Eric Cohen Student Health Services

Flu Update

When to Seek Help

Generally, people with the flu (the new H1N1 flu, as well as seasonal flu) can manage recovery at home with little or no medical attention. However, certain people are at higher risk of serious flu-related complications.

Risk groups

These individuals should consult with their health care providers with the onset of flu-like symptoms, or following recent close contact with someone who has the flu:

people of any age with certain chronic medical conditions, including:
– asthma
– diabetes
– immune-suppression
– heart, lung, liver, or kidney disease
pregnant women
adults 65 years and older
children younger than five years old

More serious symptoms: a warning sign

People who have the flu and develop any of the following symptoms should call a health care provider without delay for medical advice or attention.

difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
sudden dizziness
confusion or change in level of consciousness
severe or persistent vomiting
severe sore throat, accompanied by swollen glands in your neck
flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough
unidentified rash
fever of over 101 degrees lasting for more than three days

Call the Eric Cohen Student Health Center

Any student with concerns about their health, symptoms, or ability to care for themselves can CALL ECSHC ANY TIME DAY OR NIGHT: 323-442-5631

Flu Update

When to Seek Help

Risk groups

More serious symptoms: a warning sign

Call the Eric Cohen Student Health Center

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