Each year George Mason University participates in the State Wide Tornado Drill conducted by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management. This year’s drill will be held on Tuesday March 15th, 2011 at 9:45 a.m. Participation in this drill is optional however you are strongly encouraged to participate by:
If you would like additional information or have any questions, please contact David Farris, Director of Emergency Preparedness and Response (dfarris@gmu.edu). Thank you for interest in emergency preparedness.
To all Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
The likelihood of another wave of H1N1 influenza is unknown. But, if more people are vaccinated, the less everyone needs to worry about future waves of the H1N1 disease. Therefore, the CDC still recommends H1N1 vaccination.
Student Health Services will host an H1N1 Vaccination Event. The H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”) will be offered on a walk-in basis to all Mason students, faculty, and staff.
Date: Thursday, Feburary 4, 2010
Time: 1 - 3pm
Location: SUB 1 (Center for Student Success), Patriot Lounge, Fairfax Campus
Cost: Free
Bring: Your Mason ID
More Information: shs.gmu.edu
Everyone should receive this vaccine, except for people with a severe (life-threatening) allergy to eggs.
One of the best ways to protect against the flu is to get vaccinated. Students, faculty, and staff may receive the seasonal influenza vaccine from their primary health care provider or regional flu clinics.
Human Resources and Payroll will offer seasonal flu shots to faculty and staff who are enrolled in COVA Care, COVA HDHP, and Kaiser Permanente. For more information please click HERE.
George Mason University will distribute information about how to receive the H1N1 vaccine when it becomes available. H1N1 Vaccines are expected to be available to high risk groups (e.g. pregnant women, emergency personnel, and health care providers) by mid-November.
Another simple way to prevent contracting or spreading influenza is to exercise good personal hygiene and avoid contact with others if you become ill:
If you begin to exhibit flu like symptoms; fever greater than 100° Fahrenheit, sore throat, stuffy nose, cough, headache, body aches and/or fatigue, you should take Tylenol (acetaminophen), get plenty of rest and drink clear fluids. To prevent spreading H1N1, avoid school, work, and other social settings that will place you in close contact with others. You should remain at home or in your residence hall and limit your contact with others for the duration of your illness and 24-hours after your last symptoms of illness abate. If you experience complications such as chest pain, continuous high fever, dehydration, or confusion, seek medical attention at Student Health Services if you are a student; employees should contact their personal health care provider.
Current residential and non-residential students who exhibit flu symptoms should contact Student Health Services for guidance and evaluation 703-993-2831. For information on Student Health Clinic locations, hours of operations, Student Health Services please visit the Student Health Services website. When Student Health Services is not open, please see after-hours options.
Faculty and staff who exhibit flu symptoms should contact their health care provider, contact their supervisor, and remain at home. Supervisors should report all instances of employee absences due to flu like symptoms to the Human Resources Benefits Administrator 703-993-2600 in order to assist the university in tracking potential cases of H1N1 Influenza. Sick leave must be taken for the duration of the employee's absence. In the event that the Governor declares a Communicable Disease Public Health Emergency, the Public Health Emergency Leave Policy may be partially or fully implemented.
To all Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Student Health Services will administer the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”), while supplies last. Each campus Clinic will offer the vaccine, see details below.
Cost: Free
Bring: Your Mason ID
More Information: shs.gmu.edu
Available while supplies last.
Fairfax Campus
Available during the following times, on a first-come first-serve basis, while supplies last.
Monday from 1pm – 3:30pm
Wednesday from 9am – 11:00am Location: Student Health Services, SUB 1, Room 214, Fairfax Campus
Arlington Campus
Out. Please contact another campus or your local health department (see health department info below).
Last day open, before Winter break, December 10th
Reopen on January 7, 2010
Prince William Campus
Please contact the Prince William Campus Clinic: 703-993-8374
Location: Occoquan Building, Room 229, Prince William Campus
Last day open, before Winter break, December 17th
Reopen on January 19, 2010
People with a severe (life-threatening) allergy to eggs may not receive this vaccine.
Additionally, it is highly recommended that the following groups receive the vaccine:
For more information about 2009 H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”) please visit the CDC website (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu).
Due to the severity of the impending weather storm, all campuses of George Mason University will be closed on Saturday, 12/19. Final exams are delayed until Monday, 12/21 (weather permitting). Exams on Monday, 12/21 will be given at the time and place originally scheduled on 12/19. Students should check their e-mail frequently and follow any specific instructions sent by professors.
Law school students are advised to call the Law School main line at (703) 993-8000 for their opening and closing status.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
University Administration
To all Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Student Health Services will administer the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”), while supplies last. Each campus Clinic will offer the vaccine, see details below.
Cost: Free
Bring: Your Mason ID
More Information: shs.gmu.edu
Available while supplies last.
Fairfax Campus
Available during the following times, on a first-come first-serve basis, while supplies last.
December 7th, Monday from 1pm – 3:30pm
December 9th, Wednesday from 9am – 11:00am Location: Student Health Services, SUB 1, Room 214, Fairfax Campus
Arlington Campus
Please contact the Arlington Campus Clinic: 703-993-4863
Location: Truland Building, Room 150 H & I, Arlington Campus
Last day open, before Winter break, December 10th
Prince William Campus
Please contact the Prince William Campus Clinic: 703-993-8374
Location: Occoquan Building, Room 229, Prince William Campus
Last day open, before Winter break, December 17th
People with a severe (life-threatening) allergy to eggs may not receive this vaccine.
Additionally, it is highly recommended that the following groups receive the vaccine:
For more information about 2009 H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”) please visit the CDC website (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu).
To all Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Student Health Services will administer the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”), while supplies last. Each campus Clinic will distribute the vaccine, see details below.
Cost: Free
Bring: Your Mason ID
More Information: shs.gmu.edu
Available while supplies last.
Arlington Campus
Please contact the Arlington Campus Clinic: 703-993-4863
Location: Truland Building, Room 150 H & I, Arlington Campus
Prince William Campus
Please contact the Prince William Campus Clinic: 703-993-8374
Location: Occoquan Building, Room 229, Prince William Campus
Additionally, it is highly recommended that the following groups receive the vaccine:
Who May Not receive the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot”?
For more information about 2009 H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”) please visit the CDC website (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu).
To all Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Student Health Services, at the Fairfax Campus, will administer the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the "Flu Shot") on a first-come first-serve basis during regular Immunization Walk-in Clinic hours,while supplies last.
Fairfax Campus, Immunization Walk-in Clinic Hours:
Monday, 1pm - 3:30pmPeople with a severe (life-threatening) allergy to eggs may not receive this vaccine.
For more information visit: shs.gmu.edu
To Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Student Health Services, at the Fairfax Campus, has received the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot.”
We will administer this vaccine on a first-come first-serve basis during regular Immunization Walk-in Clinic hours, while supplies last.
Fairfax Campus Immunization Walk-in Clinic Hours:
Monday, 1pm – 3:30pm
Time: 12 – 6pm
Wednesday, 9am – 11:30am & 1pm – 3:30pm
Location: Original Building, Room 329, Arlington Campus
Cost: Free
Bring: Your Mason ID
More Information:shs.gmu.edu
Available while supplies last.
Additionally, it is highly recommended that the following groups receive the vaccine:
Who May Not receive the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot”?
For more information about 2009 H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”) please visit the CDC website (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu).
To Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Student Health Services, at the Arlington Campus, has received the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot.” We will administer this vaccine during the following Clinic, while supplies last.
The vaccine is available on a walk-in basis for all Mason students, faculty, and staff during the following Clinic . . .
Date: Monday, November 23, 2009
Time: 12 – 6pm
Location: Original Building, Room 329, Arlington Campus
Cost: Free
Bring: Your Mason ID
It is highly recommended that the following groups receive the vaccine:
Who May Not receive the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot”?
For more information about 2009 H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”) please visit the CDC website (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu).
To Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Student Health Services, at the Fairfax Campus, has received the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot.” We will administer this vaccine during the following Clinic, while supplies last.
All Mason students, faculty and staff who are 18-years of age and older are welcome.
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2009
Time: 9am – 3pm
Location: SUB II, Ballroom, Fairfax Campus
Cost: Free
Bring: Your Mason ID
The vaccine is available on a walk-in basis for Mason students, faculty and staff who are 18-years of age and older.
Additionally, it is highly recommended that the following groups receive the vaccine:
Who May Not receive the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot”?
For more information about 2009 H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”) please visit the CDC website (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu).
To Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Student Health Services, at the Prince William Campus, has received a limited amount of the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot.” The Arlington and Fairfax Campuses are awaiting shipments. We will administer this vaccine during the following Clinic, while supplies last.
Date: Monday, November 16, 2009The vaccine is free and available on a walk in basis only for students, faculty and staff who meet at least one of the following criteria:
Who Should Not get the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot”?
For more information about 2009 H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”) please visit the CDC website (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu).
To Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Student Health Services, at the Prince William Campus, has received a limited amount of the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot.” The Arlington and Fairfax Campuses are awaiting shipments. We will administer this vaccine during the following Clinic, while supplies last. All Mason students, faculty and staff are welcome to the Clinic at the Prince William Campus.
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2009Who Should get the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot”?
Who Should Not get the H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, the “Flu Shot”?
For more information about 2009 H1N1 Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (the “Flu Shot”) please visit the CDC website (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu).
George Mason University held its first H1N1 vaccine clinic on November 3rd in the Johnson Center Dewberry Hall; nearly 400 doses of H1N1 vaccine were administered. Student Health Services expects to receive additional vaccine, in both nasal spray and shot form, in the next few weeks and clinics will be announced and conducted as vaccine becomes available. Please periodically check this website, Student Health Services website (http://shs.gmu.edu), and/or the Human Resources website (http://hr.gmu.edu) for updates regarding availability of H1N1 influenza vaccine and H1N1 vaccine clinic announcements.
Depending upon your age and health conditions, the H1N1 Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine (LAIV) Nasal Spray may not be appropriate for you. If you possess one of the following health conditions you should NOT receive the H1N1 LAIV Nasal Spray.
Individuals with the above conditions may be eligible for the inactivated/injectable form of H1N1 influenza vaccine (shot) when it is available. For more information about LAIV please visit the CDC website (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/vaccination/nasalspray_qa.htm).
For additional information regarding H1N1 and George Mason University’s guidance and policies, please click on the topics below.
To Mason Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Student Health Services, at the Fairfax Campus, has received a limited amount of the H1N1 live attenuated influenza vaccine nasal spray. The Arlington and Prince William Campuses are still awaiting shipments. We will administer this vaccine during the following Clinic, while supplies last. All Mason students, faculty and staff are welcome to the Clinic at the Fairfax Campus.
Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2009Who should get the H1N1 live attenuated influenza vaccine nasal spray?
Who should not get the H1N1 live attenuated influenza vaccine nasal spray?
Individuals with the above conditions may be eligible for the inactivated/injectable form of H1N1 influenza vaccine when it is available.
Please visit the Student Health Services website (http://shs.gmu.edu) and/or the Human Resources website (http://hr.gmu.edu) for updates regarding availability of the inactivated/injectable form of H1N1influenza vaccine.
For more information about LAIV please visit the CDC website(http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/vaccination/nasalspray_qa.htm).
Due to a shortage of seasonal influenza vaccine, Student Health Services is no longer offering seasonal flu clinics and vaccine to students and employees. Please contact your primary health care provider for additional information on how to obtain seasonal influenza vaccine.
George Mason University is experiencing a slight increase in the number of students and employees exhibiting influenza like illness. As we enter flu season it becomes increasing more important to take precautions to keep the Mason Nation healthy. Please continue to practice good hygiene and remain at home or in your residence hall when you are sick. George Mason University expects to received a supply of H1N1 vaccine and will distribute information on how to obtain vaccine when it becomes available. Thank you for keeping the Mason Nation healthy.
George Mason University is currently offering seasonal flu vaccines to students and employees. Please click on "Flu Prevention and Vaccines" below for a schedule of clinics and additional information. Information regarding H1N1 vaccine will be distributed as soon as vaccine becomes available. To date, very few students and employees have reported flu like symptoms; however public health officials agree that H1N1 will continue to be a health issue for the remainder of this semester and into next spring. Please continue to practice good hygiene, stay home when you are sick, and receive seasonal vaccines as soon as you able and H1N1 vaccines when they become available. Thank You for doing your part to keep Mason Nation healthy.
As you are no doubt aware, health care professionals and educational institutions are concerned about H1N1 influenza (swine flu) and its potential to be more severe than the initial outbreak that occurred last spring. George Mason University administrators continue to monitor this situation and follow the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and public health officials.
Novel influenza A (H1N1) generally causes a mild to moderate influenza illness that is similar to, and no more severe than, the seasonal flu. The vast majority of people fully recover from this illness. However, pregnant women and individuals with asthma, diabetes, heart disease, metabolic conditions, neurologic and neuromuscular disorders are at a higher risk of complications and should take greater precautions.
The university continues to operate under normal conditions; all classes, events and activities will continue as scheduled. George Mason University will continue to provide information and updates regarding this public health issue and we are all looking forward to a safe, healthy, and rewarding semester.