This website provides up-to-date information for Northwestern Health Science University students, faculty and staff about the H1N1 Novel Influenza Virus and the University’s plans and responses.

Northwestern Health Sciences University has been actively engaged in emergency preparedness for a number of years. There are plans and procedures in place to ensure an effective response to the H1N1 Novel Influenza Virus, particularly if the situation changes over time.

Although there are no specific H1N1 Novel Influenza Virus response actions required at this time, there are a few things you can do right now:

• Review your own state of personal preparedness for any health emergency.
• Stay informed about the swine flu situation as it emerges. Here are a number of helpful links to keep you informed:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
World Health Organization (WHO)
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
Northwestern Today
Higher Education H1N1 Novel Influenza Virus Google Map

The University’s emergency preparedness team is monitoring the situation, and we remain committed to updating you with any new information as it emerges.