longer being carried out.  Do not go into your GPs surgery or to hospital, as you may spread the disease to others.

• You may also wish to use the following websites for advice:

University’s pandemic flu website: www.ox.ac.uk/flu
University’s pandemic flu information line: 0800 1 383 600

• You may also wish to use the following public websites and information health advice information:

• If you are unwell please complete  the Wadham Flu Pandemic reporting form found here if you are a student.

This will enable the Senior Tutor to inform your tutors of your illness and for the Domestic Bursar (77963) to notify the appropriate staff to provide catering (where this is feasible).
If you are a Tutorial Fellow please contact the Senior Tutor.  Domestic staff should inform the Lodge.  Other admin staff should contact their Head of Department.

Please note that you can also use this form to report on another Wadham students illness and/or are invited to get in direct contact with the Senior Tutor, Domestic Bursar or College Nurse.

IF YOUR SYMPTOMS GET WORSE:
High temperature remaining for more than 4 days  
Difficulty with breathing
Coughing up blood
Drowsiness or confusion
Contact the College GP on 01865 240501 or the College Nurse on 01865 (2)77955.