Nursing Notes
We have been informed by the Virginia Department of Health that three cases of the H1N1 virus have been confirmed in Virginia. So far, the experience in Virginia has mirrored what has been seen in other states, with cases appearing very similar to seasonal influenza cases. No cases have been identified within our county. Fork Union Military Academy continues frequent communication with the local and district health departments regarding this virus.
The Centers for Disease Control has outlined several measures that may be helpful in preventing spread of this virus:
1.Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
2.Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hands cleaners are also effective.
3.Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth to avoid spreading of germs.
4.Stay at home if you get sick to limit contact with others and to keep from infecting them.
Students, faculty and staff have been educated on the CDC recommended preventative and hygiene measures. Hand sanitizers are located throughout our campus and students are encouraged to use them. Our infirmary is open 24/7 and students are asked to report to the infirmary with any illness. The health and safety of all cadets under the Academy's care remains our primary concern, and every effort continues to ensure their well-being.
Posted by Ms. Ann Yonce, Monday, May 4, 2009 08:51 AM
As you may have recently heard in the news, documented cases of swine flu have been identified within the United States. At this time, there are no documented cases in the state of Virginia. Fork Union Military Academy is currently working in conjunction with the local and district health departments to communicate guidelines and recommendations and make necessary preparations.
Current information on the swine flu is available on the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/index.htm.
FUMA medical staff is working to educate cadets, faculty, and staff in the symptoms of the virus, as well as addressing proper hygiene and infection control measures. The health and safety of all cadets under the Academy's care remains our primary concern, and every effort continues to ensure their well-being.
Posted by Ms. Ann Yonce, Tuesday, April 28, 2009 11:59 AM
"My son wants to be a better athlete."
"My son needs to gain more muscle."
"My son is trying to getting bigger for college ball."
Open any fitness or health magazine, and you are immediately overwhelmed by the numerous ads for performance enhancing substances or nutritional supplements. Many teenage boys are seeking an easy and quick method to gain the physique of body builders or to attain the edge in their sport. Nutritional supplements have quickly become a multi-billion dollar industry in the United States over the last decade. Popularity of use is rapidly increasing among adolescents, as early as middle school.
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"Supplements and Adolescent Athletes"
Posted by Ms. Ann Yonce, Wednesday, November 19, 2008 11:14 AM
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