Le Moyne College

Seton Hall
445-4440
Office Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Doctor's Hours:
By appointment only
Monday and Thursday 3:00 - 3:45
Wednesday 1:30 - 3:30
Physician Assistant Hours:
Monday and Thursday 8:45 -1:15
Tuesday Noon to 2:00
Wednesday 10:00 -2:00
Friday 9:00 - 2:00

Flu, Viral Illnesses and Colds

Online Self Reporting Form for H1N1 Cases

Flu-like illnesses come on suddenly with fever (101),chills, sore throat, body aches, headache, cough and fatigue.  Cold symptoms can be similar but are usually less severe, come on more slowly and are rarely accompanied by fever. We are not testing for the flu (H1N1 or Seasonal) at the health center.  Testing is reserved for the sickest patients usually admitted in hospitals.  We believe you have a viral illness.  All viral illnesses are contagious and you should prevent their spread by following these simple instructions.

TREATMENT:

1. Isolation:  Stay out of the community until you have been fever free (without medication) for 24 hours.   DO NOT GO to classes, cafeterias, libraries, malls, restaurants or workplaces, etc.
2. Wear a Mask to prevent spreading germs to others (Especially when in shared areas, ex. bathrooms)
3. Rest and Hydrate.  Get as much sleep as possible but wake up to medicate and drink at least 1- 8oz glass of  fluids every hour.  Continue to rest for the week following your illness.
4. Pain Relief and Fever Reduction: (DO NOT take ASPIRIN) 
   *Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Addaprin) – Two(2) 200 mg tabs every 6 hours with food (<2400 mg/day)
   *Acetaminophen(Tylenol) – Two(2) 500mg tabs every 4 hours (<4000mg daily)
   ALTERNATING TECHNIQUE: Alternate two Tylenol with two Ibuprofen every four hours.            (Ex. 2 Tylenol at noon, 2 Ibuprofen at 4pm, 2 Tylenol at 8pm, etc.).
5. Cough Medicine with Expectorant (Guaifenesin) and Suppressant (Dextromethorphan) every 4 hours while awake for any cough.
6. Throat Lozenges help soothe a sore throat so you can eat or drink.

 *ANTIVIRALS (Tamiflu/Relenza):  Can be given to the sickest patients or patients with other medical conditions (ex. Diabetes, Asthma, Heart disease and sometimes tobacco use).  They do not cure viral illnesses but decrease symptoms by 24 hours. They need to be started in the first 48 hours.  Like any other medications, anti-virals have potential side effects.

**Antibiotics are not given for flu-like illnesses because they are caused by viruses and not bacteria. Antibiotics are not effective against viruses.

TO AVOID GETTING SICK:

• WASH YOUR HANDS! WASH YOUR HANDS! WASH YOUR HANDS!
• Use hand sanitizer if soap and water are unavailable (ex. In your car)
• Maintain social distance (10ft).  Avoid coughs, sneezes, and handshakes.
• Avoid sharing food, keep your nails cut/clean, avoid touching your face.
• Eat Healthy Food, Drink Plenty of Water, Get Rest, Reduce Stress, Avoid alcohol/tobacco

 

SEEK MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR THE FOLLOWING:

1. If you have any underlying conditions (Asthma, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Smoker)
2. Listed symptoms with a rash and/or severe headache
3. FEVER not controlled by medications or lasting more than 72 hours
4. Severe Sore Throat
5. Trouble Breathing or Shortness of breath/Blue Lips or Nail Beds (not from blue drinks)
6. Inability to eat or drink or any signs of dehydration
7. Persistent Vomiting/Diarrhea
8. If you are Scared or Uncertain
9. If you start to recover but then symptoms return or worsen (Ex. worsening cough and fever)

The mission of the Student Health Services at Le Moyne College is to foster and maintain the good health of the students, to treat illnesses and injuries, and to educate students in preventative measures for a lifetime of optimal health.

Any student in need of health care is encouraged to use the Student Health Services on a walk-in basis. We also take appointments. We suggest that students visit the health center not only when they are ill or injured, but also when they have questions or concerns about any health issue.

Information will be given in a confidential and nonjudgmental manner. The Student Health Office maintains student records in confidential manner. The staff does not routinely notify parents about students' medical care except in life-threatening situations.