H1N1 Pandemic Flu

Ryerson University Flu Pandemic Preparedness

• What is the current status of Ryerson University operations?
• What steps is Ryerson taking to respond to the H1N1 flu?
• What is Ryerson doing to minimize the impact of H1N1 flu on campus? *Updated on 11/06/2009
• Will H1N1 flu have an effect on Ryerson University events?
• How will Ryerson determine a course of action in response to H1N1 flu?
• Who is responsible for decision making and directing activities on campus related to the H1N1 flu pandemic?
• How will I receive information and updates about H1N1 pandemic and how it is affecting Ryerson University?
• Where can I find more information about flu pandemic preparedness at Ryerson?

What is the current status of Ryerson University operations?

There is currently no immediate impact on Ryerson’s operations and activities.

Ryerson University is actively monitoring the H1N1 situation and has taken a range of steps to prepare students, faculty and staff.  In the event that circumstances change due to the H1N1 virus, information for students, faculty and staff will be available on this website.  We encourage you to check back for regularly for updates.

Depending upon the situation, the University also may post announcements on the Ryerson University homepage and/or send email alerts to your Ryerson email address.

What steps is Ryerson taking to respond to the H1N1 flu?

Ryerson University continues to monitor the global flu situation and is prepared to take appropriate steps in the event that circumstances change. The Ryerson University Flu Pandemic Plan, which was developed in 2006, the Ryerson University Pandemic Planning: Academic Strategies, and the Ryerson University Pandemic Planning: Strategies for Research were created to protect the well-being of students, faculty and staff and to preserve the academic, research and financial integrity of the institution.

What is Ryerson doing to minimize the impact of H1N1 flu on campus? *Updated on 11/06/2009

Ryerson has taken a range of steps to encourage all members of the community to be vigilant in practicing good hygiene. Hand sanitizers have been installed at the entrances to buildings and washrooms across campus.

Everyone - students, faculty and staff - is encouraged to do their part to stop the spread of germs:

• Wash or sanitize your hands frequently. There are hand sanitizers for everyone to use at the entrance to washrooms and main entrances of buildings
• Cough or sneeze into a tissue or sleeve – not your hands
• Avoid touching your eyes and nose; and
• Stay home and avoid crowds if you are sick, unless you need to or have been directed to seek medical care.

We are asking students, faculty and staff who are experiencing flu-like symptoms to call their health care provider or the Ryerson Medical Centre at 416-979-5070, TeleHealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000 or Toronto Health Connect at 416-338-7600. 

For more health-related information, please visit the Ryerson Medical Centre

Will H1N1 flu have an effect on Ryerson University events?

There is currently no immediate impact on Ryerson’s operations and activities.

If you have concerns or questions about University events we encourage you to check-in with event organizers.

In the event that circumstances change due to the H1N1 virus, information for students, faculty and staff will be available on this website.

How will Ryerson determine a course of action in response to H1N1 flu?

The Ryerson University Flu Pandemic Plan, which was developed in 2006, the Ryerson University Pandemic Planning: Academic Strategies, and the Ryerson University Pandemic Planning: Strategies for Research were created to protect the well-being of students, faculty and staff and to preserve the academic, research and financial integrity of the institution. Working with our partners and leaders in pandemic preparedness, Ryerson will turn to this plan and the recommendations of leading experts such as Toronto Public Health, the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care and the Public Health Agency of Canada. Ryerson University will utilize an ethical decision-making framework that is open and transparent, reasonable and evidence based, inclusive, responsive and accountable to determine the best course of action for our institution and the Ryerson community.
           

Who is responsible for decision making and directing activities on campus related to the H1N1 flu pandemic?

The Ryerson University Executive Group is responsible for all matters regarding flu pandemic management.  As outlined in the Ryerson University Flu Pandemic Plan, critical information which is tracked and collected by a number of groups and individuals across the campus community informs their decision making. 

How will I receive information and updates about H1N1 pandemic and how it is affecting Ryerson University?

We are committed to keeping members of the Ryerson community informed.

The University has and will continue to update students, faculty and staff about this public health issue through updates on this website and emails to the campus community.

Depending upon the situation, the University also may post announcements on the Ryerson University homepage and/or send email alerts. Members of the Ryerson Community should periodically check their university email accounts for updates.

Where can I find more information about flu pandemic preparedness at Ryerson?

For information about H1N1 flu, flu prevention, and treatment visit Ryerson Medical Centre website.

Email your questions about Ryerson University Flu Pandemic Plan preparedness to cehsmadm@ryerson.ca