Colds and Flu (Influenza) Resources

On Campus

Health Services
www.umassd.edu/studentaffairs/health
508.999.8982

Health Services sponsors a flu vaccine clinic each fall. An announcement about the clinic is sent to the university community through UMD Announce.

Online

HealthyLife® Students' Self-Care Guide & Student Health 101® Annual Health Guide

These guides are not meant to substitute for expert medical advice or treatment. The information is given to help you make informed choices about your health. Follow your health care provider's advice if it differs from what is given in these books.

What You Should Know About the Flu
(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
www.cdc.gov/flu

Cold & Flu Center
(WebMD)
www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/

Common Cold 
(Mayo Clinic)
www.mayoclinic.com/health/common-cold/DS00056I

Influenza (Flu)
(Mayo Clinic)
www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/flu-guide/default.htm

Related Links

Handwashing Information
(Massachusetts Department of Public Health)
Handwashing is one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect yourself from many infectious diseases.
www.mass.gov/dph/cdc/handwashing/hw.htm