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H1N1 Influenza Updates

In partnership with the Tri-County Health Department, APS offers immunizations to any child or adult. There are no more restrictions about age or health status.  APS has completed its series of H1N1 Influenza vaccination clinics.

You can get more information about other clinics in the community by calling the Colorado Help Line at 1-877-462-2911.

Aurora Public Schools is working closely with the Tri-County Health Department , following guidelines from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Centers of Disease Control to prevent and control outbreaks of influenza throughout APS.  All APS schools are in session unless you receive new information from your school or the district office.

Important Points About Influenza in Our Community:

  • TriCounty Health Department has confirmed that there is H1N1 Influenza in our community now.  Public health experts have been studying the disease since March of 2009 and have found that it seems very similar to the seasonal flu which we experience every year.  This virus, while not appearing to be more severe than seasonal flu, is affecting the 6 month to 24 year old population (rather than the elderly) and is very contagious.  Most common signs of H1N1 influenza are: temperature of 100 F or 37.8 degrees C AND either a cough or sore throat.  Some individuals also complain of headache, body aches, vomiting and diarrhea.

  • APS will not be informing the public of flu like illness in the schools.  We will be identifying students and staff who complain of flu like illness, checking their symptoms, and sending ill persons home. The sick person will be asked to wear a disposable mask or to stay in a separate room while waiting to be taken home.

  • Sick persons should remain at home away from other people and not return to school or work for 24 hours after the fever is gone, without the aid of fever reducing medications.

  • Parents should call the attendance line everyday.  Be specific about the signs of illness (fever plus either cough or sore throat).

  • Your school's registered nurse is a great resource for credible influenza information.

Preventative Measures

  • Wash hands frequently
  • Cover coughs and sneezes (cough into your inner elbow).
  • Stay home when sick. Remain at home until fever is gone for 24 hours, without Advil or Tylenol.
  • Stay away from people who are sick.  Keep a distance of 6 feet from anyone who is coughing, sneezing or feverish
  • Keep hands away from eyes, nose and mouth
  • Obtain the H1N1 vaccine when it becomes available

View Frequently Asked Questions about influenza and H1N1 from www.flu.gov.

View APS communication to APS parents and staff members regarding influenza and H1N1.

View community, state and national resources regarding influenza and H1N1.