Health Services

Campus Flu Activity

The Flu is Here
On Tuesday, Jan. 17, Health Services confirmed the first on-campus case of influenza ("the flu") in this year's flu season. At this time there is no evidence of a widespread outbreak on campus, but Health Services will continue to monitor flu activity on campus and provide periodic updates. This is a good opportunity to remind faculty, staff and students to get ready for the cold and flu season by getting a flu shot and observing basic guidelines for health. It is not too late to get an influenza vaccine ("flu shot") this year.

• March 30: Idaho has been upgraded to "Regional"--i.e. more cases.
  No new cases this week in clinic, but with the upgrade as above, we may see some cases as people return from spring break from neighboring states.

Flu shots are available at the Health Center located on the second floor of the Norco Building.
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Wed 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
No appointment necessary.

Vaccine Fees

Students: Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) covers cost of vaccine at 100%. We will bill most other types of insurance and any balances not paid by insurance will be billed to the student. *Discounted pay rate of $20 available for non-insured. Student ID and insurance card required.

Employees: Insurance will be billed. *Discounted pay rate of $20 available for non-insured. Employee ID and insurance card required.

In addition to getting a flu shot, follow these "Be Smart" tips:
B - Be sure to pay attention to the CDC vaccination guidelines for flu.
E - Eat healthy; sleep 7-8 hours; manage stress; engage in regular physical activity.
S - Stay home if you have flu or flu-like illness for at least 24 hours after you no longer have a fever (100 degrees Fahrenheit or 38 degrees Celsius), determined without the use of fever reducing medication.
M - Make sure to wash your hands with warm soapy water for 20-30 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
A - Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
R - Routinely clean surfaces with frequent hand contact with typically-used cleaning agents.
T - Try to cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. If a tissue is not available, use your elbow or shoulder.